Taking Her Out Of School

It's time to move on to something different. I'm excited about this journey and the increased independence we will see with this focused attention and one on one education.
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[@mb31415]

I’ve followed you for years and this October I was diagnosed with autism at 23 years old. Thank you for showing me that everything is going to be okay even before I knew I needed it 💞

[@davynolan182]

Exact same story as you haha, same age and everything.

[@miles62546]

Can you tell me what type of autism you have?

[@libsybum3591]

That’s so weird, I was diagnosed last June at 23 😂 I hope you’re journey with the diagnosis is going well ❤️

[@Frank_Bill1218]

@@miles62546 who me well mines mild I can drive a d do things on my own I struggle with math and have a job coach I work so it may seem like I dont have it when someone meets me but I do its not always noticeable

[@jesusisking8771]

Doing a study. Did u get the covid vaccine beforehand?

[@leaclayton3598]

My daughter spent 16 years in and out of the hospital and we had the opportunity to help train many nurses. One of Emily’s biggest things is “never ask if it isn’t actually an option” ie. don’t say “can I take your bp?” Say instead “I need to take your bp”

[@kathrinmariakrause5351]

I also learned this works best with ALL kids. Don't ask if no is not really an option. And if you want a decision only give two options instead of open questions.

[@bekka093]

I’ve been watching y’all for a few years now. And your channel was a huge inspiration for my career choice. I absolutely love y’all’s videos. As an ABA behavioral therapist, I learn so much from watching your videos. The amount of things I have been able to incorporate into my sessions is amazing. I just want to say thank you for sharing pieces of y’all’s lives with us all. You’re doing so much for others, I’m sure more than you realize 🖤

[@lauraharmon2721]

I worked with kids with developmental disabilities who were 18 and over to do voc stuff. It is totally worth it.

[@shawnaozz9920]

I want to give you & Cilla props on your consistency with sticking with Abbie’s plans at home & outside of school & therapy, & Brandy for being with your guys along the way. I’m sure there are times you just want to say, “Do this, Abbie,” but I wanted to acknowledge that I recognize your prompts, your patience, & all the ways you adapt for not only Abbie, but for the whole family…. And I’m excited for this next chapter for you all!!

[@cherylrhone3407]

Wow!! It's hard to believe she is going to be a senior. She's come such a long way. I'm excited for the new chapter that is going to start for her. She is going to do great!! ♥️

[@lizlaw101]

So excited for you all! I love watching this channel.. I think I can just feel the love and I appreciate how open you are with everyone .. hopefully this channel reaches the right people for a sense of support and direction. I genuinely watch every video bc I love the whole family lol

[@bwilt5082]

She always put a smile on my face!!! She had the best personality! You guys are great parents so loving so kind so patient. Keep up the great work!!!

[@toniatland5372]

You guys inspire me so much I'm so glad I came across your channel... been feeling lost and haven't had much help with my son so far and it's overwhelming 😞 💔

[@missy3806]

I'm so proud of Abbie at how far she has come. I'm excited to see what the future has in store for her ♥

[@bettyhamm2840]

I just started watching. You don't see to many fathers be so involved. Great to see. And she is so beautiful

[@chickengeorge9162]

Who the therapist?

[@timestax]

My son is the most wonderful father ever.

[@angeeg4384]

I've watched y'all since day one and I completely agree with your choice in her vocational schooling . You all always do the absolute best in what is best for Abby. You are so blessed to be able to give her all the great things that help her most!!❤💙💛

[@carriebowlen3785]

I love you so much!! Thanks for sharing your lifes with all of us. How is everyone? Thanks for always spreading kindness and love to all of us in our communities!! Yeah Ms. Brandy is back!

[@judychristensen5689]

Having worked with children with special needs for 40 + years in Colorado, there has been many changes, years ago I worked at a school that was preschool to age 21, all special needs students, we had a therapy pool, a registered nurse, a sensory room, a "home" set up to learn hygiene and house keeping skills, cooking, cleaning etc., higher functioning students were able to run for head boy/girl, have prom, participate in sports, we had cheer team, the older students went out on work crews, I think integration is important, but these students wouldn't have the same opportunities in a "regular education" school, it was a sad day when the school closed. those were some of my most enjoyable years working with children/teens with special needs.

[@missy3806]

That is so awesome! Aw that's sad it's not opened anymore.

[@BenKlassen1]

You've been a witness to the autism explosion over your career. Do you honestly believe that it's just better diagnosis?

[@SoCalCaitlin14]

Have you seen the show “call the midwife”? There was a school for special needs children and they had proms and such. I wonder if that’s something like where you worked? The show was loosely based on real events

[@TheBonyLevi]

why did it ever get shut down? Are there more? How do I create this?

[@happycook6737]

@@TheBonyLevi The "Least Restrictive Environment" part of special education law was interpreted that ALL children have a right to be in the general education classroom. 20 years ago I did a student teaching in a special school. A family was furious their child wasn't in a general education classroom. The family sued. In the gened classroom their daughter screamed, head banged on desk/wall, bit herself and others, pulled clumps of hair out of her own head and others...It was truly terrible for the autistic child and classmates. Those parents sued to keep their kid in that general education classroom. I think the law should be interpreted to be what is in the best interest of keeping the child safe, comfortable, and learning. It may or may not be a gened classroom. As a result of militant parents, most of which were in severe denial about the severity level of their child's impairment, more and more kids are dumped into general education classrooms. Without constant ABA, restrictive environment, and high staff to student ratio most moderate to severe autistics will not make progress. This must start when they are very little. The most heartbreaking cases are severe autistics who were physically managed for compliance. Very hard to physically make a 220pound 6foot tall 11th grader do anything. Must ABA train from toddler hood. Such a shame we closed down most special schools.

[@nataliecarter5219]

This is the first time I have ever commented on a KZbin video, but you guys have truly inspired me to go into working with individuals with special needs specifically Autism. You & Cilla are rockstars. Someone like myself who has 0 experience working with individuals who have Autism other than 1 distant family member, I didn’t think it was possible to go into this line of work not having the right certifications or degrees (I went to school for Event Management with a minor in communication.) After not working for over a year due to the pandemic, I found a job as a Developmental Specialist at a day program that’s funded by the state for adults who have autism just like you were talking about in your video. The ages range from 22-50 & I always think about how Abbie would thrive at a program like this when she gets older. We work closely with the BCBA’s at the program & create a plan with each individual on which goals each individual need to work on to be able to possibly live independently in the future. We do laundry, bathroom needs, go on outings in the community, cooking group, problem solving skills, danger awareness etc. I have a total of 4 individuals in my class & two are non verbal. You would not believe how many tips and tricks I use on a daily basis that I learned from your videos!! Some of my individuals in my class live in a group home, so being able to see Abbie thriving at home with you guys is truly a blessing & awesome to see. My life has truly changed for the better since I’ve now found the job I was meant to do in life! I look forward to all your videos & thanks for being such an inspiration to all your 600,000 followers!😁

[@jenniferkelly1797]

What an amazing daddy you are!! This is my 1st video I’m watching but just melts my heart to see how sweet you are. Reminds me of my dad!!

[@jennifergoethals3600]

Looking forward to seeing what the new school year and new way of school brings. Y'all have taught me so much. And what a surprise to see Isaiah! So excited for y'all!

[@leslieordoyne7884]

You are such great parents for Abbey! She is so loved … she is so lucky to have special parents. 🥰

[@robinnichole913]

As a new special educator in the elementary public schools, I am so interested in Abby’s journey with this new schooling. I’d love whatever you share as I learn a lot through you guys! Thank you!

[@lisannemorley2141]

How Awesome for Abbie and you all. I can't wait to watch her and your continued success! Love n Miss you all.

[@pandabear7073]

So happy for you guys and hope everything goes smoothly for you guys

[@taylormathis2085]

This type of community integrated, job/vocational heavy, life-skill development training is what I do as a teacher. No academics (aside from periodic lessons on social skills, self-advocacy, disability rights, and workplace communication) and real-world internship experience. My students are (generally speaking) slightly more independent by the time they join my program, but verbal communication/expression is not required. Basically, I am very interested in how this next chapter goes.

[@fatheringautism]

That sounds like an awesome job! I'm excited for this too.

[@Lilstersmash]

Thank you for being an awesome family! ❤

[@suzanneford2434]

You guys are amazing, loving, understanding parents with autism.. your rock!!!

[@janeteaton2125]

Silly Abbie. She seems to have more fun these days. As well as understanding ever more. Love this child oops young lady.🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@RobinDrives18wheels]

So excited for Abbie's future. Her Senior year is gonna be EPIC!! So happy to see this is the direction you're taking!! Welcome home Isaiah

[@snicklefritz2358]

You guys are such great parents you remind me of my dad so much

[@junegroves7295]

So very awesome! I cant wait to watch her progress!!🥰😍 Yay!! Isaiah's home!!😍😍 Have a great night everyone🤩🤩

[@livetteish]

My aunt who is 70 she is mentally disabled but her mental age is of a young child. As an adult she had therapists, social workers and what not. They would come to her and teach her basic life skills. Then she would go to this place called the heritage center and teacher working skills and they helped her get a job at the mall. Now she lives alone in her own house which was my grandparents and can take care of herself. My parents live next door to her as well as her older sister just in case she needs any help.

[@longlongshadows392]

How wonderful for all of you! She sounds very loved and blessed. Best wishes!🤗

[@cindybeck5643]

That was a sweet surprise to see Isaiah's face suddenly appear. I'm glad he's home for a bit!! I know his Mama is too!

[@bertiehardison2689]

I am happy to see you guys are branching out to cater to more vocational skills Abbie can use in her future. Hey Isaiah, glad you were able to make it home to see your grandparents.

[@MsDawnnee]

If I was asked if I wanted a grilled cheese sandwich, then was handed salad and pasta, I wouldn't be happy either!!

[@kennelet86753ohNine]

Great video, as always ❤️ the end surprise was awesome, nice to see Isaiah back for some family time! I've been watching Isaiah's channel and boy I must say he reminds me so much of you, from the mannerisms to the voice. Sometimes when he's off-screen talking i thinks it's you for a second then realize 🤣❤️

[@Ripplesinthewaters]

Guys, what you are describing with vocational training, which is a Transfer program objective. But, she has to graduate. Are you thinking more like homeschooling for her senior year? My brother went through his transfer program after graduating high school through our local community college. Our Regional Center set us up with it. He graduated from the community college at the age of 22. He has Autism, but is verbal. Although it was a vocational program, he still got to say that he “graduated from college”.

[@isabellelindenfelser9569]

I loved this Video so so much! It shows her behaviour soo well. Also you are just such great parents :)

[@kristenherndon8250]

While watching I was thinking I miss Isaiah! What a nice ending. Sure it makes you all so happy to have him home!❤️

[@melissasisson9237]

Sounds like great changes for next year! Welcome home Isaiah!

[@kristiwilliams9626]

When I was in college, I took a class in teaching vocational education. It is something I considered doing. I think you are totally doing the right thing. Hi Isaiah!

[@amberhall1288]

Hiiiiiiii guys! I’ve missed you! Mom life has kept me busy the last couple years and I haven’t been on KZbin very much. I’m so glad to see Abbie doing so well and all of you too! The kids are both so grown up! So much changes in just a year or 2. I still love the Maass fam though! That hasn’t changed 🥰♥️😁😎

[@maranatha.LordJesus]

Love how you guys LISTEN AND HEAR Abbie. Shes so smart and beautiful! Im so proud of how far shes come and that's all because you guys are patient and follow through even when its hard. We all could take a lesson from you guys. 🙂❤ Prayers for you guys always. 🙏

[@TheSatersaade]

its fun to see you guys again ❤️❤️❤️

[@donovanturner4635]

I love your family channel. This awesome. I have a disability and I never let that stop me.

[@lindapeterson8717]

I'm so excited for all of you! But mostly Abbie! Love this for her you guy's are amazing! 👋 Isaiah💙🤗💙🤗💙🤗💙

[@ramonacrochet2478]

I love you guys been watching for years from Louisiana

[@patriciabruce4284]

Can’t wait to see the progress Abbie is going to make with the new program.💕

[@williamprice7948]

I'm excited for her as well I started doing job like stuff when I was 13 at the community volunteering

[@jessvargas3958]

Been watching you guys since my son was diagosed around 3, hes now 7. Ive never been able to meet another parent of a child with more severe autism. You guys make me feel a bit more sane 😂 i wish some day we could all get together!

[@debrabrock4820]

I Thank you for sharing your daughter and everything that is going on. Please share. My Grandson is 9 and he is hitting himself when he get to overwhelmed. And you have been so helpful.

[@Mary-el8ky]

I love how Cilla always lights up when issah is home

[@jenniferwallace3943]

I love this! Obviously it’s not an option for everyone but I think it’s incredible that since you guys have the availability and option you are going to be able to truly individualize her education.

[@kwaktak]

I’m interested in seeing how this plays out. Please keep us apprised of how this goes and please focus on keeping it generalized and not specifically a Florida thing so that those of us elsewhere can get the basic ideas to build our own programs. My autistic/IDD son turns 18 three weeks from today and I’m so nervous because we’re not ready. He’s in school but he has never been able to do well in a classroom setting at all. It’s just been too stressful for him going all the way back to preschool and he’s done absolutely everything he can do to get out of it. I’ve been trying to find ways to see about getting him into a community-based life/vocational skills curriculum but to my frustration even the intellectual disability community has pushed for classroom based schooling of some type. Now that he will be an “adult” I’d much rather he have some sort of “internship” with a shadow who specializes in ABA so that he can do things like shop for groceries, go swimming at the YMCA, cook and clean, maybe even some sort of “job” in delivery where can get all the vehicle rides he wants. So yeah, I think this is a good thing and I think we need to see not only the day to day activities but an ongoing “real talk” explanation of what’s going on and what the at least immediate goals are. PS: I would approach the extended family about seeing if she can “help” them somehow - like helping with laundry and housekeeping at their residences. Not to sound pessimistic but as the grandparents age they’re going to need help too. I think it would be mutually beneficial to them and Abbie to interact in a more collaborative/supportive way with social events like family get together being the reward for all. IME these more “informal” ABA applications are more group oriented anyway and are almost more for training those who support the person with special needs than actually training just the person with special needs.

[@fatheringautism]

I was talking to Priscilla about this very topic. I want to really do some research on resources in more general terms. Maybe, just maybe this would be an option for more people if they had the information on where to start if it can be done on various levels of financial resources.

[@kwaktak]

@@fatheringautism Great! Here's a partial list that we're working from: - ABLE account - Update will/special needs trust - Guardianship at age 18 - Autism waiver/SSI/Medicare Part D - Participant Directed Services (if residential placement is not desired)

[@neizanunez9304]

@@kwaktak my son is turning 20 this year and I have the exact same fears. I wish there was more adult programs so he could shadow someone and go out in the real world. He is an only child so it is so important to us to get teach him life skills.

[@jamiefoley2668]

I love this idea! Grate idea! Welcome back home Isaiah

[@MultiAstewart]

Oh Mrs. Brandy...i love her..great to see her again...

[@kellystanley5892]

I'm so excited for her!Great video! I'm excited to see her do the next stage in her life.I learn so much from her.Yay Abbie!

[@marianataliasaezsampson1021]

When you said “we were in the cart forever,” her look was like “okay, and??” 😆 Love her personality!

[@Paulahamner5000]

My Momma always asked me if I wanted to do the things she wanted me to do. “Do you want to clean the bathroom?” 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@williamprice7948]

Congrats on your senior year Abbie for next year welcome to adulthood have fun

[@RZB98]

Welcome to the world of homeschooling! I am a severe and profound special ed teacher in Florida who homeschooled all three of my kids until they went to college. You can do it! I am happy to answer any questions.

[@anniekolbe2]

Love you guys! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@joylapine9004]

Y’all live in a beautiful place and in a beautiful home. 💛

[@dandeliondreamer3365]

I hope all works out well with the transition for Abbie. Isaiah is definitely your “mini me” Asa😊 looks just like you!

[@sarahcavanaugh572]

I love watching your family videos

[@ethelmurmur]

I can't believe that next year will be her senior year!!! I think ya'll are making a wonderful choice for her!

[@garymasterson780]

Have missed you guys glad back

[@rebeccagrimm668]

Excellent idea on the life skills teaching !!!!!

[@H3arme3r0ar]

Lol 😆 the salad moment. When me and brother were kids we would sometimes wait for my mom to leave the room and then throw our veggies into the bushes outside of the kitchen

[@kitmitchel937]

She will do great. You go girl!

[@CannibalChxrry]

I take breaks and come back to binge watch and it always amazes me how much Abby has grown, not just physically but mentally as well. She gets more and more sassy and silly every time! I love you guys so much!

[@mandydeboard7077]

So happy for Abbie future. Welcome home isahish

[@brianabrown9612]

Congratulations Abbie

[@jamieperry6843]

im so excited for yall and abby . she is doing so well ive been watching for 4 years now and yall are great as mom and dad!!!!!!

[@denisechauvin1965]

you are an amazing father!!!

[@odesseyhaynes7015]

A couple things. Change is the only constant in life. This is a big step for the entire family. Secondly, Grandpa Maass is strong! Lastly, NO WHISTLES ASA! 🤣🤣🤣 I'm excited to see this new journey for Miss Priss 💜 also HEYYYY ISAIAH! Much love from Indiana.

[@longlongshadows392]

My Goodness! A Senior...ALREADY!...BLESSINGS!🤗

[@andikorpel4915]

This is so exciting for Abbie. Can’t wait to see what she’s going to do next.

[@moonchild3692]

I just started watching your videos like 2 weeks ago and I love the videos they honestly teach me so much she’s really smart and she’s so adorable the one video that made me laugh a lot was the one where you guys had the crazy hair for spirit week lol

[@AwesomeTater417]

Abby saw that Salad and said "Cart Ride" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 The sound of her sliding the bowls😂

[@elisab8582]

We took our daughter out when cov19 hit and it was the right thing for her. It is hard but life is hard, and we make it work. We try to build a better learning environment and find what works for her. You have bad, bad days and so many great days it is so worth it.

[@cristinajaimefelix6565]

It was nice seeing Brandy haven’t seen her in a while

[@jaytotheell]

it's so nice to see her!

[@mariaespinoza6358]

Soooo, it's Summer, (Kylie), Becca, & Brandy. Say and write them down. Maybe this time, I'll remember names. Meds make me forget. But hopefully this time ...😶‍🌫️🤔🧐✍️📚

[@sandramcglinchey7712]

That’s one of my son school days he goes to his job 3 times a week! Great job!

[@jameselmer7543]

Nice surprise to see Isaiah at the end!!! We miss him!

[@christinetennant3066]

Love you guys , your amazing

[@mamalentine4553]

I remember her at the OLD house. Abbie has done so much in growing into a beautiful lady. 💕

[@thorned10]

I completely understand that it is difficult to do but I appreciate these videos that are a little longer :-) I put them on when I am doing chores around the house

[@andrewrichardson9399]

Good to see Isaiah home 👍😎

[@heidihokes7789]

how exciting for Abbie❣

[@samanthamedrano6580]

I love watching Abby she's so simular to my son and he's 9 🥰. My son also refuses to get out of the car like that also 🤣

[@BasicBrucatos]

Abbie has mastered her life skills at home! I know she will excell with many other things! I'm excited to see that journey!

[@JennerationOfGrace]

😂😂 "are you serious right now!?" When she pushed the salad away. Literally me to my daughter too hahahah kids, man! Rejecting the salads 🙈

[@smurph4959]

Love this skill up year ... it'll be so valuable 🌼🌸🌼

[@MITTA__34]

The learning of life skills will be forever implemented and constant maintenance. Worked on cooking brunch today with my older brother and it didn’t take well as the other times we did it before, but he was just coming out of a stressful situation where his anxiety was really heighten so his Receptive communication was off. 😕 but he did enjoy using an hand blender for the first time.

[@cindylouhart6945]

We all have off days. I haven’t finished doing my dishes yet. Sometimes ya just don’t feel like doing stuff.

[@cierahowell8653]

I swear after “see you next week” Abb said “fine” (with her hand in a whatever) Abby is a package of sass in all the best ways! I love it how her personality just gets bigger and bigger. The salad 😂

[@marymahns5963]

That is such a great idea. How exciting for all of you. I think Abbie is going to do fantastic!!!

[@missyfortin5814]

Yay welcome home Isiah

[@daisy1sam145]

I like the tag-teaming of these parents. The mother is doing the mom thing and the father is very involved, so he is able to lead in strength where needed. Abby seems to recognize the roles of her parents. Dad does seem to be the authority to her. This girl does recognize chain of command

[@mistytroutt7211]

In Abbie's situation I think she would benefit much more being in her home environment. Good decision she's come a long way in the last couple of years. Keep up the good work Abbie I wish you all the best 😃

[@jennahcollings1174]

Yay. The boy is home.

[@peacespirit7920]

Aww she really loves car drives 💗

[@ally3harkins]

Hey Isaiah I'm glad you are home

[@englishgrace]

I love the direction you're going with Abbie's education next year. I am curious if the vocational program you're talking about with a professional implementing it will be through JSA or through someone else? I am a middle school special education teacher and in San Diego where I live the school district has a program for students ages 18-21 that is entirely community based. They aren't ever in a classroom. They meet with the staff members who work with them somewhere in the community and they do different recreational activities, shopping, and work at a business somewhere in the community.