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How to support autistic students in a virtual learning environment… with federal regulations means that the technology eliminates barriers by incorporating supports like closed captioning, accessibility by screen-reading apps, clear and concise directions, and have a predictable … 508 compliant. This flexibility allows students to make their own schedules based on what works best for them. To further support students with autism in a virtual learning environment, just like with any other learning environment, it’s … students who struggle with fine motor skills. Modified courses are also provided for students who may need more intensive support. Another consideration in virtual schooling is how often will students work with a general education teacher or …
Finding your community… Over 20% of the inquiries our Autism Speaks Autism Response Team (ART) receives are for information about community support. Common requests are for connections to peer groups, recreation and parent support groups, among others. Finding … virtual autism parent support groups: Parents of Children, Teens & Young Adults Fathers, family members and grandparents Siblings Sibling Support Project offers both online and local social groups for teenage and adult brothers and sisters of autistic …
Autism Speaks honors California Assemblymember, Dr. Corey Jackson for leadership in funding autism services provided by direct support professionals… Award. This recognition celebrates Assemblymember Jackson’s unwavering leadership in securing vital funding for services supporting people with autism and other intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD). His early and decisive work on … for an increase in reimbursement rates for disability service providers, which took effect at the beginning of 2025. Direct support professionals (DSPs) and others who provide regional center waiver services will benefit from these increases, … stabilizing the home and community-based services system and growing the struggling workforce of DSPs who provide essential support to people with autism. Recognizing the potential harm of such a delay, Chair Jackson championed the cause, pushing …
Legislative wins in California strengthen supports, opportunities and safety of autistic individuals… Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed several bills that Autism Speaks supported in the California General Assembly, which will strengthen supports for autistic students and help address gaps in funding for disability services. Included among these legislative …
Autism Response Team (ART)… The Autism Response Team (ART) is an information and referral support for the autism community. Our team members are Certified Resource Specialists through Inform USA and are specially … and the community. How to contact ART Contact Us Online Please use this form and select "Resources, information, or support for myself or someone I know" to send a message directly to our team. We also have dedicated Spanish language support that can be accessed by emailing ayuda@autismspeaks.org . Who can contact us? We are happy to provide support to …
Meet Geoff and Connor… of Field Development, New England Learn about Geoff’s connection to Autism Speaks and why he dedicates so much of his time supporting his local Autism Speaks Walk in this Volunteer Spotlight. My son, Connor, 29, was diagnosed with autism in … per week doing sorting/stacking tasks in a local warehouse and one day a week doing deliveries for Meals on Wheels. He is supported by Social Security and has a yearly Individualized Service Plan (ISP) to discuss goals for the past year and … I am a believer in giving back, and I include my son in those efforts as it is important to me that he too understands and supports those who are working for the autism community. My passion is to see all the progress being made by organizations …
Meet Jeanette F.… recently diagnosed with autism. I knew about autism but I realized I didn’t know enough. I wanted to help her son and be a support system for her family, so I did a deep dive on Autism Speaks’ website, downloaded the 100-Day Tool Kit and tried to … She decided to become part of Autism Speaks’ Spectrum Society, a planned giving legacy program that provides significant support to those in the autism community who need it the most. “Over the years, I’ve heard more and more stories about … who have been diagnosed with autism. These children will eventually grow up and become teenagers and adults who still need support. The importance of continued education, affordable housing programs and meaningful job opportunities for adults on …
With Medicaid funding at risk, Laura’s message is clear – “It’s time to mobilize”… Laura Lear is the CEO of Community Support Services, Inc. (CSS), and has spent the past seventeen years working alongside dedicated professionals to enhance … enhanced service models promoting community inclusion and individual choice. CSS has been able to develop a wide range of supports and services designed to provide the resources desired by each person to pursue his/her self-directed goals. …
Policy Pulse | Advocacy in full swing… been a driver of autism-specific federal programs, which have helped transform our understanding of autism as well as the supports available to families for over 20 years. A new Congress brings new opportunity to grow the size of the Autism Caucus; and as a result, increase support of national autism policy. Ask your members of Congress to join. A researcher perspective How the Autism CARES …
Autism Sibling Support Project… Autism Sibling Support Project …