Resources
Resource Explorer
Results 16-30 of 360
Adjusting to New Situations
This social story, developed by ASERT, talks about ways to stay calm when plans change.
Read moreAdult Autism Programs: AAW & ACAP
Pennsylvania offers two programs for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through the Bureau of Autism Services (BAS): the Adult Autism Waiver (AAW) and the Adult Community Autism Program (ACAP). Both programs are designed for residents of Pennsylvania who are age 21 and older and have a diagnosis of autism. These programs are evidence-based and outcome-driven models which have been designed to assist participants in gaining the greatest level of independence possible, encourage involvement in community life, improve social skills and provide support to caregivers.
Read moreAdult Autism Waiver (AAW) Supports & Services Directory
The AAW services directory allows you to search a comprehensive list of AAW service providers.
Read moreAdult Community Autism Program (ACAP)
The Adult Community Autism Program, also known as ACAP, is one of two programs in Pennsylvania specifically designed to help adults with autism spectrum disorder participate in their communities in the way that they want to, based upon their identified needs.
Read moreAdult Protective Services
This website provides information on the role of Adult Protective Services and how to report abuse of an elder or an adult with a disability.
Read moreAdult Social Group for Individuals with HFA/ASP
This support group is a Discussion Group and Social Outings Group for adults eighteen and older who are on the autism spectrum and live in or near the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area.
Read moreAdvocating for My Health During COVID-19
This resource developed by ASERT for AID in PA provides self-advocates with information on how they can advocate for their health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreAffordable Care Act Toolkit for Self-Advocates
This resource has been developed to equip self-advocates with autism to understand and navigate the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Read more
Afterschool Alliance
The Afterschool Alliance is an organization dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of afterschool programs and advocating for more after-school investments to ensure that all children have access to affordable, quality after-school programs.
Read moreAm I Ready to Learn How to Drive?
Learning to drive a car can be both exciting and scary. This #ASDNext guide helps you know if you have the necessary skills required to be a good driver. Ask yourself the questions in each section of this resource to see if you may be ready to start learning how to drive.
Read moreAmerican Education Service: Education Planner
Planning for the future can seem overwhelming, this education planner can help individuals with autism and their families prepare.
Read moreAn Employer’s Guide to Hiring and Retaining Employees with Autism
This resource from Autism Speaks provides information for prospective employers on how to support and hire individuals with autism.
Read moreAppearing in Court for Individuals with Autism
This handout was developed by ASERT for justice system professionals who assist individuals with autism in court appearances.
Read moreAppearing in Court Social Story, Parts 1-3
These social stories were created to describe the various aspects of appearing in court to individuals with autism.
Read moreApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Resource Collection
This collection of resources provides information on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) including: an introduction to ABA, how you can tell if your child is receiving ABA services, what to consider when choosing a provider, information on insurance coverage for ABA services and more.
Read more