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.
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.
This social story, developed by ASERT, talks about ways to stay calm when plans change.
Read moreThis resource is a locator for each county's government resources including County Assistance Offices, Offices of Vocational Rehabilitation, Intermediate Units, Crisis Intervention, and County MH/ID/EI.
Read moreThis social story, developed by ASERT, describes how and when to tell someone when you are sick. An animated social story is also included.
Read moreThe work of a direct support professional is very important. However, the professional must keep in mind the importance of balancing things, such as how much assistance you offer versus how much you can foster independence, when working with someone with autism.
Read moreIndividuals with autism, like other individuals with disabilities, may be considered a “vulnerable” population. Identifying when someone you support is engaging in behavior that puts him or her at risk is critical to your support role.
Read moreThis social story was created by ASERT to explain the process of a custody hearing to individuals with autism.
Read moreThese social stories were created by ASERT to describe the various aspects and rules of juvenile probation.
Read moreState Employment Leadership Network website provides updates on the Pennsylvania’s Office of Developmental Programs 2017 Online webinars.
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