"Sexuality and the Spectrum: Lessons on Sex, Dating, and Love" by Amy Gravino, MA

CAARES welcomed Amy Gravino, advocate and author, to discuss sexuality and autism.

鈥淭he 5 Steps to Making New Friends, Dating, and Being More Social: A Roadmap for Autistic and Neurodiverse Students" by Jeremy Hamburgh, My Best Social Life

This presentation from My Best Social Life was hosted by CAARES. Jeremy Hamburg (My Best Social Life) presented five steps to making new friends, dating, and being more social.

鈥淏ringing Compassion to Compulsions: Gaining Insight into the Experience of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)鈥 by Brian Healy LMHC, LBA, BCBA, NCC, CCMHC.

This presentation will focus on the topic of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) with a goal of increasing our understanding of OCD, in an effort to promote greater compassion and support for those with the condition.

鈥淒ude Where鈥檚 My IEP: Succeeding in College with Autism鈥 by Dr. Kerry Magro

Dr. Kerry Magro, autistic speaker and advocate, provided guidance for autistic students on how to navigate higher education once individualized education plans and supports are no longer in effect.

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鈥淎 Different Path: Always Defending鈥 with guest Michael Gilberg, Esq. & host Armando J. Bernal, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, and CAARES鈥 Dr. Noor Syed and Dr. Lauren Allen

From childhood dream jobs to a call for advocacy and defense, Michael Gilberg and Armando J. Bernal discuss what challenges individuals with autism currently face. Read more about Michael Gilberg and Armando Bernal鈥檚 Autism International Consulting.

 

 

 

offers primary care resources for Autistic adults including checklists and worksheets, personalized accommodations report, information regarding healthcare processes and patient rights, among other valuable topics.

provides information about Medicaid for Autistic individuals.

organizes thousands of resources for Autistic individuals from a variety of organizations.

  • 1-page information sheet
  • provides grade-by-grade items for 9th-12th graders

seeks to connect Autistic people to resources they may want, when they want them using education, advocacy, support, information, referrals, and community programming. Check out the Autism Society鈥檚 .

is a nonprofit, grassroots disability rights organization run by and for Autistic people. ASAN notes that they fight for disability rights, promote self-advocacy, and aim to involve Autistic people in policy-making. The ASAN website houses resources and tools on a variety of topics relevant for Autistic people. Check out ASAN鈥檚 handbook and .

College Autism Network links varied stakeholders engaged in evidence-guided efforts to improve access, experiences, and outcomes for postsecondary students with autism.

  • - The College Autism Network hosts an annual conference for self-advocates and professionals

aims to promote the success of people with disabilities through technology and education. DO-IT promotes awareness and accessibility ineducation settings and the workplace to increase inclusivity. They offer information about programs, resources, videos, and have a knowledge base.

extends the ECHO model which offers learning using a multidisciplinary model to provide support and education for Autistic advocates and families of Autistic individuals. Sign up to join the free ECHO Autism: Advocates sessions.

provides a variety of resources including webinars and student resources.

provides information and resources spanning the topics of gender identity, sexual orientation, transgender and non-binary, and more.

helps Autistic and Neurodivergent adults make friends or 鈥渇ind their tribe,鈥 as they note on their website, and connect with others in dating and romantic relationships. 

promotes the success of Neurodivergent individuals in the classroom and workplace, supporting Neurodivergent individuals through trainings and linking them with internship and employment experiences.

promotes access to effective services and supports for Autistic individuals with the aim to increase quality of life. NEXT for Autism webinars and manuals spanning a variety of topics relevant for Autistic and Neurodivergent college students:

aims to support all members of the autism community(self-advocates, families, educators, and researchers). The curated resources here are geared toward Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals.

  • - Includes a variety of information hubs on topics such as self-advocacy, academics, campus life, and career & money.
  • - Includes a variety of pieces by CAARES鈥 Dr. Lauren Lestremau Allen
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    • by Dr. Lauren Lestremau Allen
    • by Dr. Lauren Lestremau Allen
  • OAR free guidebooks and resources on a variety of topics:

is a nationwide initiative from UMass Boston dedicated to promoting inclusive higher education for students with intellectual disability.

 

(Vocational Rehabilitation) aims to support individuals with disabilities to access employment. For individuals whose employment goal requires a college degree, ACCES-VR funding may be used to support college costs. Learn more in

offers services and information for individuals with disabilities and their families through chapters across New York.

or College and University Support Programs offers transition support for high school and college students. Services can be offered in person in the Capital District and the Central Areas New York or remotely.

offers free legal and advocacy services to individuals with disabilities.

provides information on special education policy and practice relevant for individuals with disabilities through age 21.

(OPWDD) coordinates services for New York residents with developmental disabilities and provides services directly through nonprofit agencies.

(91黑料网) Students with Disabilities offers a variety of resources and tools for Neurodivergent individuals enrolled or considering higher education.

(CCDA) is a group of secondary and post-secondary professionals and community and government agency representatives in Western New York who support students with disabilities to transition from high school to higher education and to succeed in higher education. They offer a variety of resources and information.

 

CAARES Presents Bestselling Author Andrew Joseph White

CAARES presents bestselling author Andrew Joseph White, the trans, autistic, and bestselling author of Hell Followed with Us, The Spirit Bares Its Teeth, Compound Fracture, and more. Born and raised in the Shenandoah Valley, he received his MFA in Creative Writing from George Mason University, and lives in Virginia with his wife and their antisocial cat. Learn more at .

 

 

 

 

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