Chelsea's Vocation

05/28/2026

The second bonus content podcast episode is live!

It might be , but this is fresh content from previous recordings with Trisha McCaffery Sacharski, Sxdni Small, and MJ Lamb.

Chelsea gives a nod to , asks Sxdni to clarify what it means to be "affirmed" autistic, and shares stories of disregard for tactile sensitivities.

Platform-specific links in comments. ⬇️

05/20/2026

Chelsea so enjoyed her time at Clarendon Avenue Elementary this morning! Much appreciation to their PTG for the support!

Peer is an important tool for prevention in inclusive school environments. Consider adding it to an learner’s IEP.

Check out the link to the related podcast episode in the comments. ⬇️

05/20/2026

Does this check out for you?

https://chatgpt.com/s/m_6a0d2001ab188191ad31d16d45e07ad6

Take a look at what someone created with ChatGPT.

05/15/2026

📣 Upcoming Virtual Learning Session

🕠 Tuesday, May 19 | 5:30 PM
💻 Virtual Event

We invite you to join us for Introduction to Children’s Long-Term Support Program, an informative session for families of younger children interested in learning more about the Children’s Long-Term Support Program (CLTS).

Topics will include:
✔️ The CLTS screening process
✔️ The role of Support and Service Coordinators
✔️ How families can get the most out of CLTS
✔️ Family experiences navigating the program

This event is hosted in partnership with Nurture Network of Southeast WI Families.

We welcome families, caregivers, and anyone supporting young children to join us for this helpful conversation!

Register for this free event today [link in the comments]. 👇

05/14/2026

Rates of bullying among American youth have been alarmingly consistent, but for children with developmental disabilities, the statistics are even worse. For autistic youth, 75% report bullying, and the emotional impact significantly increases $ui¢idal ideation.

In this episode, learn about
✅ the three federal laws that protect against disability harassment.
4️⃣ types of bullying – physical, published, relational, and experimental – that autistic learners face.
📋 strategies and resources to help prevent and address these harmful behaviors.

🔗 Links to platforms below in comments.

05/13/2026

Chelsea is delighted to team up again with Laura Edwards to present a session on overcoming barriers to post-secondary education for neurodivergent learners!

Will they see you in Stevens Point, WI, on Thursday?

Family Voices of Wisconsin

05/07/2026

There are so many aspects of transitioning from systems for children to adulthood that you'll want to attend a few of these types of information gathering and understanding type events.

Planning for the future can feel overwhelming—but you do not have to do it alone!

We are excited to host this hands-on workshop that is designed for parents and caregivers of youth ages 14–19. Together, we will focus on building a clear plan for “what’s next” so you can move forward with confidence.

We encourage you to bring your teen and join us as we plan, connect, and work side-by-side as you prepare for the future.

Let’s take the next steps—together! 💙

*Thanks to a generous grant from our partners at Wispact, lodging will be provided at no cost to families.
*We encourage you to speak with your CLTS Service Coordinator about registration.

04/29/2026

Join us to learn practical ways to address mental health needs and incorporate resilience-building strategies into a student’s IEP.
Register NOW: https://tinyurl.com/fnbssk5a
May 13, 2026 | 12-1 PM

04/24/2026

How lovely that our podcast has listeners in 53 countries, who’ve viewed or downloaded the episodes more than 2,500 times!

04/23/2026

Hello 👋 Chelsea here.

Based on the feedback from yesterday’s webinar I did on for WI FACETS, I’m going to make my next about this topic. It was scheduled for for October, which is Bullying Prevention Month, but it’s clearly a pressing issue now.

Do you have a story about an autistic student being bullied that might align with this episode? Let’s connect in the next week or so. The contact form is in the comments, or send me a message through this page.