Navigating Autism as a Black Parent: Our Story, Our Struggle, Our Strength

• By: Danyale Sturdivant, MSSW Living Autism Out Loud
• April 23rd, 2025
• advocacy, cultural competence, culture, developmental delays, diagnosis, disability justice, early intervention, equitable healthcare, family, neurodiversity inclusion, parent advocacy, systemic barriers
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When my son Joshua was first diagnosed with developmental delays—and later with autism—our lives changed in profound ways. The impact wasn’t just emotional; it was deeply systemic. We entered a world not designed for families like ours. Our story began with quiet questions. Why...

The Critical Role of Grandparents for Autism Families

• By: Marina Sarris SPARK | Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative
• October 2nd, 2023
• babysitting, developmental delays, emotional support, Fall 2023 Issue, financial help, first signs of autism, grandparents, manage behaviors, parenting stress, respite, transportation, wandering
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Grandma is sometimes the first to suspect. Nick Juritza sat up and crawled a bit later than usual. “My mom noticed little things about my son,” says Nick’s mother, Kelli Juritza. “She said to me, ‘You know, you might want to get him checked out.'” Juritza is among several parents...