Family Resource Hub

Family Support and Well-Being

Supporting your family starts with taking care of yourself. These OCALI resources are designed to help families and caregivers nurture wellness, strengthen connections, and make daily routines smoother for everyone.

Whether you are looking for simple activities to do together, ways to build trust, or tips for handling both the good times and the challenges, you will find practical ideas here. You can also hear from other families, including what has worked for them and where they had to adjust along the way.

Many of these resources are part of larger collections, but this is a great place to begin and continue exploring the wider collection when you are ready. Resources will be added over time, so you can keep finding fresh ideas to support your family’s well-being.

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Advice from Parents Series

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Hear from parents and siblings as they share their experiences with autism, from their initial reactions and effective strategies to their best advice for families.

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Autism Center Grab n’ Go Resource Gallery: Family/School Communication Forms

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These forms are a simple, effective tool to help families and schools share positive updates and important information about your child.

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Autism Center Grab n’ Go Resource Gallery: First-Then Board

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This visual support shows what the individual will do first and then what to do next. These easy-to-use boards can be made to match the individual's communication mode.

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The Best Version of You: Everyday Tips to Promote Self Care

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With changes to daily routines and responsibilities, it can be hard to find balance while caring for others. Here are some simple tips to promote a healthy self every day.

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Children’s Books on Autism- Family Focus
PK-5

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This collection of books is designed to help kids and teens understand autism, diversity, friendship, and inclusion.

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First Concerns About Child Development: What Parents Need to Know

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Many parents have concerns about their child’s learning and development throughout their life. This tool provides helpful information for parents of children ages 3-21.

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Ohio PROMISE A Family’s Guide to Engagement

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This guide offers families and professionals information to enhance family engagement and support children with delays and disabilities in reaching their full developmental and educational potential.

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