Latest posts tagged with #autismsafety on Bluesky
Today, the National Autism Safety Council is officially live.
We're deeply grateful to everyone who helped bring NASC to life, including our close to 40 board and advisory board members. Here's to a safer world for #autism.
www.autismsafetycouncil.org
#AutismSafety #SaferWorldForAutism
Trauma is not defined by the event, but by the nervous system’s experience of it.
This is why trauma-informed care is critical for autistic individuals.
Education leads to prevention. 💙
#autism #autismsafety #traumainformedcare #firstresponders #healthcare #NASC #saferworldforautism
Dr. King reminds us that silence in the face of injustice allows harm to continue. Abuse. Neglect. Assault. Mistreatment. Discrimination. These are not easy topics to hear or talk about, but that is precisely why we must.
#autism #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #theaudacitytobelieve
NASC will officially launch in 2026. We're working behind the scenes with this simple, yet powerful goal at the heart of everything we're building.
#autismsafety #saferworldforautism
Catatonia can occur in people with ASD, causing sudden changes in movement, speech, and behavior. It can be tricky to diagnose, but early recognition is critical since it is highly treatable.
To learn more, visit www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/c/cat...
#autism #autismsafety
Wandering/elopement is an exceptionally complex safety issue, and one that families and educators are doing their best to navigate.
#autismsafety #SearchWaterFirst
From all of us at the National Autism Safety Council, Merry Christmas and Happiest of Holidays to all!
#autismsafety
Christmas can be loud, busy, and full of routine changes. These tips can help make the holiday safer and calmer for autistic children and adults.
#AutismSafety #WanderingPrevention #ElopementPrevention
Some great rescues this week, including this one. Kudos to these first responders!
#autismsafety
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Far too many #autism families live in isolation to limit risk and avoid unsafe interactions. Recognizing this is the first step toward building safer, more inclusive communities.
#autismsafety #safeinteractions #listentofamilies #normalizeaccommodations #saferworldforautism
Research shows that 63% of children with autism, ages 6 to 15, are bullied at some point in their lives.
For bullying prevention tools, tips, worksheets, and more, visit www.pacer.org/Bullying/
#autismsafety #bullyingprevention #saferworldforautism
Important indicators to look for in toddlers and preschoolers with autism so adults can #StayOneStepAhead.
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #SearchWaterFirst #saferworldforautism
Newer studies confirm that social/relational bullying is among the most common for those with #autism, sometimes more so than physical bullying.
#autismsafety #bullyingprevention #saferworldforautism
www.autismparentingmagazine.com/recognizing-...
Keep Thanksgiving safer by increasing home security, assigning one adult for supervision, reducing sensory overload, supporting restricted eaters, using visual schedules, planning breaks, and preparing relatives in advance. A little planning goes a long way. #autismsafety
That's the world.
#saferworldforautism #autismsafety #safeinteractions #abuseprevention #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #drowningprevention #bullyingprevention #suicideprevention #traumainformed
“If someone acts differently than you would expect them to act, that doesn’t always mean that there’s a criminal element. There could simply just be a disability that you cannot see.”
#autismsafety #saferworldforautism
www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/11/20/f...
Another rescue out of #Ohio -- what an incredible collaborative effort!
#autism #autismsafety #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #autismdrowningprevention #SearchWaterFirst #7isacrisis
www.wlwt.com/article/pier...
And protections shouldn’t silence dignity. Both must exist together. #autismsafety #saferworldforautism
Bravo to this good Samaritan for being alert, and staying with the young man until police arrived. It takes a community.
#autismsafety #saferworldforautism #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention #7isacrisis
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A world full of kindness is the kind of world all of humankind deserves. <3
#kindnessalways #autismacceptance #autismsafety #saferworldforautism #WorldKindnessDay
Bravo to Elliot the K9 and Craven County deputies -- well done!
#autism #autismsafety #wanderingprevention #elopementprevention
It was wonderful presenting to the 369k school in NYC this morning! Big thanks to the parent coordinator for putting this virtual workshop together. If your PTA/PTO would like to host a similar workshop for parents, please write to info@autismsafetycouncil.org.
#autismsafety #wanderingprevention
We're a different kind of #autism organization -- focused solely on the safety and well-being of those with autism and their families. Stay tuned as we work to advance autism safety through science, expertise, and collaboration.
#SaferWorldForAutism #autismsafety
While our organization may be new, our team is comprised of leading experts with decades of experience in all areas of #autism safety.
We're excited for this next chapter, and building a safer world for our autism community.
#AutismSafety #SaferWorldforAutism
Drowning is the leading cause of death for autistic kids in Canada — but it doesn’t have to be. As a speech-language pathologist/speech therapist & former lifeguard, I share inclusive water safety tips for families.
🌊 Read: communicatingtogether.ca/%F0%9F%8C%8A...
#AutismSafety #WaterSafety #SLP
