ETB 11: Navigating the Complexity of Special Needs Divorce with Mary Ann Hughes

Embrace the Blessing

In this episode I talk with Mary Ann Hughes, mother of 2 young adults with Autism as she shares her special needs divorce story. Mary Ann went from being completely blindsided and overwhelmed, unsure of what next steps were needed, to assembling a support team of professionals who helped her successfully navigate a lengthly 2 year divorce process which culminated in a trial.
Some have estimated the divorce rate among families with children with autism or other disabilities to be as high as 70-80%.
Mary Ann used the wisdom she gained through her own experience in addition to ongoing work in the field to make a difference for others. She created a company, Special Family Transitions, to guide special needs families through divorce with the best possible outcome and as little stress, time, and expense as possible.
Connect with Mary Ann:
Email address: [e-mail]

Website: https://www.specialfamilytransitions.com/

Special Family Transitions YouTube channel (would love for people to subscribe )
https://youtube.com/channel/UChI4BaUMGf50O2yPE_YnjFA

Special Family Transitions Facebook Page:
https://m.facebook.com/specialfamilytransitions

Private Facebook group:
Divorce Journey Support for Moms of Children with Autism & Special Needs:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/309739357366936/

Special Family Transitions on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/specialfamilytransitions/

For Information on LoneStar LEND, or to apply for the program:
https://med.uth.edu/pediatrics/neurology/pediatric-neurology-fellowship-programs/lonestar-lend-fellowship/
Connect with Sandy:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/sandydeppisch
Embrace the Blessing Facebook Group: http://bit.ly/ETB4ME
Website: http://www.embracetheblessing.com/