Recursos en Español
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Site: PAAutism
Navigating Health Services
This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information for direct support staff on how to help the individuals they support to navigate different health services and systems.
Read moreOccupational Therapy Information Sheet for Individuals with Autism
This information sheet answers questions about Occupational Therapy such as: what it is, what it does, how it can help individuals with autism, and how to find an occupational therapist.
Read morePA Autism Insurance Act (Act 62)
This is a collection of resources from various sources on the topic of the PA Autism Insurance Act. Topics range from general informational resources for families to filing health insurance appeals and more.
Read morePA Health Law Project
PHLP is a nationally recognized expert and consultant on access to health care for low-income consumers, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Read morePCHC Gastrointestinal System Training for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities (I/DD)
PCHC Gastrointestinal System Training for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities (I/DD)
Read morePelvic Exam – Social Story
This social story provides a visual resource for individuals with autism to help prepare for and feel more comfortable about getting a pelvic exam.
Read morePhysical Health Resource Collection
This is a bundle of resources from a variety of sources that provide information on general physical health information as well as specific conditions individuals with autism may have.
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Physician Education in Developmental Disabilities (PEDD) Webinar Series
The American Academy of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry (AADMD) offers a free, 12 credit-hour webinar series based on the first internationally-vetted curriculum in Developmental Medicine created in the United States. This series is designed to enhance the practice skill of primary care physicians and residents who would like to provide better care to their adult patients with developmental disabilities. Each webinar is accredited by the American Academy of Family Physicians for 1.0 hours of prescribed credit (recognized by the AMA as equivalent to Category 1 credit). A total of up to 12.0 credit hours are available, at no cost, for those who participate in all of the webinars. The live events have already occurred, however, the recordings of these webinars are available for CME credit at the link below.
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.
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