Independence
These resources are designed to help young adults with autism navigate the world as independently as possible.
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Fighting COVID-19 Misinformation
This resource provides information and resources for providers to support individuals and families who may come across misinformation related to COVID-19.
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Financial Capability of Adults with Disabilities
On Monday, December 11, 2017, National Disability Institute (NDI) released a report titled Financial Capability of Adults with Disabilities: Findings from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation National Financial Capability Study. NDI’s analysis of data from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation’s National Financial Capability Study provides compelling evidence pointing to the need for solutions that advance financial stability and capability for people with disabilities.
Read moreFind My Ride PA Website
This is a website that was developed by the PA Dept. of Transportation and is being piloted currently. Its purpose is to help individuals plan for their transportation needs in an easier, more user friendly way.
Read moreFinding and Choosing a Therapist Information Sheet
This information sheet from ASERT provides suggestions on how to find a therapist and other service providers as well as important questions to ask to ensure the provider will be the best one for your child.
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Finding Resources
Supporting an individual with autism to find resources within his or her neighborhood, town, county or broader metropolitan region provides a unique opportunity for you to teach fundamental skills in community living. One method of teaching these skills is to involve the person you support in researching, contacting, and connecting with local and regional resources. By scaffolding network building in gradual steps that consider the individual’s needs and learning process, you can empower him or her to play a more active role in shaping his community involvement. Below is a helpful planning tool to get you started. Try to complete as many steps as possible with the person you support.
Read moreFire Safety Resource Collection
Fire safety is important for all individuals, especially those with autism. This resource page was created to provide a central location for fire safety resources including fire safety plans, fire safety education, and how to prepare and stay safe during a fire.
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Fire Safety: How to Stay Safe Social Story
This social story was created by ASERT to describe the elements of fire safety for individuals with autism.
Read moreForensic Interviewing for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
This resource provides helpful tips and information for justice professionals on how to conduct a forensic interview for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Read moreForensic Psychology
Forensic Psychology is the application of the science and profession of psychology to questions and issues relating to law and the legal system.
Read moreFoster Care Social Story
This social story created by ASERT describes the various aspects of foster care to individuals with autism.
Read moreFostering Interpersonal Relationships
This resource provides information for caregivers and direct support professionals on how they can help individuals with autism to develop interpersonal relationships with others.
Read moreFrequently Asked Questions about Service Animals and the ADA
Many people with disabilities use a service animal in order to fully participate in everyday life
Read moreFuture Planning
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information on direct support staff on how they can support individuals with autism to plan for their futures.
Read moreGastroenterology and Autism Spectrum Disorder
From parent report, there is a preponderance of gastroenterological problems in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Read moreGesturing: Social Story
This resource visually explains Gesturing, which is using movements to help improve mood.
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