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Single Parenting Plus
Friday, July 13, 2007: 1:15 PM-3:00 PM
Merriam A & B (The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa)
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Single parenthood is hard even when raising a neurotypical child. Now try two children, one neurotypical and the other on the spectrum ten years apart with two different fathers of varying involvement living in two different states. Creativity, planning and multi-tasking skills are essential! Come listen to and benefit from a lessons learned story of successful (and enjoyable!) single parenthood.
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Learning Objectives:
- How to (single) parent an ASD child without burning out
- How to meet yours, his and their needs (sometimes at the same time!)
- The pros of being a single parent
- Finding and keeping an appropriate caregiver
- Revitalizing yourself
Content Area: Family and Sibling Support
Presenter:
Cynthia Moore, Parent
CEO (aka Single Parent Mom)
Cynthia Moore is a single mother of two: daughter age 17 & son age 8 (ASD). Professionally, she is a Vice President for Fidelity Investments. She oversees a group of 40+ associates in 2 different countries & 4 sites who work on projects focused on improving Fortune 500 benefit plans. She is an amazingly skilled multi-tasker, dimensional thinker & project planner. These skills have served her well personally & professionally. Above all, she maintains a positive outlook on life and a health sense of humor. Essentials to living the life of a single mother of two (one with ASD)!