Hotlines
If you or someone you know are in crisis or having thoughts of harming yourself and/or others, please consider the following hotlines. Your life matters. You matter. Please seek the help you need.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255 –or– 988
For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line
Text “HOME” to 741741
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline
(800) 662-HELP (4357)
Advocacy
Autism Society
Autistic Reality
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
Actually Autistic Blogs List
Health/Education
A. J. Drexel Autism Institute at Drexel University
Center for Autism Research (CAR) at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support at Saint Joseph’s University (SJU)
Traumatic Experiences
Making special education work for your child during COVID-19 (Harvard Health Blog)
Traumatic Experiences (Sesame Street)
How Americans with disabilities can cope with the COVID-19 crisis (American Psychological Association [APA])
Planning
How to Find an Accessible Apartment (Rent.com)
Disability Apartments: Looks and Features You Might Find (Apartmentguide.com)
What is a Special Needs Trust? (JustGreatLawyers.com)
STEM for ASD (UTexas)
A Guide to Vehicle Modifications for People with Disabilities
Special Needs Grants
Modify Your House with Our Home Accessibility Checklist
Fun & Activities
27 Games & Activities For Kids With Autism (Word.Tips)
Sensory Processing
Neuro-Unity understands that each individual will process sensory information differently. What may help for one individual, may not be in the best interest for another. Neuro-Unity celebrates and encourages each neurodivergent individual’s growth. Please use your best judgement when utilizing these ideas.
Humber Sensory Processing Hub (NHS UK)
Helpful Advice for Sensory Processing Challenges (Looks Like Language)