Independence
These resources are designed to help young adults with autism navigate the world as independently as possible.
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Homecare for a Loved One Social Story
When people get older, they may need more help at home. A home health aid can make things easier.
Read moreHospital Wristbands Social Story
This resource provides information on what to expect when going to the hospital and receiving a medical wristband to identify who you are.
Read moreHousing Resource Collection
This resource collection provides information on how to find housing, legal considerations, financial assistance and considerations for adults with autism.
Read moreHow Anxiety Leads to Disruptive Behavior
Kids who seem oppositional are often severely anxious.
Read moreHow I See It: Coping with Coronavirus
As part of the "How I See It" series on PAAutism.org and ASDNext.org, people in the Pennsylvania autism community share their thoughts on staying safe and healthy through the coronavirus pandemic.
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How Participants in Community HealthChoices Can Access Assistive Technology
Most Pennsylvanians with disabilities and seniors who are eligible, or already receive, support services from the Department of Human Services, Office of Long-Term Living, are transitioning into a new Medicaid managed care program called Community HealthChoices. Pennsylvanians who participate in the new Community HealthChoices (CHC) managed care program and need Assistive Technology (AT) will get the AT they need from the CHC plan in which they are enrolled. AT devices, however, may be covered by one or more source(s) of coverage and under one or more covered service(s). This may cause confusion for Participants and CHC – Managed Care Organizations (CHC-MCOs). This factsheet and appendix outline how different AT devices may be covered and, we hope, will help Participants advocate for getting the AT devices they need approved.
Read moreHow to Approach Individuals with Autism
This information sheet from ASERT provides tips and suggestions for justice system professionals on approaching individuals with autism.
Read moreHow to Be a Good Parent Advocate
All parents naturally want to be good advocates for their children. There are a few steps you can take to help you be more effective.
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How to Create a Coping Zone
This resource developed by ASERT provides tips and tools for parents on how to manage family stress.
Read moreHow to Create a Social Story
This resource is designed to help caregivers, professionals, and anyone supporting autistic people create social stories to help individuals understand what to expect in new or difficult situations.
Read moreHow To Discuss Puberty with Your Child Who Has Special Needs
Many families are concerned that their child may receive some incorrect information from their peers if they do not teach them important facts first.
Read moreHow to Do Your Laundry Social Story
This social story, developed by ASERT, provides a step-by-step guide for individuals to learn the steps to clean their laundry. This resource is available in a printable PDF or interactive eBook.
Read moreHow to Ease Anxiety for Adults with Autism during a Doctor’s Visit
Adults with autism spectrum disorder face unique challenges to receiving optimal medical care due to a number of factors.
Read moreHow to Get a Reasonable Accommodation on the Job
The ADA requires employers to provide a reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities.
Read moreHow to Join a Group Social Story
This social story developed by ASERT explains how to join a group of people.
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