Independence
These resources are designed to help young adults with autism navigate the world as independently as possible.
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Social Security for Individuals with Autism
Social Security pays disability payments to people who can't work because they have a medical condition that's expected to last at least one year or result in death. This resource will explain the different types of Social Security available to individuals with autism, how to apply for both children and adults, what to expect in a case review, and more.
Read moreSocial Stories and Guides for Adults
Providing an interactive resource in which parents and professionals, as well as older individuals with high functioning autism spectrum disorders, can find information about writing social stories, examples of social stories, and links to other resources regarding Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Read moreSocial Story: Rules of Juvenile Probation
These social stories were created by ASERT to describe the various aspects and rules of juvenile probation.
Read moreSpanish Help-Line Plus
This resource provides information on a Spanish helpline for individuals disabilities and their families on all aspects of special education.
Read moreSpecial Needs Units
Each individual’s coordination needs and challenges are unique and they deserve the individualized attention necessary in order for those needs to be met. This is the role of our Special Needs Units. This resource provides information on the various managed care organizations and how members can successfully navigate them to receive timely and effective services.
Read moreSpeech Language Therapy
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information about Speech-Language therapy.
Read moreSpotlight On: Person-Centered Projects
These resources focus on different aspects of Person-Centered planning, and include take away points and lessons learned from various ASERT projects over the years. Topics include: self-advocacy, case conceptualization and using data visualizations (graphs).
Read moreStand Up Against Stressors
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information and tips for dealing with stress.
Read moreStaying Mentally Healthy
This resource provides tips for individuals with autism on how to maintain their mental health and wellbeing.
Read moreStaying Physically Healthy
This resource provides tips for individuals with autism on how to maintain their physical health and wellbeing.
Read moreSteps to Joining a Group
This resource developed by ASERT helps individuals with finding a group to talk with and joining them.
Read moreStress, Anxiety and Depression
Stress, anxiety, and depression are common challenges that many people face. It is important to recognize these challenges in individuals that your support - though the expressions and triggers may vary depending on the situation.
Read moreSupport Professional Resources
This is a collection of resources from various sources for autism support professionals. Topics range from general autism information to mental health, relationships, daily life, rapport building, goal setting, safety and crisis management, professionalism, service navigation, and more.
Read moreSupporting New Habits
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information for direct support staff and others working with individuals who have autism on how to help teach new skills and support new habits.
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