Resources

Decision Making for the COVID-19 Vaccine

This resource, developed by ASERT in collaboration with Dr. Venkat from Allegheny Health Network and Dr. Migyanka from Indiana University of Pennsylvania provides answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine to help individuals make informed decisions.

Department of Human Services (DHS)

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’s seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable individuals and families.

Detention Center Social Story, Parts 1 & 2

These social stories were created to describe the various aspects of being in a detention center to individuals with autism.

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Developing a Budget

This resource provides information for individuals with autism on the importance of developing a budget and steps to create one for themselves.

Developing an IEP Transition Plan

For students with disabilities, the transition services available through an Individualized Education Program (IEP) can be an essential source of support on the path to adulthood.

Differences Between Secondary and Post-Secondary Educational Settings

These information sheets highlight some of the differences in disability laws as well as expectations of students and teachers as they relate to secondary and post-secondary educational settings.

Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology (DO.IT)

Common forms of financial aid include grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.

Disability Disclosure for Youth

This document is a supplement to The 411 on Disability Disclosure: A Workbook for Youth with Disabilities, which helps youth learn about disability disclosure and what it means for them.

Disability Equality Index

The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and Disability:IN. Developed by the DEI Advisory Committee, a diverse group of business leaders, policy experts, and disability advocates, the DEI is a national, transparent, annual benchmarking tool that offers businesses an opportunity to receive an objective score, on a scale of zero (0) to 100, on their disability inclusion policies and practices.

Disability Voting Videos

These videos, developed by Rooted in Rights, covers a range of topics related to voting for individuals with disabilities.

Discord Resource Collection

This is a collection of resources that explains the online platform called Discord and helps individuals with autism better understand how to use it.

Discord: Icons & How to Use Them

This resource explains icons you will see on Discord and what each of them is used for.

Dream Partnership Website

The Mission of the D.R.E.A.M. Partnership is to develop a selection of post-secondary educational opportunities, including dormitory options, which lead to independent living and employment for students with intellectual disabilities in Pennsylvania.

Drexel University Life Course Outcomes

The Life Course Outcomes Research Program is part of the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, and focuses on information about life course outcomes for individuals with autism. The program looks to determine if practices to support individuals with autism already underway are making an impact, while also examining innovative new practices.

Driving and Asperger’s: Balancing Independence and Safety

This video from Asperger/Autism Network reviews current knowledge on driving with Aspergers.