Recursos en Español
Para encontrar recursos de ASERT que han sido traducidos al español, haga clic aquí.
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Community Members
In 2018, the CDC determined that approximately 1 in 59 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As part of the broad Pennsylvania community, individuals with autism live and work among us, making these resources for the community a valuable and necessary asset.
Emergency Preparedness Shelter Toolkits
These trauma-informed sensory positive toolkits were developed in partnership with the PA Department of Human Services for the purpose of informing self-advocates, shelter staff/volunteers, families, caregivers, and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) on how to best support persons with sensory needs, including individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism in a disaster shelter setting. These toolkits are available to download, print, and share.
View ResourceCharacteristics of Autism
This resource, designed for direct support staff, provides a basic introduction to the different characteristics of autism.
View ResourceAutism Society of America
The Autism Society of America (ASA) provides advocacy, education, information, referral, support and community at national, state and local levels through their nationwide network of Affiliates. Their website includes information on autism for individuals, parents, professionals and community members.
View ResourceAutism Speaks
Autism Speaks funds global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; raises public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society; and brings hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder.
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Emergency Preparedness Shelter Toolkits
These trauma-informed sensory positive toolkits were developed in partnership with the PA Department of Human Services for the purpose of informing self-advocates, shelter staff/volunteers, families, caregivers, and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) on how to best support persons with sensory needs, including individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism in a disaster shelter setting. These toolkits are available to download, print, and share.
Read moreEmployment Information for Employers
Below is information on employment that we hope potential employers will find useful when interacting with their employees!
Read moreEvidence-Based Practices
This resource provides information about evidence-based practices, what it means, how they're determined and a list of established treatments from the National Standards Project.
Read moreEvolve Coaching
Evolve Coaching works one-on-one with neurodiverse individuals, in person or online, to help them meet their personal and professional goals in college, the workplace, and daily life. They also provide services to local businesses and organizations to help them promote inclusion in the workplace and community.
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Fire Safety Outreach Materials for People with Disabilities
The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) reviews and collects resources that can be used in public outreach activities to help keep people with disabilities safe from home fires. Please click on the link below to access this helpful resource.
Read moreFire Safety Tips
Fire safety is important for everyone, but particularly important for individuals with disabilities and those with limited communication skills. Here are some tips and resources to support people with disabilities.
Read moreGetting a Vaccine
This social story explains what a vaccine does and what happens when you get one.
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.
Read moreGuest Speaker Topics for Autism Support Groups (Ages 17+)
This resource developed by ASERT gives examples of topics for guest speakers to talk about at autism support groups with members that are 17 and older.
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