Education and Skill Development
Many children with autism need additional educational and therapeutic supports to maximize their progress on skill development. To effectively advocate for your child, parents need to educate themselves on a variety of topics. This section contains articles that address education and skill development: therapeutic interventions, school law and procedures, and other ways to support your child.
School and IEPs
- NEW! New School Year Checklist
- NEW! Special Education: IEP Tips
- The Fundamentals of Special Education: What Parents Need to Know
- NEW! SMART IEP Goals
- NEW! Independent Assessments
- NEW! Inclusion
- NEW! IEP Transition Planning
- NEW! Behavior Issues at School: FBA, BIP, and Seclusion and Restraint
- Managing Behavior at School: FBA and BIP
- NEW! Special Education Conflict Resolution: Mediation and Due Process
- NEW! Autism and Bullying
- NEW! Homeschooling Your Child with Autism
- UPDATED! Must Schools Provide Meal Modifications for Students on Special Diets?
- UPDATED! Tips for Including Dietary Restrictions in Your Child’s IEP
- NEW! The GFCF Diet at School: Information for Awesome Teachers
- NEW! Early Childhood Intervention and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP)
Developing Skills
- NEW! Therapeutic Interventions
- NEW! Speech Issues: Therapeutic and Communication Options
- NEW! In-Home Therapy Programs
- NEW! Social Skills
- NEW! Facilitating Friendships
- NEW! Life Skills
- NEW! Executive Functioning Skills
- NEW! Job Skills
- NEW! Engaging with Your Child at Home
- NEW! What To Do During Summer Months
- Oral Motor Ideas
- Guide: Who Pays for What?
Evaluating Progress
Life After High School
Managing and Minimizing Behaviors
Other Resources
Newly Diagnosed
The Newly Diagnosed Page provides information and resources to help you navigate the first steps after your child has received an autism diagnosis.
Medical
The Medical Page has information about medical interventions for autism, including common co-occurring conditions, testing, and treatment options.
Diet
The Diet Page has all of the information you need to successfully implement a gluten and casein free diet, along with reasons why.
Support
Information about Finances, Scholarships, Grants and Crisis situations. Read family stories and learn from the experiences of others for holiday planning and more.
Home Life
Home Life has information related to
safety, holidays, family relationships,
budget, and estate planning.
Teens & Adults
The Preparing for Adulthood Page contains articles that address teen- and adult-related issues and services.
Programs & Services
Mentor Program
Through TACA's Parent Mentor Program, you can be matched with an experienced, trained TACA Parent Mentor for one-on-one support, guidance throughout the autism journey.
Online Support Group
TACA Hope and Help for Autism is a private, moderated Facebook group for parents of children with autism. This forum provides a supportive environment where parents can share experiences and gain insights about how to help their child live their best life.
Scholarships
Since 2006, TACA has been providing scholarships to families for medical and therapeutic interventions. Scholarship availability relies on the generosity of donors, foundations, and the fundraising efforts of TACA Chapters.
Chapters
TACA has local Chapters across the United States providing families affected by autism with education, resources and support. Chapters hold educational family events, meetings, seminars and/or Coffee Talks.
Webinars
TACA webinars are free and provide
education and information for parents in
a convenient, easy way.