Care.com February 26, 2020
Care.com is an online resource that allows you to search and find caregivers for loved ones with special needs.
Caregiver & Parenting Support
This category provides a list of industry and caregiver resources that can provide useful information and tools.
Caregiver Support
Caring for Seniors with Autism September 27, 2021
This article was sent to MAP from a student in Ms. Bennett's class. They were learning about healthcare for people with Autism and thought this article contained a lot of good information.
Finding a Caregiver February 26, 2020
Here you can find recommended steps for hiring a caregiver for a child with special needs.
Parenting Resources
5 TED Talks to inspire autism parents March 30, 2021
These speakers talk about autism in a way that brings inspiration and even enlightenment to those who are parents and caregivers for children with autism and ADHD.
ATN/AIR-P Strategies to Improve Sleep in Children with Autism April 29, 2021
This informational booklet is designed to provide parents with strategies to improve sleep in their child affected by autism.
Autism & Challenging Behaviors: Strategies & Support November 30, 2020
Use this kit to help provide you with behavioral strategies and resources, and lead you to professionals within your community.
Our Thoughts
3 strategies for managing stress & anxiety as we return to “normal” April 30, 2021
Getting back to a sense of normal can cause stress and anxiety for kids with ASD. Here are some strategies to help ease the transition.
Are you struggling as an ASD caregiver during COVID? Let’s check in. October 2, 2020
If you're like me, you have moments where this year gets to be too much. Here is what I have learned. I hope it helps you.
Happy Holidays: My Favorite Things for 2020 November 30, 2020
Oprah has her list. As the mother of a teenage daughter with ASD, here is mine. And some of these things are sure to surprise you.