Preparing Autism Service Providers for Natural Disasters and Other Emergencies

• By: Kelly Bermingham, MA, BCBA Easterseals Southern California Michael Wasmer, DVM, DACVIM Council of Autism Service Providers Maria R.S. Solis, MA, BCBA Sasaki Behavior Group Veronica Glickman, MA, MS, BCBA Autism Behavioral & Educational Services, Inc. Kristen Koba-Burdt, BCBA, LBA, CDP Dallas Star, MBA, CDE Jessica Brown, LCSW BAYADA
• July 12th, 2024
• disaster preparedness, emergency planning, providers, safety, Summer 2024 Issue, training
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When confronted with an emergency, people with autism spectrum disorder are at a greater risk for injury or death than their neurotypical peers. Many autistic children and adults lack safety awareness or the ability to follow basic safety rules. Even if they have these critical skills, each...