Season 6, Episode 7: Aging as an Autistic Person with Prof. Sandra Thom-Jones

In this insightful interview, Monique speaks with Professor Sandra Thom-Jones—an Autistic author, artisan, academic, and advocate—about navigating life as an Autistic person in later stages. They discuss the invisibility of older Autistic adults and the unique challenges they face, including menopause, healthcare needs, and retirement. Sandra encourages Autistic individuals to reject neuro-normative expectations and design a joyful life, sharing her gradual transition into retirement and the importance of rediscovering passions and building a “happy place” long before retirement arrives.