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The experience of being excluded, misunderstood or inadequately supported in times of grief has been increasingly recognized as common among autistic adults. Topics include processing the loss of a family member or loved one, death of an animal companion, non-death losses, preparing for funerals, and observing rituals of remembrance.
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Resources from Autism Speaks.
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Resources from the Washington State Attorney General's office designed to provide information regarding your options when a death occurs. Examples: death certificates, organ donation, funeral guidance.
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Federal Trade Commission consumer guidance.
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Although written from the point of view of helping kids with Autism to understand death, this resource can benefit those without Autism as well.
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The Journey Program is for any family who has experienced the death of a child. It provides support to help families cope with death, loss and the grieving process.
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This is a sample social story about death and grieving. It was written for a teenage boy, Eric, after his aide died.
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End of life care planning with people with learning disabilities
