This July, our focus is on Individualized Education Plan (IEP) planning, and provide informational resources to make informed decisions for back-to-school support services. 

Did you know: An IEP provides specialized instruction for supports and services for students to succeed in grades K–12. A 504 plan is a broader plan to accommodate the entire learning environment for a person with disabilities, at both the K–12 and college levels.

We will also continue to share resources surrounding the 988 National Suicide Prevention Helpline. Depression affects up to 26% of adults with Autism. The implementation of the 988 lifeline, a three-digit number dedicated to mental health crisis care, will help provide solutions to some of the problematic crisis response protocols our system currently has in place. On July 16, 2022, the 988 lifeline will accept calls and texts from anyone who needs support for a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis.

 

988 Implementation and Launch

 

IEP Preparation, School Support & Services

 

Public Policy Resources

 

The Autism Society’s National Helpline is here to support you and provide you with the resources you need. Our Information & Referral Specialists are available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm (Eastern Time) at 800-3-AUTISM (800-328-8476) or info@autism-society.org.

The Autism Society’s mission is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. As the nation’s oldest leading grassroots Autism organization, the Autism Society and its 71 local affiliates serve over half a million members of the Autism community each year. It envisions a world where everyone in the Autism community is connected to the support they need, when they need it – including education, advocacy efforts, and supports and services throughout the lifespan. If you found this article helpful, please consider supporting our efforts through a donation, every bit helps. Donate here!

 

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