Organize 365 Podcast Transformation with Meredith D
Jul 23, 2025
Meredith D shares her organizing journey as a researcher and paper crafting enthusiast. She discusses the challenges of organizing life for adult children with special needs, emphasizing the role of support networks. The conversation also dives into guardianship and medical advocacy, highlighting the importance of informed decision-making. Additionally, Meredith reflects on managing grief while decluttering a childhood home and how transforming paperwork management lightened her mental load, enabling more time for creativity and connection.
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Permanent Parenting Role Anecdote
- Meredith D shares she cares for her adult son with Down syndrome and autism, highlighting her role as a permanent parent.
- She manages his disability paperwork and services in a dedicated binder, reflecting ongoing responsibility.
Proactive Disability Service Search
- Call your child's IEP coordinator early to learn all the possible qualifying services before age 18 ends.
- Apply for all available supports proactively; you can decline what you don't want later.
Weekly Paperwork System
- Use the Sunday basket to handle paper once a week and free mental space for other activities.
- Planning your week based on your paper reduces daily stress and helps manage time better.
