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Maryann Trott MA, BCBA Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Division One of the questions most often asked of the individuals that work in the Autism programs is “How early can you tell if a child has autism?” followed by “What are the signs?” According to Dr. Lauren Elder who is […]
There are many considerations during an individual with ASD’s transition into adulthood. Some of the areas include: Education At age 18, the individual with ASD will have the option of continuing until age 22 in receiving school transition services. This determination will be make during the IEP Transition Meeting. For […]
The Autism Family & Provider Resource Team can help! For a list of activities and services throughout the state for you and your family, please contact them at 505-272-1852 or toll free at 1-800-270-1861, or email them at HSC-AutismPrograms@salud.unm.edu. The New Mexico Autism Society offer community activities for teenagers, adults […]
The New Mexico Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Program is a state and federally funded program for families whose child is under the age of three that has or is at risk for a developmental disability or delay to receive early intervention services. It is not necessary to determine a diagnosis […]
The Autism Programs at the Center for Development and Disability offers a variety of training throughout the state of New Mexico. The training team is composed of experts in the field of autism. Every year, the training team focuses on a specific region in the state. Most trainings are no […]
The New Mexico Autism Society offers many activities and events that allow parents and families of children with ASD to connect with each other.For more information about The New Mexico Autism Society call (505) 332-0306. Or visit their Facebook Page. Parents Reaching Out and EPICS (Educating Parents of Indian Children […]
What is an IEP? Developing Quality IEPs 11 Considerations for Autism at IEP IEP committees must review the 11 considerations during the IEP meeting IEP Checklist ASD IEP Considerations Definitions Parents Rights Parent and Child Rights in Special Education
Knowing what the schools are required to provide, what families can ask the schools to do and/or expect from the public schools related to the education of students with Autism Spectrum disorders can be confusing! The resources/booklets below are designed to help with that understanding Educational Priorities and Educational Teaming […]
What is effective? Medical and Behavioral Treatments for ASD For more guidance about what interventions would be effective for your child with ASD, you might consider the following: There are a number of strategies and approaches to treatment for individuals with ASD. Interventions found to be effective are called Evidence […]