Supporting Financial Literacy in Autistic Adults Through Neurodiversity-Affirming Life Coaching

• By: Sarah Lynch Perkins, MS, CCC-SLP Jessica Cohen, JD LifeMAP Coaching at Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE)
• September 25th, 2026
• autism financial literacy, autistic adults, employment, executive functioning, financial independence, life coaching, neurodiversity-affirming coaching, transition planning
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Why Is Financial Literacy Important? Financial literacy, or the ability to understand and use personal finance skills effectively, can be a key factor in improving quality of life for many autistic adults. The ability to earn, save, manage spending, and avoid debt can significantly improve...

Building Financial Autonomy While Guarding Against Exploitation: Practical Tools for Autistic and I/DD Adults and Families

• By: Greg Wilson aSuggestion for Wellness & Care
• September 25th, 2026
• autism financial literacy, caregiver support, digital safety tools, financial autonomy, financial exploitation, I/DD adults, special needs planning, transition to adulthood
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Financial security is one of the most critical, yet frequently overlooked, competencies of independent living for autistic individuals and those with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). As young adults transition out of secondary education and into adult services, conversations...