WARREN AUTISM LINK

The Warren Autism Link is a resource for teachers, parents, and community members to find information on visual supports, community events, and other resources for people with autism.

Access this link for a handout with suggestions on how to best support students with autism>>>

KNOW THE SIGNS: EARLY INTERVENTION

Children do not "outgrow" autism, but students show that early diagnosis and intervention lead to signigicantly improved outcomes.

Here are some signs to look for in the children in your life:

Lack of or delay in spoken language
Repetitive use of language and/or motor mannerisms (e.g., hand-flapping, twirling objects)
Little or no eye contact
Lack of interest in peer relationships
Lack of spontaneous or make-believe play
Persistent fixation on parts of objects

From Autism Society of America

Early Detection handout>>>

If you have concerns about your child please contact your doctor. If your child is under 3 years old you can also contact your local First Steps, 317-257-2229, or if your child is 3 years or older, contact the Warren Special Education Office for possible support at 317-869-4400.

Websites about identification:

Autism Society

Developmental Milestones

First Signs

MODULES

Modules are a way you can learn about a specific topic or strategy online. These "mini lessons" may include reading, videos, or a combination of both.

Family modules include: About Autism, Family Resources/Support, Behavioral Programming, and Intervention/Education Access website>>
Modules for families and educators include: Visual Supports, 5-Point Scale, Structured Work Systems, Transition, and PECS Access website>>

Visual Support

5-Point Scale
What Can I Do Incredible 5-point scale Incredible 5-point scale - Fear Scale labels Voice scale Calming on the bus 5-point scale - Smiley faces Blank smiley faces Make my own 5-point scale I can try	Looks, Feels, Try Incredible 5-point scale - Anxiety Incredible 5-point scale - Voice Volume Pen bars & name tags Voice meter 5-point scale - large cards 5-point colored triangle Desk Mat	Personal Rating Incredible 5-point scale - Personal Touching Incredible 5-point scale - Tolerance Voices on the bus Homework scale 5-point scale - tone 5-point desk or lanyard visual 5-point scale bookmarks

General Classroom

What, How Much, When Done

Bus Procedures

Choice Board


Famous People with Autism	Facts & Tips for Working with Students on the Autism Spectrum

For any questions or additional information, please contact:
Allison Woods, Autism Coordinator
MSD Warren Township
975 North Post Road
Indianapolis, IN 46219
317.869.4417

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Free downloads of ASA handouts including peer education, puberty, transition, sleep, and abuse. Access website>>
CeDIR Library is a free library that has many resources related to autism and other disabilities. You only pay for return shipping. Access website>>
Tips on being a friend to someone with autism>>>

FUSE is a parent support group in Greenfield, IN. Access website>>

Spanish-speaking Support Group

Crossroads

Evidence Based Practices for Students with Autism

This site offers steb-by-step guides for implementation, implementation checklist, and the research that supports the intervention for twenty four evidence based practices. These include social skills, video modeling, social narratives, prompting, reinforcement, PECS, and visual supports. Access website>>

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Indianapolis, IN 46219
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