Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Step 1
Look for autism-related educational resources, vocational rehabilitation programs and social organizations on the Web. Search the web with keywords like "autism" and "support groups." Find phone numbers and e-mail addresses for resources in your area.
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Step 2
Explore the ways Medicaid can help your autistic child by going to the Autism Society of America homepage and choosing "Medicaid Options."
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Step 3
Locate support groups for your child by calling (800) 3AUTISM, extension 150.
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Step 4
Find additional special education links for your autistic child at the Special Education Resources on the Internet homepage (seriweb.com).
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Step 5
Learn more about the Autistic Children's Activity Program, including summer play sessions, by calling (503) 281-8769.
Comments
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 It's a good idea for parents of autistic kids to get an idea of what it's like to be autistic. If they're NT, getting in touch with autistic adults can really help them understand their kid. Also, it's good for their kid to have contact with true peers, (other autistic people). The Autism Network International (which is by and for autistic people) is a good organization for both of these things (as well as its main goal, which is getting autistic adults together).
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 There are many approaches to educationg children with autism. The BEST source of information is other parents who are pleased with the progress of their children and who have data to support their child's growth and development. Please look into treatments that are research-based and beware of people who consider the ABA approach to be abusive.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Many treatments currently offered for autism are abusive, and the rates of treatment-induced PTSD among autistic persons is very high. Some sources of information are http://users.1st.net/cibra/, http://www.autcom.org/, and http://www.apana.supanet.co