Preparing for the Future: Financial Planning for Families Navigating Autism

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This is the "What is Public Health Podcast" with your host Dr. Kee Chan. Public Health is the invisible force that keeps you healthy everyday, and I bet you didn’t even know it. This podcast is your source of the latest trend in public health and get quick tips on professional development so you can do your best work in serving the public. Discover the many, different, and exciting careers in public health from our guest speakers. Connect to the stories of people impacted by Public Health. Visit me at www.keechanphd.com. Music: "Clouds" by Chris Collins at https://indiemusicbox.com

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Preparing for the Future: Financial Planning for Families Navigating Autism

What is Public Health with Dr. Kee Chan

38 minutes 50 seconds

6 months ago

Preparing for the Future: Financial Planning for Families Navigating Autism

In this episode of "What is Public Health" podcast, I'm your host, Dr. Kee Chan. April is the Autism Awareness month, and joining me in this special episode is Michael Pereira, founder of The Autism Voyage.

Michael’s personal experience as a father navigating his son’s autism diagnosis led him to create The Autism Voyage—a platform offering compassionate, practical guidance for families feeling overwhelmed by the emotional, logistical, and financial realities of autism care.

This conversation highlights the essential role of financial resilience in supporting long-term success, stability, and peace of mind for families managing the complexities of autism.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Why autism is described as a "spectrum," and how awareness has improved but major system gaps still exist.
The Emotional Impact of Diagnosis: What families often feel—and need—when first hearing the word "autism."
Financial Planning is Critical: Early financial organization can relieve long-term stress and open doors to better therapies, services, and educational support.
Personalized Approaches Work Best: Every family’s autism journey is unique; there’s no one-size-fits-all financial or care plan.
Common Financial Missteps: Myths families encounter about insurance, savings, government programs, and long-term care.
Tools and Strategies from The Autism Voyage: How Michael’s platform is helping families prepare for both expected and unexpected challenges.
Advocacy for Systemic Change: How public health systems, education, and insurance need to better support neurodiverse individuals and their caregivers.

About Our Guest:
Michael Pereira is a father, advocate, and founder of The Autism Voyage. Drawing on firsthand experience, Michael offers families a clear, empathetic guide for navigating life after an autism diagnosis. Through personalized coaching, practical resources, and financial planning strategies, The Autism Voyage empowers families to move from overwhelm to empowerment.

Website: www.TheAutismVoyage.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theautismvoyage/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpereirafl/