Independence
These resources are designed to help young adults with autism navigate the world as independently as possible.
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Riding 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.!
Read moreS.E.A.T. Functions of Behavior Cheat Sheet
S.E.A.T. is a quick and easy guide for your toolbox to help you understand why behaviors are happening and what you can do to help.
Read moreSafety Plan for Individuals with Autism
This resource helps individuals with autism develop a safety plan with information to help them stay safe and feel calm in the event of an emergency.
Read moreSafety Products
A sampling of the large range products and services our community often inquires about relating to safety, from seat belt harnesses, to wearable identification items, and smart technology.
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Scheduling an Independent Monitoring for Quality (IM4Q) Interview Social Story
This ASERT-developed social story is about scheduling an IM4Q interview and what kinds of things to expect. This resource has been translated into Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, and Burmese.
Read moreSEAL Naval Special Warfare Family Foundation
Striving to support individual and family readiness through an array of programs specifically targeted to assist the Naval Special Warfare community in maintaining a resilient, sustainable, and healthy force in this era of persistent conflict and frequent deployments.
Read moreSeizures and Autism Spectrum Disorder
This resource, part of the CAR Autism Roadmap developed by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, provides an overview on seizures in individuals with autism including information on what seizures are and how they are diagnosed and treated.
Read moreSelf-Advocacy Online
An internet program for individuals with intellectual disabilities to express and advocate for themselves in topics relating to health, wellness, and exercise.
Read moreSelf-Doubt, Self-Acceptance, and Self-Trust
This resource explains the concept of self-doubt as well as ways to increase self-trust and self-acceptance.
Read moreSesame Street and Autism
Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children is a program developed by Sesame Street with input from parents, people with autism, and people who serve the autism community that offers families ways to overcome common challenges.
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