Fatherhood, Autism, and Acceptance: Lessons from 26 Years of Love with Eric Williams

Brain Power with Dr. Eko

Eric D. Williams is the Founder of Project Elijah Empowering Autism. PEEA is a nonprofit organization established in 2004 based out of West Philadelphia and named after his son Elijah (now 26 years old) who at the age of 3 was diagnosed with autism.
PEEA hosts free year-round education and recreation programs for families living with autism/unique abilities who reside in under-resourced communities.
Mr. Williams launched the autistic person area street sign initiative on January 23, 2024 for Philadelphia residents. Currently, there 150 signs have been installed.
With 21 years of leading an autism foundation & 26 years of being a parent to Elijah has equipped Eric with the first hand knowledge to create unique and innovative methodologies to better serve unique abilities communities worldwide.

Social Media: @PEEA98

Email: [email protected]

Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and check out the video version on our YouTube channel!
CONNECT WITH ME!
If you want to schedule an ADHD/Autism appointment for your child, you may contact Glow Pediatrics:

• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• [email protected]

🌐 Website: www.glowpediatrics.com
📱 Instagram: @drhokeheeko / @glowpediatrics
📧 [email protected]
👍 Facebook: Dr.HokeheEko / glowpediatrics
💼 LinkedIn: hokeheeffiongmd

Chapters

1. Fatherhood, Autism, and Acceptance: Lessons from 26 Years of Love with Eric Williams (00:00:00)

2. Introduction to Eric Williams and PIA (00:00:50)

3. A Father's Denial and Struggle (00:02:05)

4. The Turning Point of Acceptance (00:06:05)

5. Meeting Children Where They Are (00:10:41)

6. Advice for Struggling Fathers (00:12:22)

7. Communication Between Parents (00:16:54)

8. Resources and Support for Families (00:20:13)