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Home & Family
In the Home & Family section of the CAR Autism Roadmap™, you will learn:
- How to prepare for life cycle events (such as the birth of a new baby, moving to a new home, or separation and divorce)
- How to prepare for holiday celebrations, birthday parties, and play dates
- How to find childcare and respite
- How to support siblings
- How to teach hygiene and other self-care habits, including toilet learning and sex education
- How to foster independent living
- Residential options available to adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
The Home & Family section of the CAR Autism Roadmap™ answers many questions you may have and may help you to prepare for the unexpected. Use the filter options on the left side of your screen below to narrow article selections by categories.
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Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Social Stories™ describe an event or situation with the intent of explaining the circumstances, perspectives, and expected behaviors that occur during the event or situation. To be effective, Social Stories™ should be highly individualized. Usually...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
We all need time to refresh ourselves, to have fun, relax, and laugh. Recreation is a part of every family’s life, whether it means a quick stop off at the neighborhood play ground or an elaborate trip to Disneyland. Planned, scheduled rest and...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
All parents need time away from the kids to appreciate and enjoy each other’s’ company. Parents of kids on the autism spectrum are no exception. Yet these parents in particular may feel guilty leaving their children behind. Remember, though, that...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
What do you do for yourself? Once you are sure the children are safe and accounted for…. Relax and take some time for yourself. Bowling night? Lunch with a friend? A quiet cup of coffee and thumbing through a magazine? Next time the children are...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Respite is a temporary break or relief from something that is trying or difficult. Raising a child on the autism spectrum can be both trying and difficult. Maybe because you work so hard all the time you haven’t thought about respite, or maybe...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Use simple terms when talking to your son about urinating and bowel movements. Explain that there are things we do to keep us clean and healthy every time we use the bathroom. Teach your son: Everyone uses the bathroom to urinate and to have bowel...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
As part of personal hygiene and good grooming, everyone needs to wash daily. Showers are most frequently the selected way of keeping clean. Determine the best time of day for your child to take a shower. Showering before bed may be better rather than...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
For many boys, shaving is one of those coming of age activities. It signifies growing up and becoming a man. Yet boys on the autism spectrum may not relish the changes that come with puberty, particularly ones that so drastically affect their...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Boys grow and develop (both mentally and physically) at different rates and ages. It is important to know when the "right" time is to begin talking with your son about his development. Ideally, you should begin introducing your son to his body...
Last updated on Jun 4, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Hair care is a necessary part of the grooming and hygiene routine. Style, length, and interest will help to determine your son's personal preference. The following are things that can be considered which may help with this personal hygiene routine...