Resources

Social 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.

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Social Story Resource Collection

Social stories can be a helpful tool for individuals to prepare for and understand different situations, such as going to the library, following the rules of the justice system, or determining when to call 911. This bundle is a collection of social stories developed by ASERT and other professionals.

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Spotlight On: Social Skills for Individuals with Autism

These resources, developed by ASERT, are based on information and lessons learned from the ASERT Adolescent and Adult Multimedia Social Skills Groups.

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Stand Up Against Stressors

This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information and tips for dealing with stress.

Starting an Autism Support/Self-Advocacy Group

Support/advocacy groups are a great way to learn from others’ experiences, discover local resources, and stay informed about things that are happening in your community. There are lots of different kinds of support/advocacy groups that meet different needs. If you are interested in starting a support or self-advocacy group, the information below will give you some guidance.

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Staying Mentally Healthy

This resource provides tips for individuals with autism on how to maintain their mental health and wellbeing.

Staying Physically Healthy

This resource provides tips for individuals with autism on how to maintain their physical health and wellbeing.

Steps to Joining a Group

This resource developed by ASERT helps individuals with finding a group to talk with and joining them.

Students with Autism: Online Resources & Support

This website, part of the Student Training & Education in Public Service (STEPS) website, provides information and resources on education. This guide was developed by an individual with autism.

Summer Camp Resource Collection

Finding a summer camp can be difficult. Check out the following online camp finders to help you in finding the best fit for your family. Utilize the filter option on each site to help narrow down what you are looking for. The camps listed on these sites are not promoted by ASERT. Make sure to reach out directly to the camp organization if you have questions.

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Support Group Map

This resource provides a listing of known support groups across the state. Groups are organized by county, and cover groups for parents/caregivers, individuals, and family members.

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Support 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.

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Supporting Individuals in Using AI Chatbots: For Caregivers

This resource is for anyone supporting an individual with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who wants to interact with an AI chatbot

Taking My Medicine Social Story

This resource provides information about the importance of taking your medications and some things to think about when you take it.

Temple University Resources: Employment

A wide range of materials reviewing the continuing problem of widespread unemployment for individuals with psychiatric disabilities. This includes tool-kits and training guides for consumers who want to return to work, and current research on supported employment and other program approaches.