Recursos en Español
Para encontrar recursos de ASERT que han sido traducidos al español, haga clic aquí.
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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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Romantic Scams Social Story
This resource developed by ASERT warns of romance scammers and gives safety tips.
Read moreSafety Plan for Individuals with Autism
This resource helps individuals with autism develop a safety plan with information to help them stay safe and feel calm in the event of an emergency.
Read moreSafety Products
A sampling of the large range products and services our community often inquires about relating to safety, from seat belt harnesses, to wearable identification items, and smart technology.
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Scheduling an Independent Monitoring for Quality (IM4Q) Interview Social Story
This ASERT-developed social story is about scheduling an IM4Q interview and what kinds of things to expect. This resource has been translated into Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, and Burmese.
Read moreSesame Street and Autism
Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children is a program developed by Sesame Street with input from parents, people with autism, and people who serve the autism community that offers families ways to overcome common challenges.
Read moreSexual Abuse and Assault: Definitions and Statistics
This resource provides information for self-advocates, parents/caregivers, direct support staff, professionals and the general public on what is sexual abuse and assault, statistics on sexual abuse and assault, ways to reduce risk, and the importance of educating about sexual abuse and assault.
Read moreShelter in Place Social Story
This Social Story Resource provides information about what to expect if you need to shelter in place during a natural disaster.
Read moreSocial Distancing Social Story
This resource provides a visual guide for individuals with autism about social distancing and why it's important when people are sick. This resource has also been translated into Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and Chinese. An animated version is also available.
Read moreSocial Skills Resources for Individuals with Autism
Challenges with social skills and social situations are a core characteristic of autism. These resources provide useful information, tips, and suggestions on ways to help teach and improve social skills. Resources focus on basic conversation skills, employment settings, and even dating.
Read moreSpecial Needs Units
Each individual’s coordination needs and challenges are unique and they deserve the individualized attention necessary in order for those needs to be met. This is the role of our Special Needs Units. This resource provides information on the various managed care organizations and how members can successfully navigate them to receive timely and effective services.
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