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Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas This Year! | Blog The Christmas season is upon us and with that comes expectations and busyness that many autistic people find anxiety provoking. The holidays mean changes in the schedule, visitors, crowds, line-ups, noise, and socializing. Meeting family demands can be especially nerve-wracking, particularly if you want to break with time-honored traditions that just don’t work for an autistic person. Here are a few ideas for making the holidays happy and a little less stressful. 
AUTISM GROWN UP Guardianship + Alternatives Toolkit from the Lifespan Toolbox This free resource is for all ages and across all members of the autism community. We answer questions and share info for self-advocates, families, professionals, and community members to get on the same page! The toolkit includes access to the rest of the Lifespan Toolbox, including other toolkits on autism + important lifespan topics. 
Portuguese Support Group| Grupo De Suporte Virtual Para Pais Que Falam A Língua Portuguesa 6:30-8:30 p.m. | December 20th Portuguese Speaking Families are invited to join our monthly virtual support group to meet new families and share the joys and challenging of raising a child on the autism spectrum and learn about the latest autism information and resources. This group is led by the Autism Alliance Parent/Professional team members and guests.
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