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For families with autistic children
Updated:
1 Apr 2020
Topics:
Covid 19
We have compiled a range of helpful COVID-19 resources for families with autistic children.
COVID-19 social story
Supporting individuals with autism through uncertain times
Social story: What is the corona virus?
Coronavirus health and safety guide
Including various social stories in other languages (refer to the 'other downloads' section) - English, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish
Coronavirus social story from Sue Larkey
Includes areas to individualise the story according to your own circumstances
Help with hand-washing for autistic children
Information on coughs and sneezes from Happy Learners
The New ASD “At Home” World
10 Ways to Cope with Changes During COVID-19
Autism teen wellbeing
Website for supporting adolescents and teenagers on the autism spectrum with their wellbeing
Child Mind Institute: Autism-specific coronavirus resources for families
Collection of resources from Autism Parenting Magazine
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