Independence
These resources are designed to help young adults with autism navigate the world as independently as possible.
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Resilience Skills Overview
This resource explains the resilience skills of Tracking, Resourcing, Gesturing, Grounding, Shift and Stay, and Help Now.
Read moreResilient Zone: Social Story
This resource visually explains the concept of the Resilient Zone and managing emotions.
Read moreResources for a Newly Diagnosed Individual
This collection of resources is designed to help families who have a family member who was recently diagnosed with autism.
Read moreResources for Learning About Sexuality
Resources for parents, family members, caregivers, and people with disabilities on the subject of sexuality.
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Resourcing: Social Story
This social story explains the concept of Resourcing to use people, places, things, and ideas to feel better.
Read moreRespite Care
This information sheet provides families information about what respite care is, important questions to ask potential respite care providers, and how to go about finding respite care.
Read moreRespite Care in Philadelphia
A grant of up to $300 per eligible child can be used by the parent/guardian to select their own Respite Provider. Families may use up to 3 grants per eligible child.
Read moreRespite Care Locator
Need help finding respite services in your area? This resource can help!
Read moreResponding To Suicidal Statements
This information sheet was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative and provides warning signs and tips to help individuals respond to suicidal statements.
Read moreRiding the School Bus Social Story
This resource developed by ASERT, provides a visual explanation of what expect when riding the bus to school.
Read moreRisk Identification and Reporting
Individuals with autism, like other individuals with disabilities, may be considered a “vulnerable” population. Identifying when someone you support is engaging in behavior that puts him or her at risk is critical to your support role.
Read moreRomance 101: Dating for Adults with Autism
This resource, part of the CAR Autism Roadmap developed by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, provides information for individuals with autism about dating, including where to meet people, how to handle rejection, autism-specific concerns, safety, and marriage.
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Romantic Scams Social Story
This resource developed by ASERT warns of romance scammers and gives safety tips.
Read moreRules of Probation
Adults with autism who are placed on probation supervision may have a difficult time understanding the rules (conditions) of probation, especially if the rules are vague. This social story will help explain the rules of probation, the role of the probation officer, and what may happen if a rule is broken.
Read moreS.A.F.E.R
Many individuals living with autism have difficulties processing information, processing sensory input, communicating effectively, and responding in socially appropriate ways. Here are some ways to help alleviate those difficulties so that you, the offender, and the community will be S.A.F.E.R.!
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