Resources

Police Transport Social Story

This social story developed by ASERT shows what to expect when transported in a police car.

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Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports

PBIS seeks to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of schools and other agencies.

Potter 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 Potter County.

Premise History Form for Emergencies Social Story

This social story explains how filling out a premise history form can be helpful in emergency situations.

Prepare, Learn, Advise and Notify (PLAN)

This resource is designed to help individuals with autism, their family, and emergency responders prepare for and stay safe in an emergency situation.

Preparing for a Hospital Visit

A hospital can be an intimidating place for anyone, but the unfamiliar sights, smells, and sounds can be especially difficult to cope with for children with autism. In addition to the environment, a medical procedure or examination often involves poking and prodding by medical professionals or specialized equipment. Planning in advance can help hospital visits go more smoothly. The list below includes ideas for planning with your child.

Preparing for Surgery Social Story

This resource gives information about what to expect and what will happen when you go to the hospital for a surgery.

Preparing Your Child for a Visit to the Doctor

Visiting the doctor may be overwhelming for many children. It is helpful to plan ahead and prepare your child as much as possible. This resource outlines some tips and tools that might be helpful for families and caregivers in preparing to see a doctor.

Preparing Your Child for the College Application Process

As you prepare to brave the elements of AP exams, swirl in the whirlpool of ACT and/or SAT college admissions and subject tests, traverse the canyons of application deadline options, and stand knee deep in college application essays, you must also prepare to ensure a continuation of your child’s reasonable accommodations (“academic adjustments”) and auxiliary aids and services in college. While this process may appear daunting, the following tips can help make navigating it smoother.

Presentence Investigation

This resource provides an overview of presentence investigations and how professionals can support individuals during the process.

Prevalence of Trauma

Project Reassure Direct Support Professionals. One of the first major studies of trauma happened in the 1980’s. A lot of research has been done since that time. Thousands of people have been interviewed in the United States and all over the world.

Preventing Drowning

This resource is meant to provide information and prevention tips for keeping autistic individuals safe around water.

Printable Tools and Templates

Access a growing collection of free, customizable templates to support individuals, families, and professionals. Download printable tools to assist with routines, learning, communication, organization, and more. Ready for use at home, school, or in the community.

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Processing Emotions and Relaxation Techniques

This resource provides information on how to help individuals with autism and/or intellectual disabilities to recognize and process difficult emotions they may be experiencing.

Procrastination in College

Many people procrastinate when it comes to school. All of the work can be difficult to keep up with. The academic demands of college are often heavier than in high school, and procrastinating can lead to serious academic problems. Here are several tips and tricks to help you learn to reduce procrastinating and be successful in college.