Safe and Inclusive Aquatics for Autistic Individuals: An Evidence-Based Approach to Water Safety and Skill Development

• By: Dr. Erin Brooker Lozott, BCBA-D, CCC-SLP Els for Autism Foundation®
• April 3rd, 2026
• aquatic programs, communication supports, family involvement, life skills development, social engagement, Spring 2026 Issue, swimming instruction, water safety
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Key Points Autistic individuals often experience significant barriers to recreation, limiting social engagement, physical development, and overall well‑being. Drowning risk remains a major safety concern, with autistic children being 160 times more likely to drown than their neurotypical...

Supporting Children with Autism Through the Early Childhood to School-Age Special Education Transition

• By: Ashlee M. Brown, PhD, BCBA, LBS West Chester University Regina Rausch, MA Ed RAISE Consulting, LLC
• January 5th, 2026
• communication supports, early childhood special education, family advocacy, individualized transition plans, preschool to kindergarten transition, school-age special education, sensory challenges, Winter 2026 Issue, young children
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The transition from Preschool to Kindergarten is a significant milestone in any child’s life. For children with disabilities, however, particularly children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it can be particularly complex (Marsh et al., 2017). It is a season filled with mixed emotions:...