Now What? Parent Guide and Toolkit: Elopement and Wandering
Your essential resource for keeping your child safe, supported, and secure. Is your child's tendency to wander or elope leaving you overwhelmed, stressed, and constantly worried about their safety? You are not alone. Many parents of children with autism or developmental disabilities face the terrifying reality of elopement and wandering, which can pose serious dangers and emotional strain for the entire family.
In Now What? Parent Guide and Toolkit: Elopement and Wandering, author Alexander Van Dorn brings over five decades of professional experience and firsthand stories from real families to provide actionable, compassionate guidance. This book was designed to be a lifeline for parents, offering practical strategies and emotional support to address the unique challenges of elopement and wandering.
With step-by-step tools, thoughtful advice, and evidence-based techniques, this guide explores the mental, physical, and emotional aspects of managing these behaviors. It also gives parents the confidence to create safe environments, build robust communication strategies, and regain peace of mind.
This comprehensive guide will help you:
Understand why elopement and wandering occur and how to identify triggers before they escalate.
Prevent dangerous situations by creating effective safety plans using GPS trackers, alarms, and geofencing.
Implement proven behavioral strategies to teach your child boundaries while addressing their sensory and emotional needs.
Respond calmly and effectively during emergencies with a detailed action plan to ensure a swift and safe resolution.
Cope with stress and emotional exhaustion, prioritizing self-care and emotional resilience to support your family better.
You will gain the skills to take control and protect your child without losing hope or burning out through clear examples, helpful checklists, and tools like a behavior tracking sheet, safety plan templates, and emergency response protocols.
If you have been searching for answers and are ready to feel more empowered to keep your child safe, this book is for you. Packed with relatable insights, practical tools, and a heart-centered approach, Now What? Parent Guide and Toolkit: Elopement and Wandering is a must-have resource for any parent facing these challenges.
Start your journey to a safer, more confident future for you and your child. Discover the guidance, strategies, and peace of mind you have sought.
