Autism: Aging Out travels across Pennsylvania to show the successes and challenges individuals and families face when a person with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) turns 21 and navigates new pathways to joining the workforce; living situations; health and wellness; and social engagement. Among the organizations featured in the documentary: Autism Urban Connections Inc., Community Integrated Services, Autism Runs, and Achieva. To see related videos and to explore a list of resources, visit www.wqed.org/autism.
Segments:
00:00 Introduction
1:55 Maddie's Story - Job Coaching
6:56 Kellen's Story - Aging out and the challenges to accessing services
15:18 Autism Urban Connections, Inc. - Unique considerations for people of color and accessing services for Autism Spectrum Disorder
19:18 Increased risks for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder when they intersect with the criminal justice system
23:26 Timmy's story - Social engagement and inclusion for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder
28:08 Credits
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