Recursos en Español
Para encontrar recursos de ASERT que han sido traducidos al español, haga clic aquí.
To find ASERT resources that have been translated into Spanish, click here.
Individuals with Autism
Among ASERT’s thousands of resources are those specifically designed for individuals with autism. Here you will find a virtual network of support to make navigating life on the spectrum as seamless as possible.
We’ve highlighted some of our top resources below, or feel free to browse through all of the resources for individuals with autism!
Medicaid Waivers for Individuals with Autism
This page is about Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waivers in Pennsylvania. HCBS Waivers are a type of Medicaid program that provides long-term services and supports to groups of people who need support to live in their communities.
View ResourceSocial Story Resource Collection
Social stories can be a helpful tool for individuals to prepare for and understand different situations, such as going to the library, following the rules of the justice system, or determining when to call 911. This bundle is a collection of social stories developed by ASERT and other professionals.
View ResourceEmployment Resource Collection
This is a collection of resources focused on employment, aimed at helping individuals with autism find, and keep jobs.
View ResourceSearch within Individuals with Autism resources
Library of Accessible Media (LAMP) for Pennsylvanians
LAMP circulates over 1.5 million titles in accessible formats like digital, digital download, Braille, print/Braille, large-print and Audio described DVDs to Pennsylvanians
Read moreLifesharing
Lifesharing, or Family Living, is a housing option for individuals with intellectual disabilities in which up to two individuals with intellectual disabilities live with unrelated qualified caregivers with Office of Developmental Programs funding.
Read moreListening Skills
This resource provides information for individuals with autism on strategies to improve their listening skills.
Read moreMaintaining an Autism Support/Self-Advocacy Group
This resource was developed by ASERT to help those running a support or self-advocacy group in maintaining the group.
Read moreManaging Anger for Self-Advocates
This resource developed by ASERT provides information about anger and ways to help people understand and manage these strong feelings.
Read moreManaging Anger Social Story
This resource developed by ASERT helps individuals learn how to deal with anger and calm down.
Read moreManaging Depression
This information sheet, developed by ASERT, provides some tips and suggestions for self-advocates to learn how to help manage symptoms of depression.
Read moreManaging Your Money
This step-by-step plan will help you get a handle on your finances and reclaim your financial independence.
Read moreMAWD or Marketplace?
Choosing health insurance coverage that best meets one’s needs is important, especially for persons with significant health issues or disabilities. Pennsylvanians with serious health issues and persons with disabilities have several choices regarding health insurance. This publication will focus on two of those options: Medicaid and the Marketplace. Not every Pennsylvanian has a choice between Medicaid and the Marketplace. It only works for persons eligible for one category of Medicaid: Medical Assistance for Workers with Disabilities (MAWD). Today, people with serious health issues and persons with disabilities who are working or may be able to work, can choose between Marketplace health insurance and MAWD.
Read moreMedicaid Waivers for Individuals with Autism
This page is about Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waivers in Pennsylvania. HCBS Waivers are a type of Medicaid program that provides long-term services and supports to groups of people who need support to live in their communities.
Read more