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Parents and Caregivers
Raising a loved one with autism presents some unique challenges for those entrusted with their care. ASERT is here to support, inform, and empower parents and caregivers of individuals on the spectrum.
Check out some of our top resources highlighted below, or search through the hundreds of resources available for parents and caregivers!
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Resource Collection
This collection of resources provides information on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) including: an introduction to ABA, how you can tell if your child is receiving ABA services, what to consider when choosing a provider, information on insurance coverage for ABA services and more.
View ResourceBe Safe Resource Collection
This is a collection of resources from various sources on the topic of safety for individuals with autism. This resource provides information on how to prevent harm and intervention techniques for when safety is compromised.
View ResourceMedicaid 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 ResourceEmergency Preparedness Shelter Toolkits
These trauma-informed sensory positive toolkits were developed in partnership with the PA Department of Human Services for the purpose of informing self-advocates, shelter staff/volunteers, families, caregivers, and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) on how to best support persons with sensory needs, including individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism in a disaster shelter setting. These toolkits are available to download, print, and share.
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Forensic Interviewing for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
This resource provides helpful tips and information for justice professionals on how to conduct a forensic interview for individuals on the autism spectrum.
Read moreFormative Assessment: Monitoring the Progress of Students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Progress monitoring is the ongoing process of collecting and analyzing data to determine student progress toward attainment of educational goals. This fact sheet, available on the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network's (PaTTAN's) website, outlines the seven steps of progress monitoring.
Read moreFostering Interpersonal Relationships
This resource provides information for caregivers and direct support professionals on how they can help individuals with autism to develop interpersonal relationships with others.
Read moreFunctional Behavioral Assessment
Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a student-centered team process used in instances when behavior negatively impacts a student’s learning or that of the student’s peers. Effective classroom management approaches based on FBA data and embedded within effective instructional design and delivery appropriately address the majority of behavioral issues occurring in classrooms. This brochure provides information about FBA.
Read moreFunding and Grants for Children with Disabilities
There are a number of organizations that may provide funding for children with disabilities. They cover a wide array of funding purposes such as therapy, equipment, accessibility, medications, recreational opportunities, and many other items and services. These organizations have certain grant/funding criteria so please be sure to check their websites (or phone them) for funding details.
Read moreGastroenterology and Autism Spectrum Disorder
From parent report, there is a preponderance of gastroenterological problems in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Read moreGender-Diverse & Transgender Children
This article from the American Academy of Pediatrics provides teens and parents information on sexual orientation and tips for talking about sexuality.
Read moreGet S.A.F.E and be S.O.U.N.D
This resource developed by ASERT for parents and caregivers provides tips and suggestions for managing stress during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreGetting a Cast Social Story
This resource provides information about what to expect when you get a cast and what happens when it is removed.
Read moreGetting a Haircut
This resource provides information about what its like to get a haircut at a salon.
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