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Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM)
This website provides information about the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) program that provides additional services and supports to students with autism who attend Mercyhurst University.
Read moreAutism Now: Employment Resources
This website focuses on job-related subjects such as employment research and reports, supported employment, transition planning for job opportunities, vocational rehabilitation, and more.
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Autism Prevalence
Recent press and media reporting has focused on the increasing autism prevalence in the United States. This resource provides information on the rising prevalence rates for autism, and an explanation of factors that impact prevalence rates.
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Autism Safety Tips in a Healthcare Setting
As the number of Pennsylvanians diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to grow, healthcare facilities are seeing an increase in the number of these individuals seeking care. Negative interactions with the healthcare system and concerns about the quality of care provided to this population have been reported by individuals with ASD, their families and healthcare providers. The Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority received 138 event reports involving patients with ASD from July 2004 through August 2014. Thirteen of the events were Serious Events and caused harm to the patient. Analysis of event report narratives revealed 12 patient safety concern themes involving patients with ASD. Know what you can do as an ASD patient or family member to improve care while using the healthcare system.
Read moreAutism Speaks Transition Tool Kit
The Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit will help guide you on the journey from adolescence to adulthood.
Read moreAutism Speaks: Parent’s Guide to Employment for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Speaks has created a guide for parents to help them understand how they can support their adult child with autism through the employment process.
Read moreAutism Support Groups Resource Collection
This resource provides information about how to start an autism/self-advocate support groups and suggestions on how to maintain them.
Read moreAutism Unmasked
A conversational podcast exploring autism through a range of neurodivergent and neurotypical perspectives. Guests include self-advocates, professionals, and allies who share stories, unpack complex topics, and answer real questions.
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BASIS Program at Edinboro University
Let Edinboro University's autism support program be the basis of your success.
Read moreBe Safe: General Prevention Resources
These resources, part of the Be Safe resource collection focused on preventing sexual abuse and assault and supporting individuals who may have experienced sexual abuse or assault, contains general information about how to prevent sexual abuse or assault. Topics include identifying and reporting abuse in children, signs of abuse, risk and protective factors, educating about abuse, why abuse isn't always reported and pathways to victimization.
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