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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Preparing Transition Age Youth with Autism for Employment
A presentation developed by Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN) that discusses resources that are available, strives to strengthen understanding about Pre-Employment Transition Services, and prepares individuals for employment.
Read morePreparing Your Child for a Visit to the Doctor
Visiting the doctor may be overwhelming for many children. It is helpful to plan ahead and prepare your child as much as possible. This resource outlines some tips and tools that might be helpful for families and caregivers in preparing to see a doctor.
Read morePrintable Tools and Templates
Access a growing collection of free, customizable templates to support individuals, families, and professionals. Download printable tools to assist with routines, learning, communication, organization, and more. Ready for use at home, school, or in the community.
Read moreProject Reassure: For Families and Caregivers
This Collection of resources provides information about Trauma, Resilience, Managing a Mental Health Crisis and the Survival Circuit.
Read moreProject Reassure: For-Self-Advocates-Choosing Resilience Skills
This is a resource collection created for the Project Reassure initiative. It contains material about implementing resilience skills and building resilience.
Read moreProject Reassure: For-Self-Advocates-Resilience Skills
This is a resource collection created for the Project Reassure initiative. It contains material about what resilience skills are and how to implement them..
Read moreProject Reassure: For-Self-Advocates-Resource Collection
This resource collection provides information on understanding trauma, developing resilience and building resilience skills.
Read moreProject Reassure: For-Self-Advocates-Understanding Resilience
This is a resource collection created for the Project Reassure initiative. It contains material about what resilience is and why it is important for maintaining good mental health.
Read moreProject Reassure: For-Self-advocates-Understanding Trauma
This is a resource collection created for the Project Reassure initiative. It contains material about understanding what trauma is and how it can affect your mental health.
Read morePublic Comment Period
This short video provides an explanation of what public comment periods are, and how to get involved.
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