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Many individuals with autism thrive in structured, predictable environments.
Keeping things routine and communicating any expected changes are great ways to help those who benefit from this structure.
#Autism #Neurodivergence #Neurodivergent
Many individuals with autism thrive in structured, predictable environments.
Keeping things routine and communicating any expected changes are great ways to help those who benefit from this structure.
#Autism #Neurodivergence #Neurodivergent
On Sunday, my brother and I reset the house. He has favorite chores he likes to do, such as unloading the dishwasher and taking out the trash.
It's essential to embrace your client's or loved ones' interests and help them develop independence when possible.
#Autism #CaregiverTips
On Sunday, my brother and I reset the house. He has favorite chores he likes to do, such as unloading the dishwasher and taking out the trash.
It's essential to embrace your client's or loved ones' interests and help them develop independence when possible.
#Autism #CaregiverTips
Plan – Plan your lift mindfully.
Position – Center your body & feet correctly
Pick – Lift item using your legs, not back!
Proceed – Move towards the desired location.
Place – Set the object down safely.
safeti.com/podcast/manu...
Plan – Plan your lift mindfully.
Position – Center your body & feet correctly
Pick – Lift item using your legs, not back!
Proceed – Move towards the desired location.
Place – Set the object down safely.
safeti.com/podcast/manu...
For example, the T-Mobile store and our local game store are places my client will not go, so I will wait with him while my husband or someone else goes in.
#Autism, #AuDHD
Noise Management-Noise-canceling headphones, earplugs, white noise machines, auditory filters
For example, the T-Mobile store and our local game store are places my client will not go, so I will wait with him while my husband or someone else goes in.
Sometimes, it is really hard, and that is okay. It's important to let yourself express those feelings. We know you care for your clients/loved ones, but taking care of yourself is essential. Write or talk out those feelings.
#CaregiverTips
Sometimes, it is really hard, and that is okay. It's important to let yourself express those feelings. We know you care for your clients/loved ones, but taking care of yourself is essential. Write or talk out those feelings.
#CaregiverTips
If my brother isn't sure where something goes, he invents a place. This can make it challenging to find our stuff. One idea is to create some open bins in areas where this happens. We store some of our cooking tools in clear, open containers to help with this.
#CaregiverTips
If my brother isn't sure where something goes, he invents a place. This can make it challenging to find our stuff. One idea is to create some open bins in areas where this happens. We store some of our cooking tools in clear, open containers to help with this.
#CaregiverTips
Many people with autism communicate emotions differently, but they still feel them deeply.
People often ask how we communicate with my nonverbal brother. We learned his behaviors and routine and his likes and dislikes like anyone else.
#CaregiverTips
Many people with autism communicate emotions differently, but they still feel them deeply.
People often ask how we communicate with my nonverbal brother. We learned his behaviors and routine and his likes and dislikes like anyone else.
#CaregiverTips
I’ve been a caregiver for 16 years and love sharing experiences and learning from others. Whether you’re in a similar field or support a loved one with autism or non-verbal communication, let’s connect!
I’ve been a caregiver for 16 years and love sharing experiences and learning from others. Whether you’re in a similar field or support a loved one with autism or non-verbal communication, let’s connect!