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The Autism Guidebook for Washington State was developed through the efforts of the Caring for Washington Individuals with Autism Task Force, a Governor appointed group comprised of parents and professionals, established in 2005 by the Washington State Legislature.

The Legislature instructed the Autism Task Force in 2007-2008 to compile information for and draft a Washington State guide for individuals with autism—birth through lifespan—as described in the Task Force's 2006 recommendations.

Patterned after the Ohio Service Guidelines for Individuals with ASD/PDD, Birth through Twenty-One, this book contains a wealth of relevant information for families, educators, medical professionals, care providers, and others who make informed decisions about individual care of children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disorders.

Autism Guidebook for Washington State: A Resource for Individuals, Families and Professionals
(PDF, 3.47MB)

Guidebook Divided in Sections:

Introduction (PDF, 202KB)

Table of Contents (PDF, 165KB)

Chapter 1: User Guide (PDF, 138KB)

Chapter 2: Introduction to Autism (PDF, 133KB)

Chapter 3: Defining Autism (PDF, 252KB)

Chapter 4: Medical Aspects (PDF, 333KB)

Chapter 5: Essential Components of Instruction (PDF, 102KB)

Chapter 6: Essential Components of an Instructional Program (PDF, 386KB)

Chapter 7: Community Transition (PDF, 248KB)

Chapter 8: Beyond Academics - Future Planning Issues (PDF, 195KB)

Chapter 9: Autism Awareness Training in the Community (PDF, 168KB)

Chapter 10: Advocacy (PDF, 192KB)

Appendix (PDF, 681KB)

1. Child Find Information  (PDF, 129KB)

2. WA System of Services for Individuals with ASD, Ages Birth to 3 and Their Families (PDF, 131KB)

3. Special Education - Three Through Five (PDF, 150KB)

4. Least Restrictive Environment & Natural Environment (PDF, 174KB)

5. Inclusion  (PDF, 102KB)

6. Functional Behavior Assessment  (PDF, 178KB)

7. Instructional Accommodations and Modifications  (PDF, 160KB)

8. Education Best Practice Guideline Checklist (PDF, 214KB)

9. Implications for the Education System (PDF, 129KB)

10. Choosing Treatment Options (PDF, 147KB)

11. American Academy of Pediatrics - Clinical Guidelines on Autism (PDF, 215KB)

12. American Academy of Neurology & Neurology Society - Guideline for Clinicians (PDF, 192KB)

13. Tips for Making an Oral Care visit Successful for the Client With Autism (PDF, 169KB)

14. Frequently Used Terminology (PDF, 226KB)

15. References and Resources (PDF, 283KB)

16. Getting Connected: Internet and Phone (PDF, 208KB)

Autism Lifespan Resource Tree (PDF, 126KB)

Autism Lifespan Resource Directory (PDF, 143KB)

 

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