You’re Not Alone: Finding Support After the Holidays
A Free 1‑Hour Zoom Gathering for Families Wondering, Worrying, and Seeking Community
💬 “I think my child might be different… and the holidays were hard.”
Many parents leave family gatherings carrying unexpected pain.
Comments from relatives or friends — even when meant well — can create stigma, self‑doubt, or fear:
- “Are you sure something is really going on?”
- “Kids develop at different rates.”
- “I wouldn’t label them yet.”
If these conversations hurt, confused you, or left you feeling overwhelmed — you are not alone.
💔 Fear, Uncertainty, and Big Questions
You may be wondering:
- What if my child really is Autistic?
- What if supports or funding change?
- Where can I ask honest questions without judgment?
This space is for families who are feeling frightened, uncertain, or emotionally tender — and who want a safe place to land.
🌱 A Safe, Nurturing Place to Begin
“This isn’t a space for pressure or decisions — it’s a starting place to be with other families who understand.”
— shared by families who’ve walked this path with us
Join other families who are walking this same path. This gathering is not about pressure, labels, or decisions.
It is about:
- Being with other parents who “get it”
- Talking openly about stigma and family reactions
- Understanding what Autism really means
- Learning where to find reliable information and support
- Beginning to build community
📅 Event Details
Date: Wednesday, January 22nd
Time: 6:00 PM (Pacific) — via Zoom
Hosted By: Devo MD / Auntie of Autism Marcee
RSVP: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2WrmwH2RRNyti3Y-kgsvRw
QR Code attached to please pass along freely for families to register. Would love to hear what you think of this. South Sound and families need community! Hope this can be the start of some good help.
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Marcee Merriam
Assistant to Dr. Tolson