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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PA Family Network
The PA Family Network was created to support families and the major elements of the Community of Practice goals.
Read morePA Gathering: Health, Wellness, and Well-Being
This resource contains information from the first PA Gathering including a recording of the presentations and discussions, copies of the presentations and additional resources to supplement the topic.
Read moreParent to Parent Connections, Inc. of Northumberland County
Parent to Parent Connections is a local nonprofit resource and support network created by parents for parents and individuals needing help getting connected with the information and support they need.
Read moreParole Hearing – Social Stories
These social stories discuss what to expect if you have to go through a parole hearing.
Read morePause for Positives
This resource is designed to remind all of us that there are reasons to feel positive each day.
Read morePediatric Neuropsychology
This brochure explain what a neuropsychological evaluation is, what to expect, what is assessed, and what the results will tell about the child tested. It also explains how this type of evaluation differs from a school psychological assessment.
Read morePeer Pressure Social Story
This resource provides a visual guide for individuals with autism on how to handle peer pressure.
Read morePhysical Health Resource Collection
This is a bundle of resources from a variety of sources that provide information on general physical health information as well as specific conditions individuals with autism may have.
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Pittsburgh Center for Autistic Advocacy
The Pittsburgh Center for Autistic Advocacy seeks to advance the equity of autistic people in all realms of life. PCAA believes in inclusive education, policy, and community for autistic people and all people with disabilities. We work to make autistic voices heard in conversations about autism and empower autistic leaders in our community using principals of the disability rights movement and intersectional feminism.
Read morePlanning a Birthday Party for a Child with Autism
When planning a birthday party for a child with autism, there are different ways you can help to make your child’s special day a great experience. Here are a few suggestions to consider as you plan the celebration.
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