Finding a Therapist
This resource provides helpful suggestions of how to begin looking for a therapist, what to look for, websites to search, and apps to use in the meantime.
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Designing an Inclusive Play Area for Children with Special Needs
This guide will help make planning a playground or playset that children with disabilities can also enjoy much easier.
Tips for Speech Therapy at Home for Children with Autism
This guide details how parents can conduct speech therapy interventions at home. It includes speech therapy activities for children with ASD of various age groups, including infants & toddlers, pre-schoolers, school-age children, and adolescents.
Sensory Activities for Children with ASD
This is an academically published resource on the topic of providing sensory activities for children with Autism. This includes more personal/family activities as well as being involved in the community a bit more.
Preparing Trips for Children with Autism
The resource lists important questions to ask about the preparedness of new spaces and offers strategies for planning trips for children with autism, such as bringing sensory blockers like headphones to crowded destinations. It also includes a trip-planning PDF to help parents get ready for short and long trips with their children.
Moving with Special Needs Kids – A Guide for Parents
Here are some tips to help you with the moving process, ensuring that your child's needs are met throughout it.
College for Students with Disabilities: A Guide for Students, Families, and Educators
There are many pathways to achieve independence through higher education, and Maryville University has created this helpful “Frequently Asked Questions” (FAQ) to give you an idea of what to expect as you research your options.
The Essential Guide to Traveling with a Medical Condition
"The Essential Guide to Travelling with a Medical Condition" is an in-depth 4 part guide that gives helpful travel advice and information about some of the common problems associated with travelling abroad with a health condition.
Guide to Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities.
Our guide includes valuable resources for students with disabilities, such as: • A curated list of more than 85 disability-specific scholarships • Strategies for utilizing state and local financial aid resources • An overview of loan forgiveness and reduction options
Jobs for People with ASD
This guide from Fiscal Tiger discusses ADA accommodations for individuals with Autism, job industry ideas, and interview/resume tips specifically for people with Autism.