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NY State Governor Hochul’s Proposed Budget Prioritizes Independence for People With Developmental Disabilities
…community. Funding New Services The 2025 Executive Budget again proposes to invest in new service opportunities to meet the needs of people coming into our system for the first time…
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The Critical Role of a Caregiver in Navigating Systems of Care
…visit www.wrightslaw.com. Intellectual Disabilities If your loved one has an IQ test score of 70 or below and demonstrates difficulties in learning, problem-solving, memory, and speaking, they likely will qualify…
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What Is Health Equity and Why It Matters to Those with Disabilities
…of Care Effective communication is vital in healthcare, yet children with complex needs or who are non-verbal often struggle in this area. Inadequate communication can lead to misdiagnosis and suboptimal…
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Supporting Autistic Adults: Am I College Ready?
…in pursuing higher education.8 A growing body of research demonstrates that students with autism and intellectual disabilities begin college life at community colleges.9 Community colleges are expanding their services to…
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ASN Spring 2024 Issue
“Navigating the Healthcare System” View as a Flipbook View as a PDF Articles in This Issue Navigating the Healthcare System Autistic Health: Embracing a Holistic Approach * Challenges for…
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Anger and Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Clinicianโs Perspective
…(2004), all those components are interconnected: Activation of one of them affects the other parts. For example, physical discomfort could increase physiological arousal and evoke angry feelings and thoughts, which…
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Five Steps to Help Young Adults Transition to Independence
…and access benefits, get internships and competitive employment, socialize enjoy dinners and weekend trips, and forge their own path toward independence. For more information, please contact 516-729-0066 or visit www.jccany/compass….
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The Importance of Integrative Care: Collaboration Among Therapists, Doctors and Family
…needs. Growing research examining integrated care shows that a coordinated, team-based approach allows a patient to benefit from a full range of expertise and is associated with better treatment outcomes…
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Traditional Education May Be the Biggest Barrier to a Meaningful Education
…coping skills. Teaching in the community allows for repeated practice to function within societal expectations and leads to a successful immersion into the community in which the student is actually…
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A Different Kind of Support: Soul Support A New Model for Meeting the Needs of Moms of Children on the Autistic Spectrum
…new freedom becomes available; a freedom to tell the truth. By witnessing each other with empathy, compassion, and humor, we learn new ways to be with ourselves and each other….
