The Power of Fun: Joyful Experiences for Adults with IDD
In this episode of Autism Labs, Mike Carr highlights the vital role of fun for those with profound autism. Sharing his son Michael’s love for boating, he shows how joyful, sensory-rich activities can ...
24 Jul 20255min
Autism Respite Care: A Family's Breakthrough Journey
In this episode of Autism Labs, Mike Carr shares a milestone: he and his wife are traveling to Italy while their profoundly autistic adult son stays at Denmar House for the first time. Mike reflects o...
17 Jul 20259min
Applied Behavior Analysis with Autism: A Parent's Journey Through Aggressive Behavior
In this episode of the Autism Labs podcast, Mike Carr shares his journey with his 35-year-old nonverbal, profoundly autistic son, Michael. He discusses how Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), when used w...
10 Jul 202513min
Building the Right Team for the IDD Community: Lessons from Decades of Experience
In this episode of Autism Labs, Mike Carr shares insights on the challenges and lessons learned from decades of hiring staff to support adults with profound autism. He emphasizes the importance of fin...
26 Jun 202510min
Thriving with a Severely Autistic Child: Finding Real Support Groups
In this episode of Autism Labs, Mike Carr shares his journey raising a profoundly autistic, nonverbal son with complex needs. Lacking support, he and his wife founded John13.org, a nonprofit in Austin...
19 Jun 20255min
7 Autism Parenting Tips that Actually Work
Mike Carr shares seven practical autism parenting hacks focused on supporting severely or profoundly autistic individuals. He emphasizes the power of frequently expressing genuine thanks to caregivers...
9 Jun 202513min
Summer Camp & Autism: Physical Activities that changed everything
This Autism Labs episode highlights how real-world, community-based experiences can drive meaningful progress for individuals with autism. Mike Carr previews the J13 summer camp, reflecting on last ye...
6 Jun 202511min
Medicaid for Autism: Funding Tips for Parents
In this episode, Mike Carr addresses growing concerns about potential Medicaid cuts and shares practical funding alternatives for families caring for individuals with profound autism or multiple disab...
4 Jun 202514min
