Autism and the Grandparent Connection:Practical Ways to Understand and Help Your Grandchild with Autism Spectrum Disorder

It takes a village to raise a child with autism. The role of grandparents cannot be overstated. As a grandparent, your ability to embrace your grandchild and support his or her parents is perhaps the essential gift you can offer your family. For parents facing the challenges of raising a child with autism, the burden is emotional, physical, financial and social. Parents need family to help them with the responsibility. Grandparents have the power to make life more manageable for your children and your grandchild. Filled with practical information, this book will undoubtedly give you the tools you need to provide stability, support and strength to your grandchild with autism. You will be empowered to be the best you can be. Answering important questions: What is Autism and how does it affect my grandchild? What role should I play? How can I help without interfering? How can I cope with meltdowns? What treatments are available?