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Travel and vacation information for families with autism considerations
Travel creates change. Travel can involve visiting family and friends or going on a family vacation. Problems emerge easily when environments change, routines are broken and there are lots of unexpected surprises. This department will explore ways to create successful travel experiences for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. With some careful planning and preparation the experiences can be very successful.
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Vacationing with an Autistic Child
Venice Kichura
Tips for Traveling with Children with Special Needs. Just because your child is autistic doesn't mean you can't take him (or her) on a family vacation. It just takes more advance preperation when traveling with a child with special needs. Disney World may be ideal for most kids, but if your autistic child panics at the sight of scary rides or is sensitive to sudden noises, it's probably not a good idea. . . .
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Autism and Vacation: Solving the Dilemma
Lauren Padgett
For many families the words "autism" and "vacation" never go together. But we've discovered how to combine the two in a way that's helped us all! Problems with autism and vacation In too many family situations, autism and vacation are an impossible idea. There are many reasons for this: Need for familiar - A person with autism does best when there are no surprises, a steady routine, and an environment that's familiar, all of which can be a challenge while on vacation. Visits aren't relaxing - "Visiting", whether with family or friends, can create an exhausting situation for the parents or caregivers of the autistic person, because they can end up spending virtually ALL their time keeping things from getting broken and keeping track of their child, instead of enjoying a "visit". . . .
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