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Online Quick Tips Videos for Parent & Caregiver Support

Autism Speaks is offering a Caregiver Quick Tips video series online to teach how to use play and everyday routines to teach sharing, expand communication and learn new skills. Learn more about these videos here.

Categories: Behavioral Resources, Communication/Speech & Language, COVID-19 Resources, Education, Family Support, Social Skills, Video Presentations
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: National

Education Resources & Guidance for the Covid-19 Pandemic

The State Council on Developmental Disabilities has compiled a list of resources for parents and educators from national, state and non-governmental organizations for parents and educators:
 
California Department of Education (CDE) Resources
  • Stronger Together: A Guidebook for the Safe Reopening of California’s Public Schools – June 8, 2020
  • COVID-19 Industry Guidance: Schools and School-Based Programs – June 5, 2020
  • Special Education Guidance for COVID-19: COVID-19 School Closures and Services to Students with Disabilities – April 9, 2020
  • CDE Webpage with General COVID-19 Resources
U.S. Department of Education (ED) Resources
  • Questions and Answers on Providing Services to Children with Disabilities During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Outbreak – March 2020
  • Fact Sheet: Addressing the Risk of COVID-19 in Schools While Protecting the Civil Rights of Students – March 16, 2020
  • Supplemental Fact Sheet: Addressing the Risk of COVID-19 in Preschool, Elementary and Secondary Schools While Serving Children with Disabilities – March 21, 2020
  • ED Webpage with General COVID-19 Resources and Special Education & Rehabilitative Services
Resources from State and National Advocacy Organizations
  • Supporting Inclusive Practices: Distance Learning Innovations for Special Education: Resource Library
  • Educating All Learners During the COVID-19 Disaster: An Alliance Dedicated to Equity for Complex Learners: Resource Library
  • National Center for Learning Disabilities: Parent Advocacy Toolkit: Using Resources to Help School Districts Serve Students with Learning and Attention Issues During COVID-19
  • California County Superintendents Educational Services Association: COVID-19 Notices on Distance Learning and Campus Closures: County by County
  • Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates Position Statement on Provision of Compensatory Education In Response to Lost Education as a Result of COVID-19
  • Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates Recommendations on the Provision of FAPE to Students with Disabilities When a Parent Opts to Keep Their Child Home During the 2020-2021 School Year
  • Southern Poverty Law Center COVID-19 School Closures School Services Tracker
  • Center for Parent Information and Resources Library
  • PEAK Parent Center Region D Zone Home
Please check with your County Office of Education and school district for additional resources and other information specific to your region.

Categories: Adult Resources, Advocacy, Autism Advocacy, Education, Family Support, Health, Inclusion, Legal Rights, Medical Information
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: Local, National

IEP ASSISTANCE FROM CONEXIONES EDUCATIVAS

Conexiones Educativas is offering free IEP assistance to Spanish-speaking families. Call Cecilia Mercado at 714-398-4710 to request an appointment for IEP assistance.

View flyer here.

To view other services provided by Conexiones Educativas to the Spanish speaking community during this time, please view the flyer here.

Categories: Bilingual, Education, Family Support, Individualized Education Program (IEP), Regional Center Services
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: Local

Let’s Talk Learning Differences

Let’s Talk Learning Differences addresses critically important social justice and equity of educational opportunity issues faced by those in the neuro-diverse community.

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Categories: AD/HD, Autism Advocacy, Autism Diagnosis, Education, Legal Rights, Parent Education
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: Local, National, International

Home Care Services from Dayle McIntosh Center

The Dayle McIntosh Center is still offering remote services from 8:30a-5pm Monday-Friday, excluding holidays. We understand that this is a unique time and we will remain available to assist families with their long term care needs, applying for support services, finding a care provider, and accessing  community resources. If you have any family members that require home care services, please feel free to contact us.

  • DMC-Care-Provider-Registry-Flyer.pdf
  • DMC-Overview-and-description-of-programs.pdf

Categories: COVID-19 Resources
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: Local

ADHD Advocate for Students

ADHD Coaching and school advocacy for children, teens and college students.

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Categories: AD/HD
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: National

Autism Speaks’ Resources for Impact of Coronavirus

COVID-19 Information and Resources. This page will be updated regularly as new content is developed. In addition, the Autism Response Team remains a resource for all families in our community. On this hub, families can find:

  • Answers to common about coronavirus and how it impacts the autism community.
  • Tips on how to manage disruptions to school-based services, and how to continue clinical care while social distancing.
  • Teaching stories to help kids understand our current environment and adapt to changes in routine.
  • Links to resources for educators and healthcare professionals.
  • Links to translated resources where available.

Coming soon: We are working on a series of videos answering questions and providing tips to help families work through common challenges. These will be posted to the COVID-19 resource hub and our YouTube channel as they’re available, and shared on our social channels. We encourage you to find @autismspeaks on Facebook and Instagram for regular updates.

Categories: Adult Resources, Advocacy, Behavioral Resources, Family Support, Health, Information & Referral Services
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: International

ADDitude for Guidance

Since 1998, millions of parents and adults have trusted ADDitude’s expert guidance and support for living better with ADHD and its related mental health conditions. Our mission is to be your trusted advisor, an unwavering source of understanding and guidance along the path to wellness.

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Categories: AD/HD, Autism Diagnosis, Education, Family Education
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: National

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’re committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

CALL:  800-273-TALK (8255)

 

Categories: Adult Resources, Behavioral Resources, Family Support, Health, Information & Referral Services, Mental Health, Safety
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: Local, National

ABA Therapy

Patterns Behavioral Services provides ABA services for children and adults diagnosed with Autism as well as other developmental disabilities. Patterns works with your insurance company to obtain authorization for the treatment recommended by your clinician. We provide the following services: 1:1 Direct Care, Social Skills Groups, Parent Consultation.

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Categories: Autism Treatments, Behavioral Resources, Early Intervention, Social Skills
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: Local, National

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