We may not be able to gather for annual parades and big firework
displays, but we can still enjoy the long holiday weekend responsibly.
In this edition of E-Speaks you'll learn tips to enjoy an
autism-friendly July 4, helpful resources to prevent wandering and
related incidents and other tips to ensure your child on the spectrum
can safely enjoy a summer of fun in the sun.
Ensuring safe summer celebrations
Summertime brings sunshine, celebrations and, for many people with
autism and their families, opportunities to wander from safety. More
than half of people with autism wander from safety ([link removed] )
at some point, and studies show that many are at risk for drowning ([link removed] ). While the current pandemic has many families staying closer to home
this year, take some time to re-visit your family's wandering
emergency plan ([link removed] ) and how to prevent wandering ([link removed] ) and related tragedies. Read through our collection of safety resources, or download our Autism Safety Kit ([link removed] ) for easy-to-use planning guides.
Tips for an autism-friendly Fourth of July
Our annual Fourth of July celebrations may look a bit different this
year due to social distancing and COVID-19 related restrictions, but
that doesn't mean your family can't safely enjoy the
festivities. Here are some helpful tips to make this holiday a success: [link removed]
Making your own fun this summer
James Guttman is the father of two children, a nonverbal
eight-year-old with autism and a non-stop-verbal eleven-year-old
without autism. In this blog, he explains how your family can still make memories that will last a lifetime this summer if you use your imagination: [link removed]
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