Healthcare & Autism

Seeking healthcare for individuals with autism can be challenging. Please review this section for tips and tools for families and information on training for healthcare providers to improve the health and safety of everyone on the autism spectrum.

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Introduction to Healthcare & Autism

Gary Weitzen – Executive Director of POAC

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Healthcare & Autism

Medical interventions for individuals with autism can be extremely challenging. This video talks about these challenges and gives strategies for improving interactions between the medical community and individuals with autism.

Expectations and Strategies for Hospital Staff Training

This workshop addresses emergency room visits, extended hospital stays and outpatient procedures. It includes strategies for communicating effectively with patients with ASD, reducing anxiety for patients and their families, addressing sensory issues and problem behavior.

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My Health Report

FCIC’s My Health Report has been designed with feedback from family physicians to help individuals and family caregivers give relevant health information as efficiently as possible. This report is designed to be used at doctor’s office visits.

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My Health Passport

FCIC’s My Health Passport is a health advocacy document that describes the unique supports and preferences of an individual. It is designed to be shared with healthcare providers in hospital settings, especially for those who are not very familiar with providing care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

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Healthcare Resources

A collection of books and resources for medical professionals, parents, and individuals with ASD themselves to help navigate the world of healthcare and autism.

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Healthcare & Autism

Healthcare & Autism

Expectations and Strategies for Hospital Staff Training

My Health Report

My Health Passport

Healthcare Resources

Inquire About Healthcare & Autism Training

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