a handbook for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders

Community SupportsAdult IssuesPlanning for the future, http://www.autismsociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=livingplanningAutism Living and Working, http://www.autismlivingworking.org/ALAW is demonstrating, through the Autism Pilot Program developed jointly with thePennsylvania Department of Public Welfare’s Office of Social Programs, that adults withAutism/Pervasive Developmental Disorder can be accommodated in order to live as valuedneighbors, workers, and full citizens of our CommonwealthCori’s Place, www.corisplace.org/Offers a structured curriculum of experiential learning, emotional growth, and leadershipopportunities.570-287-1237United Rehabilitation Services, Inc., http://www.ursweb.org/overview.htmlThe main focus of URS is work and meaningful employment. With the support of a highlytrained staff, a comprehensive plan of rehabilitation is developed to assist individuals withdisabilities in achieving vocational goals, objectives, and employment.570-829-3681AdvocacyABOARD (Advisory Board on Autism and Related Disorders), www.aboard.orgCommitted to “maximizing potential, maximizing possibilities” for children, adolescents, andadults with Autism. ABOARD offers information dissemination, a lending library, support groupsacross the state, and media communications.35 Wilson Street, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15233, 412-781-4116Advocacy and Resources for Citizens (ARC) with cognitive, intellectual, and developmentaldisabilities, www.thearcpa.orgLocal ARC chapters offer information about advocacy, community resources, outpatienttherapists, and support groups.The Arc of Northeastern PA115 Meadow Avenue, Scranton, PA 18505, 570-346-4010The Arc of Luzerne County183 Market Street, Suite 102B, Kingston, PA 18704, 570-714-6320