Recursos en Español
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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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How to Be a Good Parent Advocate
All parents naturally want to be good advocates for their children. There are a few steps you can take to help you be more effective.
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How to Choose a College
This resource, developed by ASERT for ASDNext, provides tips for autistic individuals who may be considering attending college. The resource offers questions to consider when making the decision, and why it's important to consider these questions when choosing a college.
Read moreHow to Create a Coping Zone
This resource developed by ASERT provides tips and tools for parents on how to manage family stress as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreHow To Discuss Puberty with Your Child Who Has Special Needs
Many families are concerned that their child may receive some incorrect information from their peers if they do not teach them important facts first.
Read moreHow to Register to Vote
This resource provides a a step-by step guide for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities on how to register to vote.
Read moreIEP Tip Sheets
This resource includes Individual Education Plan tip sheets for families for several languages.
Read moreIn the Emergency Room – Social Story
This resource offers information about what to expect when staying in an emergency room. Things that you can ask for and things that are expected of you.
Read moreInclude Me Resources
Include Me is a new model for the inclusive education and gaining meaningful employment for Pennsylvania’s students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Read moreIndependent Monitoring for Quality (IM4Q) Social Stories
This is a collection of social stories developed by ASERT to explain the Independent Monitoring for Quality (IM4Q) purpose and process. The social stories have been translated into Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, and Burmese.
Read moreIndividual Visual Schedules
This video serves an introduction to establish individual visual schedules in the classroom.
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