Resources

Armstrong 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 Armstrong County.

ASDNext Educational Differences Between High School and College

This information sheet highlights some of the differences students experience between high school and college.

Asian Family Health Workgroup: Parent tips on autism

This resource, developed by the Asian Family Health Workgroup, provides parent tips about autism. The resource is available in both English and Chinese.

ASSIST: Autism Sensory Strategies, Information, and Toolkit

This guide explains sensory features and how to support individuals on the autism spectrum who have a negative experience related to sensory features.

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Assistance with Electric and Utility Bills

Paying bills and managing a budget can be difficult, especially on a fixed income. This information sheet provides information about programs available in Pennsylvania to assist individuals with electric and other utility bills.

Assistance with Medical Bills

With the rising cost of medical services it can be difficult to afford appropriate and necessary care. This resource provides information on organizations that may be able to help with the costs of healthcare.

Assistive Technology in the Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Appropriate assistive technology (AT) devices and services can allow students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from the general education curriculum and to meet Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. The purpose of this brochure is to provide guidance to the special educators, related service providers, and parents as they develop Individual Education Programs (IEP) for students using assistive technology.

Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT)

The ASAT website is a leader in providing research summaries for autism treatments so that families and professionals can make informed choices before considering treatment options.

At the Library Social Story, Parts 1-2

These social stories were created to describe the various aspects of the library to individuals with autism.

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Attending a Birthday Party

This resource, developed by ASERT, provides helpful tips and suggestions for helping individuals with autism have an enjoyable time at birthday parties.

Attending a Conference or Workshop

Attending a conference is a great way to learn more about a specific topic, and meet other people who also have an interest in that topic. Here are some things you should know before you go:

Attending a Movie

This resource provides information on what to expect when you go to a movie theater to watch a movie.

Attending a Religious Event

This resource provides information on what its like to attend a religious event at a Church, Mosque or Temple.

Attending Recreational Conventions

This resource provides information about recreational conventions, what happens at them, and how to prepare yourself to attend.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

This collection of resources provides information about what Augmentative and Alternative Communications are, how to model them, ways to foster them.