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🎃 Halloween is almost here! Help keep children with autism safe while trick-or-treating with practical tips from TACA, including wandering prevention, communication, and safety planning.
Read the tips and prepare for Halloween: ow.ly/Q6qu50ZZPN3
Anxiety can look different in people with autism. Understanding possible triggers and finding supportive strategies can make a meaningful difference ❤️ Explore TACA’s resource on anxiety in autism and learn more: ow.ly/SkKh50ZZug5
Help children and adult children with #autism join the #Halloween fun 🎃 These printable communication cards help people with autism express that they want to trick-or-treat, even if they don’t use spoken words 🧡
Download and print them for FREE here: ow.ly/1qlr50ZZxxV
Cold & flu season is here! 🤧 Help your family prepare with TACA’s guide to sickness prevention and treatment options.
❤️ Be proactive about your family’s health! Read the guide and explore practical resources today: ow.ly/w2Oo50ZXHWT
🎃 Make Halloween a little easier for your family!
From costumes and sensory needs to trick-or-treating, safety, and dietary needs, The Autism Community in Action (TACA) has practical tips to help you prepare for a safe Halloween.
Read the tips 👉 ow.ly/omSh50ZXIIB
Is behavior interfering with your child’s learning at school? An FBA can help identify the “why” behind the behavior, while a BIP can outline individualized supports to help your child succeed 📚 Read the resource and learn how to advocate for your child:
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Looking for a doctor for your child with autism? TACA offers practical guidance for finding autism-focused care, including functional medicine doctors. Learn more at ow.ly/N4is50ZUBgh ❤️
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As a parent or caregiver of a loved one with #autism, it's easy to put your own needs last. But #selfcare is essential ✨ Download our FREE "Self-Care for Caregivers" today:
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Think your child may have autism? Request an evaluation through Child Find. An educational diagnosis can help your child qualify for special education services and access needed support. Learn more: ow.ly/wLHB50ZTXGj
Transition planning is about more than preparing for graduation. It’s about helping individuals with autism build skills, confidence, self-advocacy, and meaningful opportunities for adulthood ✨ Get the full checklist: secure.everyaction.com/W7mE7…
Seizures are more common in individuals with #autism and can sometimes be difficult to distinguish from behaviors such as staring, repetitive movements, or changes in awareness ⚠️ tacanow.org/family-resources…
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Our 20th annual #AnteUpforAutism gala was an incredible success, and we are overflowing with gratitude! To our amazing community: thank you for showing up, connecting with one another, and believing in TACA’s mission ❤️
Puberty brings big changes and for families affected by autism, preparation can make a difference. Understanding what to expect can help you feel more confident supporting your child ❤️ Learn more about #Puberty and #Autism: tacanow.org/family-resources…
It’s National Make Your Bed Day 🛏️
Life skills like making a bed, cooking, and managing money can build confidence and independence for people with #autism ❤️ Learn practical tips from TACA for teaching #lifeskills. tacanow.org/family-resources…
Legal planning isn’t just about documents ⚖️ It's about preparing for adulthood while supporting your loved one’s rights, choices, and future. Check out our FREE resource on Legal Planning and Autism: tacanow.org/family-resources…
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Transition planning isn’t just about what happens after high school 🎓 It’s about building a bridge to adulthood. Check out our FREE resource on IEP Transition Planning: tacanow.org/family-resources…
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Medically complex individuals with autism often need care from multiple specialists, but not every provider has experience treating the complex medical conditions that can accompany autism. Being prepared and knowing how to advocate is key.
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Toilet training can be more complex for people with autism. Constipation, sensory issues, anxiety, communication challenges, and medications can all affect toileting. Understanding these medical factors can make a difference ❤️ Learn more & get strategies: tacanow.org/family-resources…
Back-to-school prep goes beyond school supplies 🎒 For children with autism, preparing for a new school year can include supporting health, routines, and communication with teachers and staff. Use TACA’s FREE New School Year Checklist and article! tacanow.org/family-resources…
