PARTNER RESOURCES

Alpine Learning Group:

alpinelearninggroup.org/programs/adult.asp
A general introduction to the adult program:

Autism Speaks:

www.autismspeaks.org/community/family_services/autism_in_the_workplace.php
Autism in the Workplace serves as a source of inspiration and resources for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, as well as for prospective employers.

www.autismspeaks.org/community/resources/index.php
Search for all types of resources by geographical area and category.

www.autismspeaks.org/community/family_services/grants.php#funded
Instructional summaries of some young/adult/adult programs Autism Speaks has funded.

Organization for Autism Research:

www.researchautism.org/resources/community/directory/search.asp 
Search for all types of resources by geographical area and category.

www.researchautism.org/resources/reading/documents/TransitionGuide.pdf 
A comprehensive guide about the transition to adulthood:

SARRC:

www.autismcenter.org/Vocational.aspx
Learn about SARRC’s vocational adult program:

UM-NSU CARD:

www.umcard.org/adult.php
Learn about CARD’s adult program and search the resource guide.

Easter Seals:

www.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ntlc8_autism_service_adult
Learn about their adult programs and resources.

The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation:

www.djfiddlefoundation.org/links.cfm
A resource guide arranged alphabetically.

www.djfiddlefoundation.org/grants.cfm
Information about programs developed and supported for adolescents and adults by The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation.

www.djfiddlefoundation.org/grant_docs.cfm
Download information on employment and community life.

www.djfiddlefoundation.org/health.cfm 
Download resources on health and wellness throughout the lifespan.

The Autism Program of Illinois:

www.theautismprogram.org/parents.asp
Find resources for different target populations.

RESIDENTIAL RESOURCES (all searchable databases)

www.autismlink.com/services

autism.about.com/od/adultsonthespectrum/a/housingehlert.htm

www.child-autism-parent-cafe.com/residential-placement.html

www.foundationforautismsupportandtraining.org/archway.html
Our primary focus is to offer clear guidance on how to establish quality-level housing in our communities for people with ASD across the entire spectrum.

SARRC: New Study Addresses Residential Options for Adults Living with Autism and Related Disorders

RECREATION/COMMUNITY INTEGRATION RESOURCES

thechp.syr.edu//pcmr.html: Building Stronger Communities for All: Thoughts About Community Participation for People with Developmental Disabilities

www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=204 : This government site provides links to information about recreation and travel for people with disabilities.

www.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ntl_directory_recreation : This is a directory of Easter Seals camping and recreation programs that serve children, adults and families of all abilities. If Easter Seals does not have a camp or recreation program in your area, they have provided links for you to find other local services providers.

www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1843108127/ref=nosim/vaporia : Creative Expressive Activities and Asperger's Syndrome: Social and Emotional Skills And Positive Life Goals for Adolescents And Young Adults

www.amazon.com/Housing-Support-Community-Disabilities-Participation/dp/1557660905/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1239721255&sr=8-1 : Housing, Support and Community: Choices and Strategies for Adults with Disabilities


VOCATIONAL RESOURCES

Adult Autism and Employment: A Guide for Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals
A Product of the University of Missouri's TACE Center

Project Search: Project SEARCH provides employment and education opportunities for individuals with significant disabilities. The program is dedicated to workforce development that benefits the individual, community and workplace.

www.whatcanyoudocampaign.org: What Can You Do? The Campaign for Disability Employment

www.amazon.com/Find-Works-People-Asperger-Syndrome/dp/1843101513/ref=cm_lmf_tit_4: How to Find Work That Works for People with Asperger Syndrome: The Ultimate Guide for Getting People With Asperger Syndrome into the Workplace (and Keeping Them There!)

autismatwork.org: Enabling People on the Autism Spectrum to Find Employment

www.WorkSupport.com : Information, resources and research about work and disability issues.

www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/184310766X/ref=nosim/vaporia Employment for Individuals With Asperger Syndrome or Non-Verbal Learning Disability: Stories and Strategies

www.familyresourcenetwork.org/content/services/gettingtowork/gettingtowork.html A program of the Family Resource Network providing comprehensive services by developming employment consistent with your interests, aptitude and training, connecting you to additional employment supports, and identifying funding sources to pay for those supports.

www.jan.wvu.edu/cgi-win/TypeQuery.exe?902 : A list of contact information for the Vocational Rehabilitation offices in each state. Vocational rehabilitation (VR), a state-supported division of services, assists individuals with disabilities who are pursuing meaningful careers. VR assists those individuals to secure gainful employment commensurate with their abilities and capabilities through local job searches and awareness of self-employment and telecommuting opportunities.

www.kansasemployability.com: The Business Resource For Disability and Employment in Kansas