Autism ToolKit

12/04/2025

The Autism ToolKit Needs You!

We're writing an article on navigating TRICARE when you have an autistic child. We have a draft written, but we need people who have experience with TRICARE to review what we wrote.

Do you have experience with TRICARE?

Are you willing to be a reviewer?

If your answer is yes and yes, let us know in the comments section or shoot us a DM!

Thank You!

12/03/2025

🎄✨ Looking for autism-friendly holiday events this season? We’ve put together a 2025 Christmas Events Guide for Autistic People and Families - and it’s packed with festive fun!

You’ll find sensory-friendly Santas, holiday parties, caroling events, adaptive gaming, and more across Greater Georgia and the Atlanta metro area. We’ve also included virtual options for families who prefer to celebrate from home.

Browse the full list and find the holiday event that’s right for your family! 🎅
➡️ https://www.autismtoolkit.org/resources/

12/03/2025

🎄✨ Our December Events Calendar is LIVE and it’s full of holiday fun! ✨🎄

We’ve gathered holiday events happening all across Georgia, so families everywhere can find something festive and welcoming close to home. From sensory-friendly celebrations to community gatherings, there’s something for everyone this season.

And if you prefer to join from home, we also have many FREE virtual events you can take part in from anywhere.

Explore everything December has to offer:
📅 www.autismtoolkit.org/events

11/27/2025

🧡🍁 **Happy Thanksgiving from AutismToolkit.org!** 🍁🧡

To all of our families with autistic children, teens, and adults, we’re wishing you a day filled with comfort, connection, and moments of joy that feel right for *your* family.

Holidays can look different for everyone, and that’s what makes them meaningful. Whether today is quiet and cozy or full of loved ones, we hope it brings peace, warmth, and time with the people who support and understand you most.

Thank you for being part of our community. We are grateful for you today and every day!

🦃💛 **Happy Thanksgiving!**
— *The AutismToolkit.org Team*

11/26/2025

Holiday Guide for Autistic Kids: Making the Season More Predictable, Calm, and Joyful!

The holidays can be magical, but they can also be overwhelming for autistic children. Changes in routine, unfamiliar people, travel, sensory overload, and shifting family schedules can all add stress during what’s supposed to be a joyful time.

Our new Holiday Guide for Autistic Kids walks caregivers through:
✨ Why the holidays can be challenging
✨ Practical strategies to make the season feel predictable
✨ Tips for preparing your child for changes and travel
✨ How to use visual schedules, social stories, downtime, and more
✨ Ways to help relatives understand your child’s needs

With a little planning and support, your family can create a holiday season that balances joy, comfort, and calm.

👉 Read the full guide here: https://www.autismtoolkit.org/resource/holiday-guide-for-autistic-kids/
❤️ Share with someone who might find this helpful!

11/19/2025

REMINDER! Our EarliPoint ECHO happening TODAY at noon! EarliPoint is an eye tracking technology that can detect autism in children from the comfort of the pediatrician's office. Georgia Medicaid accepts EarliPoint results, so Earlipoint can get kids into early intervention services!

This session is FREE and you can participate virtually.

It's not too late to sign up!

Sign up here: https://www.georgiaruralhealth.org/pro.../rural-autism-echo/

11/14/2025

📣 Don’t miss our upcoming Rural Autism ECHO session!

On November 19th, we’ll be presenting on EarliPoint, an FDA-authorized eye-tracking technology that can make autism diagnosis easier and more convenient for families—especially in rural communities.

EarliPoint collects eye-gazing data while a child watches short videos, giving clinicians objective insights into social and non-verbal development. That means families may no longer need to travel long distances or wait months for a specialist appointment. Faster, closer-to-home evaluation tools are becoming a reality.

If you’re a healthcare provider, educator, or community partner working to improve early autism identification, this is a session you won’t want to miss.

👉 Join the Rural Autism ECHO and learn how tools like EarliPoint can reduce barriers for families.

👉 Sign up to learn more about EarliPoint here: https://www.georgiaruralhealth.org/project-echo/rural-autism-echo/

11/01/2025

🕯️🌼 Happy Día de los Mu***os from The Autism ToolKit! 🌼🕯️

Today, we honor and celebrate the lives of loved ones who have passed, remembering them with love, color, and joy. 💛

Día de los Mu***os is a time to reflect, connect, and cherish the memories that continue to brighten our hearts.

May your day be filled with warmth, remembrance, and beautiful traditions. 💐

Visit us at www.autismtoolkit.org

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10/30/2025

📅 Our November Events Calendar is Live!

We’ve just updated our events calendar for November - and there’s a lot going on! 💙 Whether you’re looking to learn more about autism, connect with others, or find local support, we’ve got something for you.

🌐 Many of our events are virtual, so you can join in and learn no matter where you live!

👉 Check out the full list here: https://www.autismtoolkit.org/events/month/2025-11/

10/30/2025

If you live in the Dalton area and need a place for your daughter to practice social skills, BLOOM has a social skills group!

Spread the word to anyone that has a child that could benefit from these groups. New group begins on November 4th at 4 pm.

Caregiver feedback from previous groups:
"She is participating more at school and engaging more with her classmates. She has made new friends. At home, she is expressing her feelings better."

"She is greeting more and more people. She is taking turns with very little fights, and making friends easier."

10/30/2025

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from The Autism ToolKit! 👻🎃

We hope everyone has a fun and safe Halloween filled with treats, smiles, and sensory-friendly fun! 🍬💙

Whether you’re trick-or-treating, attending a community event, or celebrating at home, remember:

🕯️ Keep things calm and comfortable.
🎭 Practice costumes and routines ahead of time.
🍫 Offer familiar treats and snacks.
🚦 Stay visible and safe while out and about.

Wishing all of our families, friends, and community members a spooktacular night full of joy and understanding! 🌙✨

10/29/2025

REMINDER! We’re hosting a FREE virtual session on conditions that co-occur with autism today at noon!

You can still sign up! Visit us at: https://www.georgiaruralhealth.org/project-echo/rural-autism-echo/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNu8t9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHkIRye_RFp7KykfN-szLAyaw39xhiHeMDhYBSjI4fdYl7YQfPok-FjGoLUVn_aem_Wa5WpafDWoZZEywoa9U2Ag

Rural Autism ECHO: Strategies for Improving Health Care for Autistic Patients in Rural Georgia Families in rural communities often have limited access to information about autism, which can make it more challenging to recognize early signs and know how to respond to a child’s unusual behavior. Thi...