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Support Reminds Us:

  • You are not alone!

  • You can do this!

  • You know your child better than you think!

  • Remember to see the Good, to Laugh and appreciate the Beauty

AUTISM: How SUPPort Helps + Heals

In a 2003 study by Carlos J. Carmona: The Role That Autism Parent-Led Support Groups Play In Facilitating Advocacy…. Parents indicated that parent-led support groups assisted them in acquiring advocacy skills and provided good emotional support, informational support, and appraisal support.

Data analysis 6 major themes were identified: advocacy, emotional support, difficulty with funding, informational support, instrumental support, and appraisal support. The social change implication of this study is that people can better understand the impact that parent-led support groups can have in facilitating advocacy among parents who participate in the groups. 

*https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=5459&context=dissertations

 
 
 


RESOURCES

AutismNOW

AutismNOW should be the first place you look for the latest news, research and information on autism.

 Care.com

Care.com is a great place to find a caregiver.

 Dads 4 Special Kids

This is a group for fathers of special-needs children, who can share their stories with others who understand the challenges they’re facing.

Autism…Learn

This site allows people, including children, with autism to complete online activities geared toward helping them develop vital skills.

 Autism on the Seas

Parents of special-needs children know how difficult it can be to plan a vacation. This site is dedicated to helping parents of children with autism map out their getaways, whether they’re cruises or camping trips.

 Atypical Child

Atypical Child functions sort of like a Craigslist for parents of special needs children. You can list and buy gently used therapy equipment.

 Bloom and Grow

Being a caregiver can be a rewarding, but also often a difficult and humbling task. This site shares products, strategies and tips for how to help your loved one and cope with the great demands that are put upon you each day.

*friendshipcircle.org