Recursos en Español
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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.
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Tips for Transition to High School
Beginning high school is a stressful time for any student, but it can be especially challenging for a student with autism and his/her parents or caregivers. Planning the transition process should begin several months before the student enters high school. Here are some tips that may help you manage the transition process.
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Tips for Transition to Middle School
Beginning middle school is a stressful time for any student, but it can be especially challenging for a student with autism and his/her parents or caregivers. Planning the transition process should begin several months before the student enters middle school. Here are some tips that may help you manage the transition process.
Read moreTips to Increase Social Engagement
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides tips and suggestions for families and caregivers on how to potentially increase social engagement in an individual with autism.
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Tracking: Social Story
This resource visually explains Tracking, a technique used to pay closer attention to thoughts and feelings.
Read moreTraffic Stop – What to Expect Social Story
These social stories were created by ASERT to describe the various aspects of a traffic stop and what to expect for individuals with autism.
Read moreTransition Assessment and Goal Generator (TAGG)
Numerous studies demonstrated that the TAGG produces valid and reliable results. A grant from the U.S. Dept. of Education's National Center for Special Education Research supported TAGG development. It was created by the Zarrow Center for Learning Enrichment at the University of Oklahoma.
Read moreTransition Toolkit
A collection of transition toolkits across the life span, organized by time periods from infant through adulthood. This resource page was designed to allow you to find these toolkits in one place to help make the journey a little easier.
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Transitioning Your Teen to Adulthood
While parents of teens with autism face many uncertainties as their teen grows and matures, one of their biggest concerns is how the teen will transition into adulthood. Good planning that starts early and is individualized can make a big difference. There are five keys to a successful transition.
Read moreTrauma and Sleep Problems: Social Story
This resource visually explains how trauma can affect sleep.
Read moreTrauma-Informed and Resilience-Informed
This resources provides information about what it means to be "Trauma-Informed" and how that can influence how to interact with individuals in a caring compassionate way.
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