Crisis Services
ASERT does not offer crisis services through our Resource Center. If you or someone you love is experiencing mental health distress or thoughts of suicide please call or text 988 for support.
Site: PAAutism
Adult 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 moreAdvocacy Information for Parents and Caregivers
Advocacy information for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism.
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).
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Am 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 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 Social Story, Parts 1-3
These social stories were created to describe the various aspects of appearing in court to individuals with autism.
Read moreApplying for a Job
This resource, developed by ASERT for ASDNext, provides tips and suggestions to prepare for the job application process.
Read moreAre You Ready?
This resource includes a webinar on strategies in preparing individuals who have a variety of needs for disasters and emergencies, including individuals who use assistive technology (AT). The resource also includes a brochure on "Emergency Preparedness for People Who Use Assistive Technology."
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