Independence
These resources are designed to help young adults with autism navigate the world as independently as possible.
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Dual Diagnosis Training
The Dual Diagnosis Curriculum contains 20 core training modules which provide the basic information that anyone would need to support an individual who has a dual diagnosis.
Read moreEarly Childhood Learning Centers and the ADA
This resource helps with understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act, or the ADA, in terms of Early Childhood Learning Centers.
Read moreEarly Childhood Resource Collection
This collection of resources covers different topics related to early childhood including information on developmental milestones, signs of autism, early intervention services, and resources for families of young children who were recently diagnosed with autism.
Read moreEarly Intervention in Philadelphia
Early Intervention (EI) is a free service and support for families who have a child or children 0 - 5 years old with developmental delays. Services can take place at home, preschool, day care or Elwyn site. These programs are funded by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning. Services are only available for those who qualify.
Read moreEarly Intervention Services
While all children grow and develop in unique ways, some children experience delays in their development. Pennsylvania has an Early Intervention program for children from birth to age five who have developmental delays and disabilities.
Read moreEating Disorders
Eating disorders are actually serious and often fatal illnesses that cause severe disturbances to a person’s eating behaviors.
Read moreEldercare Locator
The Eldercare Locator is a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families.
Read moreElection Day Survival Toolkit
Voters with disabilities need to be prepared for any challenges they may face. This Survival Kit will provide you with the information you might need to cast your vote and have it counted.
Read moreElwyn’s Philadelphia Resource List for Autism and Special Needs
This guide for parents and professionals in the Philadelphia area lists resources and information in the local area.
Read moreEmergency Room Resource Collection
The collection features emergency department resources for self-advocates, parents/caregivers, and professionals. Content includes forms, guides, and social stories.
Read moreEncouraging Independence
This resource provides information for direct support staff on how they can encourage the individuals with autism they support to be more independent in their lives.
Read moreEnd of Medicaid Continuous Coverage
If you or your family member is receiving health insurance from the state, you will need to complete a renewal every year to ensure eligibility.
Read moreEstate Planning Special Needs Alliance
Providing the best quality of life requires informed decisions. The best way to provide your special needs child with compassionate care and a comfortable life is to support your legal and financial decisions with reliable information and proven expertise. That’s why America’s finest disability attorneys have combined their talents to create the Special Needs Alliance. As attorneys in the field of Disability and Public Benefits Law, we help to enhance your child’s quality of life. Every member of the alliance has the resources and legal expertise to help you maintain public benefits for your child and develop effective estate plans that protect your assets.
Read moreEvacuating Your Home During a Natural Disaster
This resource is guide for how to safely evacuate your home in case of an emergency.
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