Wellness Resources
Health and Wellness are important topics for everyone, including individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. This resource page will provide a wide range of information for parents/caregivers, self-advocates, professionals and the community on how to support healthy living and overall wellbeing.
Self-Advocates
When to Go to the Emergency Department and What to Expect
This resource is for parents/caregivers and self-advocates to provide information about when to go to the Emergency Department and what to expect when you get there.
View ResourceEducating the Emergency Department
This resource was developed for parents/caregivers and self-advocates on educating your local emergency department about being on the spectrum.
View ResourceCalling 911
This resources for parents/caregivers and self-advocates provides information about what to expect when you call 911.
View ResourceParents/Caregivers
When to Go to the Emergency Department and What to Expect
This resource is for parents/caregivers and self-advocates to provide information about when to go to the Emergency Department and what to expect when you get there.
View ResourceCalling 911
This resources for parents/caregivers and self-advocates provides information about what to expect when you call 911.
View ResourceEducating the Emergency Department
This resource was developed for parents/caregivers and self-advocates on educating your local emergency department about being on the spectrum.
View ResourceProfessionals
Reasons Individuals Seek Emergency Care
This resource was developed for healthcare professionals in order to provide them with information about some of the common reasons individuals with autism may seek emergency care.
View ResourceUnderstanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: For Emergency Personnel
This resource was developed for emergency medical personnel to better understand individuals with autism and the additional supports they may need in emergency medical situations.
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