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This collection of resources offers guidance on the social skills young adults with autism need to have in order to connect with friends, family, coworkers and partners.
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Online Scams Social Story
This resource developed by ASERT explains the problems you might come across while online shopping and how to stay safe.
Read morePA Gathering: Advice to My Younger Self
This resource contains information from the third PA Gathering held on January 20, 2022. This contains resources that complement the discussion topic as well as a recording from the event.
Read morePA Gathering: How Do Adults on the Spectrum Live and Take Care of Themselves During the 21st Century?
This resource contains information from the fourth PA Gathering held on July 21, 2022. This contains resources that complement the discussion topic as well as a recording from the event.
Read moreParent Education Network (PEN)
Offering learning strategies to parents and technical assistance to schools and families to increase meaningful family engagement linked to learning, to ultimately increase student success.
Read moreParent to Parent
Parent to parent believes that matching families with similar experiences and needs makes a positive difference in people’s lives.
Read moreParent to Parent Connections, Inc. of Northumberland County
Parent to Parent Connections is a local nonprofit resource and support network created by parents for parents and individuals needing help getting connected with the information and support they need.
Read moreParenting Special Needs Magazine
Parenting Special Needs Magazine seeks to provide parents of children with special needs of all ages and stages of life, both information and inspiration.
Read morePennsylvania Youth Leadership Network (PYLN)
The Pennsylvania Youth Leadership Network (PYLN) is one of the longest standing youth-led, youth-driven groups in Pennsylvania.
Read morePittsburgh Ballet Theatre Adaptive Dance
Adaptive dance classes are designed for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders or other sensory sensitivities.
Read morePlanning a Birthday Party for a Child with Autism
When planning a birthday party for a child with autism, there are different ways you can help to make your child’s special day a great experience. Here are a few suggestions to consider as you plan the celebration.
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Planning a Social Event
There are a lot of things to think about when putting together or hosting a social event. The following steps will help you to make sure you are prepared before and during your event.
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Romance 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 moreSelf Advocates United as 1 (SAU1)
Supporting the self advocacy of people with disabilities for positive impact in our communities and in people’s lives.
Read moreSensory Story Time at the Library Social Story
These social stories were created to describe the various aspects of the library and sensory story time to individuals with autism.
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