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Tips for Facilitating Effective Communication Between Caregivers and Individuals with IDD

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of 1973’s Rehabilitation Act requires that physicians and all other healthcare providers effectively communicate with people with disabilities. But for those working in IDD care settings, communication barriers may arise. Abstract language: “Get ready to go.”

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Improving Employment for Workers With Autism

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Applied behavioral analysis (ABA) organizations who are serving adults need to understand where these opportunities exist to support clients seeking employment. One example of how companies do this is by providing multiple means of communication.

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Simple Tips: Anger Management for Autistic Children

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Parents, social workers and caregivers can help children on the autism spectrum manage their anger in healthy ways, using simple tips such as creating calm times, identifying triggers, teaching communication skills, modelling expected behaviour and using distraction techniques. What is an Autism Spectrum Disorder?