by CA Human Services | Jan 21, 2022 | Best Practice Blog, Work-Life Balance
College Living Experience: Post-Secondary Supports for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum What is the difference between college capable and college ready? For families of young adults on the Autism Spectrum, it often boils down to executive function skills,...
by Emma Rutstein | Jan 13, 2022 | Best Practice Blog
I am often asked what a person in my position as a counselor does. It is a job, a service really, that is difficult to describe in just a sentence or two. The term counselor can mean so many different things, and that is apt, because my job encompasses so many...
by Teal C. | Jan 11, 2022 | Views from the Spectrum
“Family is not about blood. It is about who is willing to hold your hand when you need it most.” While reading this quote from Arjun Sathwara, I thought about how I was raised and the family I was brought up in. I’m not related to any of the people who raised me by...
by Sarah Sheppard | Jan 6, 2022 | Best Practice Blog
Leading up to January 1 and well into the first month of the year, loved ones ask, “What are your New Year’s Resolutions?” Some of us have our thoughtful list of goals and wishes for the upcoming year at the ready. Resolutions for self-care, healthy habits,...
by CA Human Services | Dec 27, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum
Leading up to January 1 and well into the first month of the year, loved ones ask, “What are your New Year’s Resolutions?” Some of us have our thoughtful list of goals and wishes for the upcoming year at the ready. Resolutions for self-care, healthy habits,...
by anonymous_B | Dec 17, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum
Just like neurotypical folks, adults with autism can struggle financially to meet their needs and goals. This is especially true as autistics are often under and unemployed. The following is a blog shared with CA by a regular contributor. She describes herself as an...
by Teal C. | Dec 8, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum, Work-Life Balance
As a kid, I always had a difficult time with challenges even before I was diagnosed with autism. Challenges are all over the place and can come in various forms, from big to small. As an autistic person, while change has gotten easier over time, it is still something...
by anonymous_B | Dec 6, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum
Most people have gone through periods of low self-esteem or self-worth. It happens across all genders, ages, income levels, and disABILITIES. Nuerodivergent adults have a higher occurrence of struggling with with this than their neurotypical peers. The following blog...
by Cameron Kelley | Nov 23, 2021 | Best Practice Blog
The holidays can be a stressful time of year, especially for those with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. That’s why we at CA Human Services have developed our help for the holidays guide. The tips below will help you plan holiday events with the...
