ASERT Does Not Offer Crisis Services
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Author: Andrea Layton
Drexel University Life Course Outcomes
The Life Course Outcomes Research Program is part of the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, and focuses on information about life course outcomes for individuals with autism. The program looks to determine if practices to support individuals with autism already underway are making an impact, while also examining innovative new practices.
Read moreDriving and Asperger’s: Balancing Independence and Safety
This video from Asperger/Autism Network reviews current knowledge on driving with Aspergers.
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Dual Diagnosis Training
The Dual Diagnosis Curriculum contains 20 core training modules which provide the basic information that anyone would need to support an individual who has a dual diagnosis.
Read moreElwyn’s Philadelphia Resource List for Autism and Special Needs
This guide for parents and professionals in the Philadelphia area lists resources and information in the local area.
Read moreEmergency Responder Notification Forms
Many counties throughout Pennsylvania have created a form to notify emergency responders that individuals on the autism spectrum, or with other diagnoses or needs, live at a particular address. It is important for emergency responders to be made aware of who lives in the home, any sensitivities than the autistic individual may have, and the types of behavior the responders may witness so they are better prepared to safely handle a potential emergency situation.
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Employment Resource Collection
This is a collection of resources focused on employment, aimed at helping individuals with autism find, and keep jobs.
Read moreEncouraging Independence
This resource provides information for direct support staff on how they can encourage the individuals with autism they support to be more independent in their lives.
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Exploring the Options of a Two- or Four-Year College
This fact sheet provides information for students with disabilities who would like to attend college.
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Future Planning
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information on direct support staff on how they can support individuals with autism to plan for their futures.
Read moreGetting Tested for COVID-19 Social Story
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides a visual guide for what to expect if someone needs to be tested for COVID-19. An animated version is also available.
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