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ASERT does not offer crisis services through our Resource Center. If you or someone you love is experiencing mental health distress or thoughts of suicide please call or text 988 for support.
Advocating for My Health During COVID-19
Telling my family or caregiver that I do not feel well is important.
Here are some things I can do to help me keep track of how I feel and what to say!
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- Use language or words that makes sense to me or ask a trusted family member, friend, or caretaker to help me explain.
- Draw a picture or use a picture to show what/where something hurts.
- Describe a time when I felt the same way.
- Explain my sensory differences and communication needs.
- Program the list of questions or words describing how I feel into my communication device ahead of time.
- Use a check list like the one below or make a list of questions I want to ask before talking to them.
For more information on how to advocate for myself: Feeling Comfortable and Understood by My Medical Community
Other downloads
| Name | Description | Type | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advocating for My Health During COVID-19 | This resource provides tips for telling family members and caregivers about you're health. | Download file: Advocating for My Health During COVID-19 |
This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.