So I’ve been part of the Autism community for about 4 months now and I one thing I have noticed about the demographic involved with support and caregiving (at least on social media). It is made up of 85%-90% female.
This is probably not a reflection of the demographic percentage of actual caregivers, but that is what I have observed in social media, either in forums, or on various autism pages.
And being a Dad of an Ausome, there is no lack of support from the community, but if you are looking for support from other Dads in a similar situation, you do have to do some searching.
I’ve simplified that search for you. If you are a male caregiver or if you KNOW a male caregiver that is looking for support from other Dads/Male Caregivers here is a list for you.
I’m sure I’ve left some off, but, again, I’ve not been around all that long. Feel free to sound off on other pages/groups in the comments.
Also, as a disclaimer, I will tell you that these are all from Facebook.
FACEBOOK GROUPS
FACEBOOK PAGES
Autism (and now with added epilepsy) from the mind of one British dad.
Ink4Autism is a worldwide collective of tattoo shops that ink autism themed tattoos with funds being donated to autism services.
Hi there. I’m the father of six amazing kids, all of whom are on the autism spectrum. (I know, right?)
Well it’s simple really. I’m a single dad of a son who has high functioning Autism. Oh yeah, and I have a beard. Anything posted is my personal opinion.
A page to share news and updates about my blog ‘Married Dad of an Autistic Lad’.
A page about me, my girls and better half, my sister and just how we all flow through a life filled with autism.
We are just a family learning as we go. Two sons on the spectrum and a NT daughter.
A rarely shared perspective of autism, and the personal struggles a dad must face as he comes to terms with his two sons diagnoses’s. Available at Amazon
Our Life With Autism. A Dad’s Perspective.
Support for Autism Families in WV and beyond. Our three pillars are support, education, and advocacy.
Thoughts and reflections of a Father, Husband, Son and former Law Officer. I’ll share happy, sad, angry and funny stories here. Come lets, hike together!
Children with autism can do amazing, incredible things! You can use this book to teach your child about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I’m a father of two beautiful daughters on the spectrum. This page is for awareness talk, and support of all who help with special needs.
Stories about everyday life raising two boys with autism. Written from a dad’s point of view 🙂
A page for this family to share its journey with Gianluca as he makes his way through the fog that is autism.
I’m a dad of a son with nonverbal autism.I show what being an autism dad is really like, the good & the bad, the pee & the poop.
am proud dad of 3 boys. This page was made for my youngest son Noah that was diagnosed with Autism at 18 months.
A place for all parents, caregivers, therapists, siblings, and anyone impacted by autism.
Support , education and discussion on everything autism.
Just a peek into the Life of the “Lil’ Dude”, our 7 year old, active ASD son who loves to stay on the go! Welcome to our world
The trials and tribulations of Robert, an extraordinarily young man with ASD who fearlessly adventures through the world on a daily basis.
The ongoing misadventures of a man desperately trying to raise his sons (one of whom is on the autism spectrum) into self-fulfilled, productive members of society.
I’m Simply a Dad sharing lessons I’ve learned on my journey toward health, hope, & happiness.
And if nothing else, you can find me right here.