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How to Support Autistic Guests Visiting National Parks
Our National Parks are as diverse and unique as the people who come to visit them. Regardless of which National Park guests are visiting, the goal is to have all guests enjoy the beauty and wonder of the park in a safe, inclusive environment. This resource was created with support and reviewed by individuals on the spectrum.
Read moreHow to Use the ASERT Website
This collection of resources include social stories and short videos on how to get the most out of the ASERT website and eLearning platform.
Read moreICAN PLAY Leisure Manual
Going through this manual, the reader is given an opportunity to consider their personal leisure interests and take the first step towards having an active leisure lifestyle, ultimately leading to an overall improved quality of life.
Read moreIdentifying Autism in the Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Community
There are higher rates of autism among deaf or hard of hearing (D/HH) people than hearing people. In addition, about half of autistic people having hearing differences. However, it can be hard to diagnose autism in the D/HH population.
Read moreIf Your Child Has Seizures
This guide, prepared by Johns Hopkins Medicine and Kennedy Krieger Institute, is for the parents, families, and caregivers of newly diagnosed children with epilepsy or a seizure disorder.
Read moreImpact of Autism on Siblings
Having a sibling with autism can both positively and negatively impact a person's development, interactions with their autistic sibling, interactions with others, experiences with coping and their overall health. This resource will look at each of these impacts
Read moreInclude Me Resources
Include Me is a new model for the inclusive education and gaining meaningful employment for Pennsylvania’s students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Read moreIndividualized Education Plan (IEP) Information for Parents and Caregivers
This resource is a collection of information from multiple sources including PaTTAN and the Department of Education, on what to know about Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and what parents and caregivers need to know to be prepared for their child's IEP meetings.
Read moreIndividualizing Support for Individuals with Autism
This resource, developed by ASERT for direct support professionals, provides information on how to create a person-centered approach that is focused on individual strengths and abilities when working with individuals who have autism.
Read moreInteracting with Patients who have ASD
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) describes a neurological disorder that affects social interactions, communication, and other behaviors. Patients with autism may require accommodations during appointments. They may also react differently to treatment than patients without an autism diagnosis. The following tips will help you effectively serve patients with ASD.
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