Why does he rock back and forth? Why does she only eat chicken nuggets? Why does he go on and on about trains? Why is he terrified of houseflies and yet has no fear of running into the street? Learn what causes children with autism to think and respond so you can interpret your grandchild’s behavior and respond appropriately. With a strong understanding and appreciation for your grandchild's thinking you will feel so much more helpful, engaged and competent in your role as a grandparent.

Many parents tell me that they just want their own parents to “be there” for them. As a grandparent, you do not necessarily have to be in the same physical space as your children and grandchildren in order to ‘be there’ for them. It is your attitude towards autism, your willingness to learn and to change what's not working that will give your family the love and support they need. Learn what you might offer for practical support, what tools you might need and know how to use them. Discover your role in your grandchild's skill development.

Make no mistake about it: You have the power to quiet the storm that autism inflicts. You can to make life more manageable for your grandchildren and the whole family. But grandparents also have the potential to intensify the storm without even realizing they are doing so. Get the practical and honest guidance you need to identify what might be causing unintended damage to your relationships with your adult children and grandchild. We will solve problems together.