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Category: Social and Recreational
Spotlight On: Social Skills for Individuals with Autism
These resources, developed by ASERT, are based on information and lessons learned from the ASERT Adolescent and Adult Multimedia Social Skills Groups.
Read moreStarting a Parent Support Group
Parents of a child on the autism spectrum often attend a support group where other parents understand they issues they face. These groups may take the form of providing relevant information, relating personal experiences, listening to others' experiences, providing sympathetic understanding, and establishing social networks.
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Starting an Autism Support/Self-Advocacy Group
Support/advocacy groups are a great way to learn from others’ experiences, discover local resources, and stay informed about things that are happening in your community. There are lots of different kinds of support/advocacy groups that meet different needs. If you are interested in starting a support or self-advocacy group, the information below will give you some guidance.
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Starting an Autism Support/Self-Advocacy Group
This resource was developed by ASERT to help individuals start their own support and/or self-advocacy group.
Read moreSteps to Joining a Group
This resource developed by ASERT helps individuals with finding a group to talk with and joining them.
Read moreTeaching Children with Autism To Attend Religious Services (ASAT)
Hopefully, these guidelines will help you achieve a positive experience in promoting success for teaching an individual with autism to attend a religious service.
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The Miracle League of the Lehigh Valley
The Miracle League is a baseball league in Lehigh Valley created particularly for children with disabilities.
Read moreThe Social Side of Sex
The purpose of this presentation is to educate those interested in sexuality issues for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities about the link between the development of social relationships and the impact those relationships can have on their sexual lives.
Read moreTheatre Horizon Autism Drama Program
Using a variety of dramatic techniques, Theatre Horizon’s Autism Drama Program inspires imagination, communication, and interest in personal relationships for individuals on the autism spectrum. Our classes help students develop social skills, verbal expression, empathy for others, and a sense of self worth and accomplishment.
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Tips to Increase Social Engagement
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides tips and suggestions for families and caregivers on how to potentially increase social engagement in an individual with autism.
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