Resources

United Healthcare Children’s Foundation

Helping fill the gap between what medical services/items a child needs and what their commercial health benefit plan will pay for.

United Way 2-1-1 Information and Referral Service

United Way’s 2-1-1 provides FREE and confidential information and referral. 2-1-1 is there to help with basic needs such as food, housing, and health care. It also can help in areas such as employment, psychological health, and more. 2-1-1 is available 24/7 through their phone service and website.

United Way of Bucks County

Improving lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities.

Unspoken Workplace Norms/Nuances

Workplace norms and nuances, like unspoken rules, cultural behaviors, and communication cues can be difficult to understand. They can change at different workplaces, but this resource was designed by an autistic self-advocate to help you understand some of the ones that can apply to any workplace.

Urinalysis Social Story

This resource developed by ASERT provides a visual explanation of what to expect if you have to give a urine sample as part of being on probation or parole. This resource is part of the larger collection of resources about the Justice System.

Using AI Chatbots: For Self-Advocates

This resource has information about artificial intelligence, or AI, and why a self-advocate may want to use it. There are also general tips on how to use AI in a helpful and safer way.

Using Vision Boards to Find Community Supports

This resource from ASERT provides information for direct support staff on using vision boards to find supports within a community such as meet-up groups and activities.

Using Visual Schedules Social Story

This resource provides a visual guide for individuals with autism about using visual schedules to help plan activities and develop a routine.

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Variety Children’s Charity Grants

These grants are meant to provide resources individuals who have disabilities or who are disadvantaged (or both) to empower them live, laugh, and learn.

Venango 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 Venango County.

Video Resume How-to Resources

This resource provides tips on creating a successful video resume.

Video: All About Your Child

This presentation for families and caregivers provides suggestions on preparing for emergency care for their child.

Video: Compassion Fatigue

This video provides an overview of what compassion fatigue is, how to recognize it, and ways to manage.

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Video: Emotional Dysregulation

This video provides information for provider staff on how to support individuals who may be having trouble managing their emotions.

Video: Sleep Hygiene

This presentation provides information about sleep hygiene, the importance of sleep, and tips for developing good nighttime sleep habits.