Resources

The Difference Between IEPs and 504 Plans

This helpful chart can help you maneuver through the similarities and differences between Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans.

The Employment Process

There are several steps that you can take when you are looking for a career path. As you work toward a career, you will have to consider what kind of career you want and what skills you have or want to learn. When you find your career, you will have to learn how to do the tasks that you are given and to solve problems you might face in the workplace. Follow this document to learn more about the employment process!

The Healthy Bodies Toolkit

Puberty can be a tough time for both the adolescents as well as the parents. These publications provide information and resources to help address puberty specifically for children with disabilities.

The Impact of Autism on Siblings

This presentation by Michael J. Murray, MD, Director, Division of Autism Services, Penn State College of Medicine, describes how siblings may be affected by autism.

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The Importance of Completing a Premise History Form

This resource provides information on the importance of completing a Premise History Form and what should be included to keep you or a loved one in your family safe in the event of an emergency.

The Juvenile Justice Process

There are many differences between the Juvenile Justice System and the Adult Criminal Justice System. This document shows the Juvenile Justice Process in PA.

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The Law Social Story, Parts 1-4

These social stories were created to describe the various aspects of the law and justice system to individuals with autism.

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The Miracle League of the Lehigh Valley

The Miracle League is a baseball league in Lehigh Valley created particularly for children with disabilities.

The National Autism Center’s National Standards Report

This report provides comprehensive information about the level of scientific evidence that exists in support of the many educational and behavioral treatments currently available for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).

The PA Parent Guide to Special Education for School-Age Children

A parent knows their child better than anyone else and should be able to advocate for services they may need in school. This booklet provides information to parents about certain rules and regulations that are used in education that they may feel more comfortable participating in the educational decision-making process for their child.

The PaTTAN Short Term Loan (STL) Program

The Short Term Loan (STL) Program provides LEAs with devices to assess assistive technology needs for students with disabilities. The assistive technology kits they provides have many resources available so that they may serve students with varying assistive technology needs.

The PEAL Center

The PEAL Center helps families and individuals with disabilities and special health care needs using a variety of strategies. PEAL offers services in six areas: outreach, individual assistance, resources, trainings, leadership development, and partnerships.

The Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center

The Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center is a collaborative effort of the University of Pittsburgh, School of Social Work, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, and the Pennsylvania Children and Youth Administrators. It was established to train direct service workers, supervisors, administrators, and foster parents in providing social services to abused and neglected children and their families. The Resource Center is centrally managed and regionally administered by the University of Pittsburgh, School of Social Work. The Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center is made possible through grant funds from the Department of Human Services to the University of Pittsburgh.

The Pros & Cons of Disclosing a Disability to Employers and Coworkers

This resource provides information for individuals with autism about the pros and cons of disclosing a disability.

The Pros and Cons of Sharing an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis with Police

Sharing a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a personal choice. This resource is to help autistic individuals decide if they should share their diagnosis with law enforcement. This resource was created with support and reviewed by individuals on the spectrum.