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Blog Resources
Talking about sex education with autistic and neurodivergent children can feel overwhelming. This guide shares practical ways to approach consent, privacy, body safety, and honest conversations with confidence.
Help your child grow their communication skills with 7 easy, everyday strategies—from narrating daily routines to using visual supports, play, and songs.
Arizona’s Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) offers vital support. Learn how to navigate DDD to access therapy services and resources for your child.
Looking for the perfect gift that’s fun and beneficial? Check out our therapeutic gift guide for children with developmental disabilities. From sensory toys that calm and engage to games that build speech, motor, and social skills, find holiday gift ideas that both kids and therapists will love!
October is Physical Therapy Month! Discover how pediatric PT helps children with developmental delays or disabilities gain strength, improve balance and coordination, and reach their motor milestones , building confidence and independence along the way.
Podcast Resources
Being a parent of an autistic child can feel overwhelming, especially for fathers trying to “do it right.” In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Chism shares his honest journey of growth, connection, and learning from autistic voices — offering insight, hope, and community support for parents navigating autism parenting.
In this powerful episode of the Autism Family Resource Podcast, Brian talks with autism advocate Mandy Pinckley about her journey growing up autistic, facing bullying, and discovering her voice. Mandy also breaks down digital safety risks for autistic teens and how parents can foster open communication, emotional support, and stronger connection.
Confused after your child’s autism diagnosis? You're not alone. In this blog, autistic therapist Megan Ashley shares how understanding sensory needs, masking, and autism culture can help parents connect deeply with their child and redefine what “okay” truly means.
Learn how parents can transform family dynamics, support emotional regulation, and build social skills for children with autism. Practical strategies and expert advice from Pure Hearts Therapy and parent coach Lisa Chan.
AAC doesn’t have to be overwhelming or clinical—it can be playful, powerful, and part of everyday life. In this inspiring episode of the Autism Family Resource Podcast, SLPs Stacey Dover and Lydia Mackay share how to make communication with AAC devices joyful, effective, and rooted in connection.
External Resources
A resource offering practical strategies to support children and youth on the autism spectrum in developing self-care skills such as dressing, showering, toileting, toothbrushing, and hair care
Visual flashcards designed to help children with autism understand and sequence daily routines, aiding in the development of independent living skills