Recently Diagnosed
Having your child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder can be emotionally challenging to parents, siblings and other family members. You may have just received a diagnosis as an adult and don’t know where to go next. As a lifelong disability, Autism will alter the course of your lives — and can strain relationships, finances, self-worth, even your hopes and dreams.
That’s why it’s vital that you and your family follow these steps to a better place, living and loving with Autism.
1. Accept
There’s a good chance you and your family will experience a period similar to “mourning” following your diagnosis. After all, your child’s (or your’s if recently diagnosed) life course has just changed. But that doesn’t mean all is lost, or that you/your child can’t grow, prosper and have a happy life. The process begins the moment you accept.
2. Support
As with anything new or unusual, having access to other individuals who’ve “been there and done that” is a huge benefit. That’s why joining our community and becoming a member of Autism United of Wisconsin is so important. Doing so, you’re welcomed as part of a network of parents, adults on the spectrum, physicians, educators and other advocates who can support you, encourage you and help you and your loved one get where you need to go.
3. Learn
Through the many resources of our organization, as well as the most recent and relevant information online, you’ll want to learn all you can about Autism, condition, care, education and support. In fact, our free “New to Autism” class is a great starting point (you can learn more or register here), or you can request a “New to Autism” kit below that’s complete with valuable facts, resources, experiences and expertise you can access anytime.
4. Love
Love yourself. Love your child. Love your family. Stay strong. Stay united. Above all else, these are the most important things you control, and you can do. And please remember: we’re here for you — together, today and tomorrow.
New to Autism Class Now Available!
This presentation is designed for Spanish- Speaking caregivers. This is a free event open to the public of those who have recently been diagnosed with Autism. The presentation covers basic information of Autism Spectrum Disorder, and how to get started on the path for your family to support your child in finding tools that will be helpful for their development. Having the opportunity to ask your questions at the end of the presentation.
Nuevo en el Autismo, presentado en español Spanish New To Autism Class
Esta presentación está diseñada para cuidadores de habla hispana. Este es un evento gratuito abierto al público de aquellos que recientemente han sido diagnosticados con Autismo. La presentación contiene información básica sobre el Trastorno del Espectro Autista y cómo iniciar el camino para que su familia apoye a su hijo en la búsqueda de herramientas que sean útiles para su desarrollo. Teniendo la oportunidad de hacer sus preguntas al final de la presentación.
We are here to help. Call our free help line at 414-988-1260 or send an email to info@autism-united.org if you are not sure where to start making connections with a recent diagnosis.
