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Saint Paul Public Library

Saint Paul Public Library has become a Next Chapter Book Club affiliate (www.nextchapterbookclub.org). Next Chapter Book Club offers community-based book clubs for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Read More

Policies and Initiatives

AuSM’s Use of Person-First and Identity-First Language The Autism Society of Minnesota respects and prioritizes the right of each individual to be referred to with language that makes them comfortable. There currently isn’t a universally accepted way to refer to an individual on the autism spectrum. Some recommend person-first language… Read More

Could It Be ASD?

AuSM's Counseling and Consulting Services team is proud to announce the publication of Could it be ASD?, a book designed to help therapists and other professionals recognize and understand the unique characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Now available at through the AuSM Bookstore, Could It Be ASD? contains case studies of individuals with autism who may not present in the typical way. Read More

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. Read More

Workability

Workability is an Internet Job Board that connects neurodiverse, autistic and disabled job seekers with inclusive employers nationwide. We’re a scrappy, grass-roots start-up born out of a mom’s concern for her son’s first-time search for a summer job. You can create a job seeker profile, upload your resume, and… Read More

AuSM Resources

Information and Resources

Autism is a complex developmental disability, and navigating autism resources can be daunting. As a free service to the autism community, AuSM endeavors to provide practical advice for individuals and families struggling to navigate systems, understand options, and obtain services and support to fit their needs. With empathy informed by… Read More

ShareBuddies

ShareBuddies is an online platform that provides free social skills services to students with social challenges. In light of the ubiquitous social distancing, students with these challenges do not have many opportunities to socialize with their peers, and as a result, they are unable to improve their communicative abilities. Read More

So My Client Has Autism…Why Should I Care?

So My Client Has Autism…Why Should I Care? is a training manual for those working with someone who has autism. Read More