Independence
These resources are designed to help young adults with autism navigate the world as independently as possible.
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L.E.A.N. On Us First Responder Pocket Card
Created by L.E.A.N. On Us for use by first responders, these pocket cards list the top ten characteristics of an individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder for quick identification.
Read moreLancaster and Lebanon Transition Coordinating Council
Transition Coordinating Council (TCC) is a network of parents, consumers, educators, and community service providers helping students with special needs in their transition from school to adult life. Its mission is to promote effective transition planning for students with disabilities from school to adult life.
Read moreLaundry and Sensory Issues
Doing laundry is necessary, but can be a sensory overload for individuals with autism. This resource provides helpful tips for completing laundry for individuals with autism.
Read moreLEAP After-School Program
The Literacy Enrichment After-school Program (LEAP) provides homework assistance, computer literacy, and library skills for students in grades K–12, and daily literacy enrichment activities for elementary school students.
Read moreLeaving the Pediatrician
Although many teens with autism receive help with the transition to adult services, very few are prepared for another vital transition, that from pediatric doctors to providers who treat adults.
Read moreLegal Clinic for the Disabled
The Legal Clinic for the Disabled (LCD) provides free legal services to low-income people with physical disabilities in the Greater Philadelphia area. We help our clients overcome obstacles that might otherwise compromise their health, independence or quality of life.
Read moreLGBTQI Resource Page
This collection of resources focuses on different topics related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and intersex individuals. Some of these resources were developed for ASERT by autistic individuals who are part of the LGBTQI community, while others are resources from outside organizations. There are resources for individuals with autism, parents, families, health care providers and policy makers.
Read moreLibrary of Accessible Media (LAMP) for Pennsylvanians
LAMP circulates over 1.5 million titles in accessible formats like digital, digital download, Braille, print/Braille, large-print and Audio described DVDs to Pennsylvanians
Read moreLocator Device Grant
Families served under The Autism Society of Greater Harrisburg Area can apply for their Locator Grant for their family member with Autism. The Autism Society of Greater Harrisburg Area has been raising awareness about the dangers of wandering for an individual with Autism.
Read moreManaging ADHD in Children and Teens
This resource provides tips for parents to help manage ADHD in their Children and Teens.
Read moreManaging Anger for Self-Advocates
This resource developed by ASERT provides information about anger and ways to help people understand and manage these strong feelings.
Read moreManaging Anger Social Story
This resource developed by ASERT helps individuals learn how to deal with anger and calm down.
Read moreManaging Depression
This information sheet, developed by ASERT, provides some tips and suggestions for self-advocates to learn how to help manage symptoms of depression.
Read moreManaging Your Money
This step-by-step plan will help you get a handle on your finances and reclaim your financial independence.
Read moreMAWD or Marketplace?
Choosing health insurance coverage that best meets one’s needs is important, especially for persons with significant health issues or disabilities. Pennsylvanians with serious health issues and persons with disabilities have several choices regarding health insurance. This publication will focus on two of those options: Medicaid and the Marketplace. Not every Pennsylvanian has a choice between Medicaid and the Marketplace. It only works for persons eligible for one category of Medicaid: Medical Assistance for Workers with Disabilities (MAWD). Today, people with serious health issues and persons with disabilities who are working or may be able to work, can choose between Marketplace health insurance and MAWD.
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