This September, we highlight National Suicide Prevention Month, anti-bullying, navigating adult services, and Hispanic Heritage Month. Our Public Policy resources provide information on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), employment, and Medicaid school-based assistance.

National Suicide Prevention Month resources

• An Overview of the 988 number for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• Autism Society Resource: National Suicide Prevention Month Facebook Live episode
• Autism Society’s Employment Resource
• SparkforAutism

Anti-Bullying Messaging

• Autism Society Anti-Bullying Facebook Live
• OAR Kit for Kids
• Anti-Bullying Alliance’s Resource

Navigating Adult Services

• Future and Financial Planning ASA Resource
• Easterseals
• Autism Research Institute

Hispanic Heritage Month

• National Statement: Autism Society Addresses Increased Autism Prevalence Rates in 2023 CDC Report
• AmeriDisability’s Accessible Resource
• HispanicStar

VEI Resources:

Vaccine Education Initiative (VEI) 

• Hosting Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics at School
• National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM)

Autism Society’s Resources

• VEI Informational Flyer
• ADVC Flyer
• More VEI information and resources

Interested in partnering with the Autism Society with our Vaccine Education Initiative program? Contact us at vei@autism-society.org for more information.

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 70+ 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!