CARE Program
This program allows caregivers to learn about autism spectrum disorder from experts at the Munroe-Meyer Institute through videos and supplemental materials that answer caregiver-generated questions.
CARE is an acronym Community Autism Resource Education.
The program is currently offered to the public at no cost.
Program Focus
- Symptoms of autism spectrum disorder.
- Strategies to support your child’s communication and fine motor skills.
- Strategies to increase appropriate behavior and decrease unwanted behavior.
- Managing picky and selective eating.
- Resources in the community.
Introduction
This video offers an overview of MMI's self-directed Community Autism Resource Education program and provides ways to connect with the participating professionals.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Learn common symptoms of autism spectrum disorder, the differences between medical diagnosis and educational verification and explore some common interventions.
Video length (7:59)Autism Spectrum Disorders video
Autism Spectrum Disorders video (Spanish)
Supplemental Materials
- Temple Grandin, The World Needs All Kinds of Minds (1:27)
- PEERS® Program Overview (2:41)
- PEERS® Example Lesson (51:27)
Speech, Language, Communication
Review key components of communication, including speech, language, and communication. Compare private and school-based speech services, and explore common intervention approaches.
Video length (5:05)
Speech, Language, Communication video
Speech, Language, Communication video (Spanish)
Supplemental Materials
- Parent Coaching (2:27)
- School-Based Speech Language Therapy (2:43)
Occupational Therapy
Learn about occupational therapy, compare private and school-based occupational therapy services and explore common ways occupational therapists support children with autism spectrum disorder.
Video length (12:17)
Behavior
Explore the reasons why problem behavior commonly occurs.
Video length (14:41)
Feeding
Consider typical feeding and learn to identify signs to know when it may be appropriate to connect with a provider.
Video length (7:02)
Supplemental Materials
- Eating Healthy with MyPlate (food groups)
Community Resources
Explore a variety of resources available for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
Video length (9:24)
Community Resources video (Spanish)
Supplemental Materials
Patricia K. Zemantic, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Director of Autism Diagnostic Clinic, Munroe-Meyer Institute iCASD
Assistant Professor, MMI integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Board Certified Behavior Analyst