Coronavirus (COVID-19) Health and Safety Guide
ASERT has compiled resources for those with autism and those who care for people with autism relating to the current COVID-19 outbreak.
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!
The 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.
View ResourcePennsylvania Family Support Alliance (PFSA)
Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance provides education, support, and training programs to make Pennsylvania safe for children.
View ResourceSearch within Family Members resources
Video: All About Your Child
This presentation for families and caregivers provides suggestions on preparing for emergency care for their child.
Read moreVideo: Anxiety-What you need to know
This video provides information about anxiety, risk factors, signs of anxiety in individuals with ID/A, and ways to manage anxiety.
Read moreVideo: Caring for Someone with COVID-19
This presentation provides information for families and caregivers on how to care for someone with COVID-19 at home.
Read moreVideo: Coping with Coronavirus
This presentation provides information about managing stressful situations, like COVID-19.
Read moreVideo: Emotional Pain During a Pandemic
This video is geared toward families and explains emotional pain and how to manage it during a pandemic.
Read moreVideo: Finding Gratitude
This video provides information about gratitude, and ways to practice it to improve your well being.
Read moreVideo: Hand Washing Tips and Tools
These videos provide tips and tools for when and how to properly wash hands.
Read moreVideo: Holidays in 2020
This video reviews some of the changes that you and your family may experience in 2020 as a result of COVID-19.
Read moreVideo: Home from the Hospital
These videos provide information for families and caregivers on how to care for someone when they come home after having COVID-19.
Read moreVideo: Parent Perspective on Telehealth
This video provides information from a parent of two young children about their experiences receiving therapy services through telehealth.
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