Autism Parent Support Groups
Information for Families and Caretakers
The people who care for those with autism understand the challenges of dealing with autism in a rural or underserved community:
- Facilities and providers that offer testing and treatment are further away and often have longer wait times,
- Finding autism-friendly dental and medical care is harder,
- Stores that sell sensitivity-friendly items are fewer,
- Sometimes friends and neighbors in small communities don’t understand autism.
If you are a parent or caregiver to someone with autism, the Autism Toolkit is here to help. We can help you find healthcare providers and services (such as autism testing, early intervention therapies, dentists, and doctors) in your area using our Autism Resources Map. Our library of autism topics can also help you learn more about the issues that affect you and your loved one. We have articles on topics ranging from how Individual Education Programs work and dispelling autism myths to information on finding housing for adults with autism.
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Sensory Rooms
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How to Communicate with a Nonverbal Autistic Person
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Meltdowns
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Medications Used to Treat the Symptoms of Autism
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Online Safety Guidelines: Tips for Caregivers of Autistic Individuals
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Proprioception and Autism
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Understanding ABA Therapy: How It Works and How It Can Help Your Child
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Understanding Elopement: How Parents Can Protect Autistic Children
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What is Sensory Integration Therapy?
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