Resources

Dauphin County Autism Census

The PA Autism Census Update, conducted by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, & Training Collaborative (ASERT), provides a count of the number of individuals with autism who are receiving service in Pennsylvania. This report provides information specific to Dauphin County.

Dealing With Difficult Customers At Work

This page describes why learning how to deal with difficult customers is important and how you can deal with the stress that comes along with it.

Decision Making for the COVID-19 Vaccine

This resource, developed by ASERT in collaboration with Dr. Venkat from Allegheny Health Network and Dr. Migyanka from Indiana University of Pennsylvania provides answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine to help individuals make informed decisions.

Defining Trauma

Around the world, about 7 out of every 10 people go through a traumatic experience during their life. Going through trauma in the past increases your chances of having more trauma in the future.

Delaware County Autism Census

The PA Autism Census Update, conducted by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, & Training Collaborative (ASERT), provides a count of the number of individuals with autism who are receiving service in Pennsylvania. This report provides information specific to Delaware County.

Dental Health Resource Collection

These resources were developed for parents and caregivers to help children with autism prepare for dental visits. Content covers learning to tolerate tooth brushing, establishing dental hygiene routines, and getting ready for dental visits. There are also social stories for getting teeth cleaned, getting x-rays, and getting a cavity filled.

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Dental Hygiene Social Stories

This resource contains two social stories describing how to keep your mouth clean and how to brush your teeth.

Dental Surgery and Sedation Social Stories

This resources provides information about what to expect if you are getting dental surgery and how sedation works.

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Department of Education: Basic Education Circulars (BEC)

Basic Education Circular's (BEC) provide the Department of Education's guidance on the implementation of law, regulation, and policy.

Department of Human Services (DHS)

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’s seven program offices administer services that provide care and support to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable individuals and families.

Department of Labor

The FMLA entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take unpaid, job-protected leave for their own health or to care for a family member, including to care for the employee’s spouse, child, or parent who has a serious health condition.

Detention Center Social Story, Parts 1 & 2

These social stories were created to describe the various aspects of being in a detention center to individuals with autism.

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Developing a Budget

This resource provides information for individuals with autism on the importance of developing a budget and steps to create one for themselves.

Developing an IEP Transition Plan

For students with disabilities, the transition services available through an Individualized Education Program (IEP) can be an essential source of support on the path to adulthood.

DHCD Housing Resource Guide

The Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) publishes the DHCD Housing Resource Guide that includes information on home ownership, rental assistance, emergency shelter, home repair, utility assistance, and other programs.