Recursos en Español
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Family Members
Whether it’s a sibling, grandparent, cousin, aunt, uncle or parent, it can be difficult to know how to properly support your family member on the spectrum. ASERT’s broad database of autism resources includes a variety of information helpful for family members.
Check out some of our top resources highlighted below, or search through the hundreds of resources available for family members!
Understanding Non-Binary
This resource includes information on non-binary individuals, pronouns, sex and gender, and ways to be supportive of all individuals.
View ResourceThe Spectrum of Communication
Communication permits us to advocate for our needs, develop relationships, and participate in our community. When supporting someone with Autism, the most important thing to keep in mind at all times is that speech does not equal communication.
View ResourcePA Family Network
The PA Family Network was created to support families and the major elements of the Community of Practice goals.
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Medical Assistance
Medical Assistance has the greatest coverage of medical and mental health services for persons under 18. It is the ONLY insurance that always covers Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS). Medical Assistance can be a child’s only insurance or it can be used with another insurance plan.
Read moreMedical Assistance (MA) Application
Medical Assistance, also known as Medicaid, and sometimes referred to as MA, pays for health care services for eligible individuals. There are a couple of different ways to apply for Medical Assistance, please choose the option that suits you. If you do not know if you are eligible, you may still apply.
Read moreMental Health Awareness Month Video Series
This is a collection of videos and resources about different ways to stay mentally well.
Read moreMental Health Resource Collection
This is a collection of resources from various sources on the topic of mental health for individuals with autism. Topics range from general mental health resources to anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, services and assessment, psychopharmacology, and crisis intervention.
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Mindful about Meltdowns: A COVID-19 Resource for Parents
This resource developed by ASERT provides information for parents on how to manage meltdowns that may occur as a result of changes to schedules and lives due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreMoving to Pennsylvania: Now What?
This resource provides information about services and supports available in Pennsylvania for individuals with autism, and how to get connected to those services and supports.
Read moreMy ODP Training & Resource Center
Supporting Pennsylvanians with developmental disabilities and their families to achieve greater independence, choice, and opportunity in their lives.
Read moreNavigating Travel and Public Events
This page features a collection of social stories developed by the ASERT team to support autistic individuals navigating travel experiences and public events. These resources are designed to help people understand what to expect when staying at a hotel, attending a live performance, or participating in other large events, as well as how to navigate potential sensory sensitivities that may arise.
Read moreNeurodiversity: Voices and Views in 2022
This resource is a collection of recordings from panel discussions held throughout Autism Acceptance Month in 2022. Panel discussions by self-advocates, family members, and educators discuss a range of topics related to neurodiversity.
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Occupational Therapy Information Sheet for Individuals with Autism
This information sheet answers questions about Occupational Therapy such as: what it is, what it does, how it can help individuals with autism, and how to find an occupational therapist.
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