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09/08/2025

What after school? - It’s a question almost every parent of a child with disability wonders.

When school ends, the structure fades, the daily routine changes, and the future can feel unclear, especially if the child hasn’t built real-life skills yet.

In countries like the US, UK, Australia and others this stage is planned for way in advance. Career counselling, internships, and skill-building are part of the process.

In India, everything rests on the parents. We don’t have a system in place, no checklist, no roadmap and no guide. But guess what? You can still navigate your way through this.

In today’s episode of The Special Needs Children Podcast, Chitra Iyer, CEO of MFA Capital, parent to a special needs adult, and Trustee for the Forum for Autism shares practical steps and emotional insights on Vocational Planning for Children with Disabilities.

Tune in on:
YouTube- https://youtu.be/y4MH4maNk7g

Spotify- https://bit.ly/3J1an65

Apple Podcast- https://bit.ly/45aGado

Do watch it, share & subscribe too!

06/08/2025

What happens when the school says your child cannot continue anymore? What happens when school ends for children with disabilities? When the structure fades, what’s next? In this powerful episode of The Special Needs Children Podcast, our CEO, Chitra Iyer dives into a question that haunts every parent of a teen with special needs: Where will my child go after school? What skills should I focus on to help my child learn to earn? Can my child lead an independent life

Through real stories and an actionable 10-year roadmap for vocational planning and life skills, Chitra offers guidance, hope, and a practical path forward, even when systems don’t exist. This episode is a must-watch for every parent trying to figure this out for themselves.

Coming soon. Stay tuned and let’s walk this journey together.

28/07/2025

ऑटिस्टिक बच्चों के परिवारों के लिए एक महत्वपूर्ण क्षण 💙

सालों की मेहनत, जागरूकता और उम्मीदों के बाद अब मेडिक्लेम पॉलिसीज़ में ऑटिस्टिक बच्चों के लिए भी coverage शामिल किया गया है।

The Special Needs Children Podcast के 76th एपिसोड में, हमारी CEO चित्रा अय्यर, Happyness Factory के Head of Product Development, मिलिन शाह के साथ इस महत्वपूर्ण बदलाव पर रोशनी डाल रही हैं।

इस बदलाव का असल मतलब क्या है और आप इसका फ़ायदा कैसे उठा सकते हैं — जानने के लिए ज़रूर सुनिए।
YouTube: https://youtu.be/jKAg5ygpcAY
Spotify: https://shorturl.at/VYWRS
Apple Podcast: https://shorturl.at/MO3AD

अगर आपके पास Spotify ऐप नहीं है, तो यह पॉडकास्ट केवल ऑडियो के रूप में ही Chitra IyertMilin Shahlin Shah

25/07/2025

कुछ हफ्तों पहले, The Special Needs Children Podcast पर हमारी CEO चित्रा अय्यर ने एक ऐतिहासिक अपडेट share किया था कि अब ऑटिज़्म से प्रभावित व्यक्तियों के लिए health insurance उपलब्ध है। 💙

आने वाले एपिसोड में, इसी महत्वपूर्ण विषय पर वे अपने करीबी मित्र और Happyness Factory के Head of Product Development, मिलिन शाह के साथ मिलकर उन सभी सवालों के जवाब share करेंगी, जो कई पैरेंट्स ने हमसे पूछे थे।

Episode bahut jald aa raha hai YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcast par.

हमसे जुड़े रहिए – यह एक ज़रूरी जानकारी है जिसे आप miss नहीं करना चाहेंगे!Chitra IyerIMilin ShahShah

21/07/2025

In the first episode of Parenting Aaj Kal, Ira Khan opens up about her journey with mental health. Top psychiatrist, Dr Pervin Dadachanji breaks down how parents can understand and support their child’s emotional world.

And the host, Dr Vibha Krishnamurthy holds space for the kind of honest conversation every Indian family needs.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/pKQMGvWHzo8

🌻 Parenting Aaj Kal is the show we wish we had growing up.
(In Hindi with English subtitles)

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In episode 1 of Parenting Aaj Kal, we’re joined by Ira Khan, founder of Agatsu Foundation, and Dr Pervin Dadachanji, a renowned psychiatrist with over 40 yea...

11/07/2025

In episode 75 of The Special Needs Children Podcast, our CEO, Chitra Iyer, has a heartfelt conversation with Sonali Saini, the Founder & Executive Director of Sol’s ARC—an inspiring changemaker who has dedicated over two decades to building inclusive education and livelihood opportunities for individuals with disabilities across India.

Driven by her powerful and compassionate vision— ‘Every Child Learns, Every Adult Earns’ —Sonali has been working closely with government bodies and nonprofit organizations to ensure that people with disabilities are not left behind, but instead empowered through meaningful learning and earning pathways.

Her journey is one of courage, commitment, and quiet revolutions that are changing lives every single day.

🎧 Listen to this moving and insightful episode on:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/iQ_n6Yvu6hM

Spotify: https://bit.ly/3GErHgc

Apple: https://bit.ly/40KTQsJ

10/07/2025

In episode 75 of The Special Needs Children Podcast, our CEO, Chitra Iyer, speaks with Sonali Saini, founder & Executive Director of Sol’s ARC—a passionate changemaker who has spent over two decades creating inclusive education and livelihood solutions for people with disabilities across India.

With her powerful vision—“Every Child Learns, Every Adult Earns”—Sonali is transforming lives in partnership with governments and nonprofits.

🎧 Releasing Friday, 11th July 2025

Spotify: https://bit.ly/3ELQm1r
Apple: https://bit.ly/3GxRHJE
YouTube: https://bit.ly/4k30JwV

Do share. It could bring hope to a family that needs it.

28/06/2025

On The Special Needs Children Podcast, our host and CEO of MFA Capital, Chitra Iyer— mother to a special needs adult, Financial Coach, and fierce advocate for long-term care — unpacks the quiet yet powerful companion to Mediclaim: the Health Corpus.

She explains what it truly stands for, how it supports everyday healthcare needs, and why it’s an essential layer of protection alongside Mediclaim.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that Mediclaim alone isn’t enough — true security comes from a well-built health corpus that brings flexibility, dignity, and emotional ease to your financial journey.

🎧 Listen now on:
YouTube: https://youtu.be/xW6JXujBm1I

Spotify: http://bit.ly/44nPTLs

Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/44j1U4T

18/06/2025

A milestone moment for families of children with autism. 💙
After years of advocacy, persistence, and hope — Mediclaim policies finally offer coverage for children with autism.

In the 74th episode of The Special Needs Children Podcast, our CEO, Ms. Chitra Iyer, is joined by ✨ Mr. Vinesh Subramaniam, President of Probitas Insurance Brokers, as they shed light on this long-overdue breakthrough.

From the process of applying to what families should watch out for — this conversation is filled with empathy, clarity, and empowerment for every parent navigating this journey.

🎧 Tune in to understand what this change really means for you and how to make the most of it.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/3aUuvV1EOjY

Apple: https://bit.ly/4kzfVlY

Spotify: https://bit.ly/3Tqcz8Q

14/06/2025

We promised to share details of health insurance plans now available for individuals with Autism. This podcast will answer your questions on kinds of policies available, from which insurance companies, how to apply, what mistakes parents should avoid making and much more.

Children with autism can now be covered under Mediclaim policies — a long-overdue breakthrough built on years of advocacy, persistence, and hope.

In episode 74 of The Special Needs Children Podcast, our CEO, Ms. Chitra Iyer is joined by Mr. Vinesh Subramaniam, President, Probitas Insurance Brokers.

Together they break down what these policies mean for you, what to look out for, and how to truly protect your family — especially in times of rising medical costs.

Also listen to Mr. Chintan Kinariwala, Sr. Vice President, Tata AIG General Insurance talk about policies available and process to go about the same.

Watch the episode on:

YouTube: https://youtu.be/3aUuvV1EOjY

Apple: https://bit.ly/4kzfVlY

Spotify: https://bit.ly/3Tqcz8Q

12/06/2025

A few weeks ago, we shared a breakthrough: Children with autism can now be covered under Mediclaim policies. This is a huge milestone achieved, built on years of advocacy, persistence, and the voices of countless families. Since that episode aired, the response has been overwhelming. So many parents reached out with heartfelt questions — and we know just how much this means to you.

In our upcoming milestone episode of The Special Needs Children Podcast, our CEO, Chitra Iyer is joined by Mr. Vinesh Subramaniam, President at Probitas Insurance Brokers to answer all your queries on mediclaim/ health insurance for your autistic individual.

He breaks down the complexities of these policies, highlights what to look out for, and addresses the rising concern of medical inflation — helping families not just get insured, but feel truly prepared.

🔔 Episode goes live tomorrow!

Spotify: https://bit.ly/3ELQm1r
Apple: https://bit.ly/3GxRHJE
YouTube: https://bit.ly/4k30JwV

30/05/2025

In episode 73 of The Special Needs Children Podcast, our CEO, Chitra Iyer, is in conversation with Debashis Paul— a brilliant mind in management and marketing, who has led iconic campaigns for brands like Coca-Cola and Microsoft. But beyond the boardroom, he is an autism parent, author, and deep thinker.

His debut book, I Have Autism and I Like to Play Bad Tennis, is sparking global conversations on parenting and inclusion.

Catch this episode as Debashis shares the story behind his book and reflects on parenting a child with autism. He speaks about the shift from fixing to accepting, the joy in everyday moments, and offers heartfelt advice to fellow parents.

Tune in now!
YouTube: https://youtu.be/eFx90Zv4VUg
Spotify: https://bit.ly/3ZI5yDZ
Apple Podcast: https://bit.ly/4dL7oKi