Having Surgery at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
This step-by-step guide — designed specifically for children with autism — explains what kids can expect during the entire surgical experience at CHOP.
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Getting an X-ray
This kid-friendly slideshow can help prepare your child for getting an X-ray. The information is also helpful for children with special needs.
My Trip to the Hospital for a Video EEG
To help prepare your child for her video EEG, watch this kid-friendly slideshow, which offers a step-by-step description of what to expect during the test.
Living with Autism - Siblings
This website offers suggestions to parents about ways to help the other children in the family cope with the experience of having a brother or sister with autism.
Center for Autism Research — Autism Roadmap
Whether your child has just been diagnosed or you’ve hit an obstacle and are looking for new ideas and resources, the CAR Autism Roadmap™ offers customized resources and up-to-date information about autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Preparing Students with a Disability for a Post-secondary Education
Penn State Educational Equity website provides a comprehensive checklist that students with disabilities and their parents can use to help prepare them for a post-secondary education.
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
ASAN is a nonprofit organization run by and for autistic people. They provide information and resources about autism, disability rights, and systems change.
Philadelphia Autism Project
The Philadelphia Autism Project supports autistic individuals and their families living in Philadelphia. They offer training/courses, share resources, foster community collaborations, host events, and provide funding or organizations and projects for autistic people and their families.
Vanderbilt TRIAD
For caregivers of young children (ages 2-7) newly diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The primary goal is to equip caregivers with practical tools to support their child. This resource also gives caregivers an opportunity to meet other caregivers with similar questions or concerns.
Early Intervention Agency - Delaware
Early Intervention (EI): Coordinated by the Child Development Watch program in the Division of Public Health. Serves children ages 0-3 years.
Who to call for help?
- New Castle county: 302-283-7240
- Kent and Sussex counties: 302-424-7300
No charges for assessments; services are billed to family’s insurance company.