Building a World Where My Son Can Thrive

I'm a father to a son with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and every single day I see his strength.

Let me tell you about Nathaniel. "Smart" doesn't even begin to describe him. While he may not be able to hold a vocal conversation, he is fiercely observant and absorbing everything around him. At just three years old, he taught himself how to read. Since then, he has taught himself to program in Scratch and learned how to edit videos just by reading the technical documentation.

He has a brilliant, active mind, and when you can connect with him on his wavelength, seeing him light up is truly magical.

But as much as I celebrate his brilliance, I also see the hurdles he faces and the ones that lie ahead. Finding resources to help him reach his full potential can be hard. There are many resources out there, but finding them can be daunting. In the 8+ years I’ve been on this journey, I haven’t found a great place that centralizes it all. This site will never be complete. Resources will come and go, categories will be removed and updated. My hope is that it will grow beyond my vision. Become a hub to find help, places to feel safe, included, and to share stories of what works, what doesn’t, and why.

Nathaniel deserves a world that sees his value, supports his independence, and invests in his future. That's exactly why See the Ability exists. To help build a community where he, and others like him, can truly thrive.