Building Tomorrow Together Podcast: Episode 3 w/ Lakshmi Solomons

Join Lakshmi Solomons, Director of Social Impact at SAAAC Autism Centre, in an inspiring journey of courage and love. This podcast features Lakshmi sharing her deeply personal story of migrating to Canada and the challenges of raising a child with autism under financial hardships and significant cultural changes. Discover how she transformed her career from finance to making a meaningful difference at the SAAAC Autism Centre, dedicating her life to assisting families navigating similar paths.

Timeline:
00:00 - Introduction
00:57 - Meet Lakshmi Solomons
01:56 - A New Beginning: Moving to Canada
02:40 - Favourite Childhood Memory
03:32 - Lakshmi's Journey with Kevin: Insights and Reflections
08:13 - Everyday Hurdles: The Realities of Caregiving
10:12 - Immigrant Experiences in Canada: Challenges and Opportunities
11:45 - Making a Difference: Lakshmi's Role at SAAAC
13:31 - Triumphs and Trials: Supporting Families at SAAAC
14:56 - Addressing Language Challenges in Autism Care
16:50 - Growing Older with Autism
19:31 - The Sibling Experience: Autism's Broader Impact
23:04 - Financial Realities: The Cost of Autism Care
26:00 - Career Evolution: Lakshmi's Professional Growth at SAAAC
28:07 - Reflecting Back: Advice to an 18-Year-Old Self
28:25 - Dream Big: Lakshmi's Lottery Win Fantasies
29:22 - Advice for New Parents

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