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Caring for the Caregiver… in his or her life. To make it happen, you need to take care of yourself. Take a moment to ask yourself: Where does my support and strength come from? How am I really doing? Do I need to cry? Complain? Scream? Would I like some help but don’t … a great source of strength. If you can’t get out of the house, use the phone to call a friend. Consider joining a support group. It may be helpful to listen or talk to people who have been or are going through a similar experience. Support groups …

Assembling Your Team After a Diagnosis… It often takes a team of people to help support a person with autism. Your child’s team will consist of many different members. They will help you to address all … about your child’s treatment, education, recreation and health. Below is some helpful information on how to assemble this group of professionals. Medical team Your child should be supported by a pediatrician who understands developmental issues and who will serve as your child’s primary care provider. …