Helpful Links
This is a loose collection of links that I will add to on occasion.
(Click the Home page to get the broader background story. See Insights/Hike Update News for updated reflections and outdoor activity information. Click Hikes and browse the list or check the Quick View Hike List for a summary of hike listings. Feel free to share hikingautism.com with those who may enjoy it. To receive hikingautism.com updates, click the HikingAutism Facebook page and click Follow.)
Various park services in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond:
Golden Gate National Recreation Area, National Park Service treasure with sites in several counties: www.nps.gov/goga/index.htm
California Department of Parks and Recreation, for information on visiting parks, including camping reservations: www.parks.ca.gov
San Francisco Recreation and Park, Parks and Open Spaces in a city rich in options for outdoor adventures: sfrecpark.org/parks-open-spaces/
County of Marin Parks, including a variety of state parks, open space preserves, and county parks: www.marincounty.org/recreation/parks-in-marin
County of San Mateo Parks Department, check under the list of parks for a long list of outdoor sites to visit: parks.smcgov.org
East Bay Regional Park District, offering a wide range of parks over multiple counties: www.ebparks.org/parks
Special Needs Information Support in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond:
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities offers a wide variety of information and support services. https://www.supportforfamilies.org
Pomeroy Recreation & Rehabilitation Center provides a variety of programs for people with special needs, children and adults. https://www.prrcsf.org/our-mission
UC Davis Mind Institute is a premier research organization focusing on neurodevelopmental disorders. www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute/
Special Needs Nutrition:
Julie Matthews offers helpful nutrition for special needs issues in her Nourishing Hope web site. nourishinghope.com
Miscellaneous disabilities support links sent in by readers, for the most part most recent listed from the top (to be listed by category in future):
Beginning backpacker guide, scout troop contribution from Marlene and Conner
https://www.journeys.com/articles/guide-for-beginner-backpackers
Backpacking for beginners guide, from Julien:
https://www.outdoorsgenerations.com/backpacking-beginners/
"Variety pack" of helpful autism related links, from Linda:
How to Explain Autism to Children
https://indyschild.com/how-to-explain-autism-to-children/
Creating the Ultimate Sensory Room for Your Toddler
https://localbabysitter.com/creating-the-ultimate-sensory-room-for-your-toddler/
Top Safety Tips and Products for Kids With Autism
https://www.verywellhealth.com/top-autism-safety-tips-and-products-4143117
How to Stop Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from Wandering
https://www.steppingstonesca.com/single-post/2017/10/14/How-to-stop-children-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-from-wandering
How Nutrition Impacts Children With Autism
https://thefoodoasis.com/how-nutrition-impacts-children-with-autism/
12 Popular Games Adapted for Children with Autism
http://blog.stageslearning.com/blog/12-popular-games-adapted-for-children-with-autism
18 Social Skills Activities for Kids with Autism and Sensory Issues
https://www.merakilane.com/18-social-skills-activities-for-kids-with-autism-and-sensory-issues/
Info on disaster preparedness while camping and hiking, from Jessica:
https://online.rider.edu/online-masters-degrees/master-health-communication/disaster-preparedness-while-camping-and-hiking/
Internet safety related information for those on the spectrum, from Matthew:
https://www.wizcase.com/blog/internet-safety-guide-for-people-with-autism-spectrum-disorders/#8
Information on remodeling and retrofits with accessibility in mind, from Hermann:
https://porch.com/advice/all-about-accessibility-remodeling-and-retrofits#remodeled
Information links related to sleep and autism, sent from Phoebe:
https://www.terrycralle.com/how-sleep-affects-autism/
https://www.terrycralle.com/best-foods-to-eat-before-bed-for-better-sleep/
https://www.terrycralle.com/sleep-and-your-immune-system/
Sleep and Disabilities: Everything You Should Know, from Jennifer:
https://www.mattressclarity.com/blog/sleep-disabilities-everything-should-know/
Career and Employment Resources for People with Disabilities, from Maggie:
https://www.fiscaltiger.com/career-and-employment-resources-for-people-with-disabilities/
Designing the Perfect Home Playroom for Children with Autism, from Heather:
https://productdiggers.com/autism-playroom/
A Guide to Smart Home Tech for the Disabled and Elderly, from Lora:
https://www.thereviewsinsider.com/guide-to-smart-home-tech-for-the-disabled-and-elderly/
Helpful information regarding Autism and Dental Care, from Jamie:
https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/autism-and-dental-care/
Various autism related links sent from Lisa of https://www.neighborhoodsprout.org:
How to Explain Autism to Typical Kids (and Lots of Others While You're At It)
https://www.whattoexpect.com/wom/family-life/how-to-explain-autism-to-typical-kids-and-lots-of-others-while-you-re-at-it.aspx
How Do You Know When Your ASD Child is Being Bullied?
https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/how-do-you-know-when-your-asd-child-is-being-bullied/
How to Create the Ultimate Playroom for a Child with Autism
https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/how-to-create-the-ultimate-playroom-for-a-child-with-autism/
7 Rockin’ Sensory Play Activities for Kids on the Spectrum
https://www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com/7-rockin-sensory-play-activities-kids-spectrum/
Ways to Help Your Child With Autism Fit In Socially
https://www.verywellhealth.com/autistic-child-social-tips-260371
Sensory Friendly Birthday Party Activities for Children with Autism
https://koriathome.com/birthday-party-activities-for-children-with-autism/
Home Improvement Resources for the Elderly and Disabled, from Alex:
https://www.rtacabinetstore.com/resources/disabled-home-improvements/
Information on addiction issues related to disabilities, from John:
https://delphihealthgroup.com/addiction-and-disabilities/
Additional information on addiction issues contributed from Sam:
https://www.rehabspot.com/Opioids
Fully Accessible Guide to Smart Home Tech for Disabled and Elderly, from Lauren:
https://www.reviews.com/blog/fully-accessible-guide-to-smart-home-tech/
Outdoor sensory play, backyard accessibility/safety, from Beth:
https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/disability-friendly-backyard-for-kids/
Remodeling a home for people with disabilities, from Sarah:
https://www.yourbestdigs.com/guide/disability
Moving Tips for Seniors and People With Disabilities, from Kelly:
https://www.lifestorage.com/blog/moving/moving-tips-seniors-disabilities/
A new collection of great autism information links from Christy of http://wondermoms.org
Accommodations for Students with Autism
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/students-with-autism
Guide to Better Sleep for Kids with Autism
https://www.sleepjunkie.org/autism-and-sleep
Autism Resource Center
https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/resource_centers/autism_resource_center/home.aspx
Creating an Autism Friendly Home
https://www.bigrentz.com/blog/sensory-friendly-home-modifications-autism-sensory-processing-disorder
Autism Support Network Resources
http://www.autismsupportnetwork.com/resources
Planning a Move with Autism
https://www.yourstoragefinder.com/moving-with-autism
30 Ways to Celebrate Autism Awareness Month
https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/30-ways-to-celebrate-autism-awareness-month/
Autism and Travel
https://www.thezebra.com/traveling-autism/
A mom from wondermoms.org (special needs info site by moms in the know!) was kind of enough to share with hikingautism.com some of the very helpful websites on special needs transition to adulthood issues that their organization researched. Thank you to wondermoms.org for sharing!
Here is their web link and their helpful link list in its entirety, as submitted:
Tenants Rights and Housing Assistance for the Disabled
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/renters-rights-and-housing-assistance-for-people-with-disabilities
Managing Your Child’s Transition to Adulthood
http://www.mychildwithoutlimits.org/act/life-planning/managing-your-childs-transition-to-adulthood/
Transition to Adulthood: Home Remodeling for Young Adults with Special Needs
https://www.bigrentz.com/how-to-guides/home-modifications-young-adults-special-needs
Special Needs Checklist: How Disability-Friendly is Your City?
https://www.yourstoragefinder.com/special-needs-checklist-how-disability-friendly-is-your-city
Vocational Training for Adults with Special Needs
https://www.vocationaltraininghq.com/best-vocational-training-programs-disabled/
A member of Forever Curious (http://forevercurious.org, librarians and educators curating educational resources on the web) recently shared a list of links relating to a range of issues for people with various disabilities.
Helpful link list from forevercurious.org, shared in entirety as submitted:
Gateway
http://www.lowvision.org/introduction_to_the_low_vision_g.htm
Managing Sensory Processing Issues At Home
http://www.airfiltersdelivered.com/sensory-processing-disorder
Cleaner Indoor Air & Chemical Sensitivities
https://www.cleanerindoorair.org/
Home Modifications and Selling Your Home
https://www.homecity.com/home-modifications-and-selling-your-home
Special Needs Safety Around Construction Sites
https://www.bigrentz.com/how-to-guides/keeping-seniors-special-needs-individuals-safe-around-construction-sites
Renters’ Rights for People with Disabilities
http://civilrights.findlaw.com/discrimination/rental-housing-rights-for-disabled-tenants.html
Moving for Seniors and People with Disabilities
https://www.sparefoot.com/self-storage/blog/19898-moving-advice-for-seniors-and-people-with-disabilities/
Guide to Finding Credible Medical Advice
https://online.arbor.edu/blog/guide-finding-credible-medical-information-advice/
Handy info link on efficient packing for long excursion backpackers, thanks to hiking class teacher DS for the share:
https://www.angieslist.com/articles/ultralight-backpacking-keeping-packing-list-short.htm
(Click the Home page to get the broader background story. See Insights/Hike Update News for updated reflections and outdoor activity information. Click Hikes and browse the list or check the Quick View Hike List for a summary of hike listings. Feel free to share hikingautism.com with those who may enjoy it. To receive hikingautism.com updates, click the HikingAutism Facebook page and click Follow.)
Various park services in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond:
Golden Gate National Recreation Area, National Park Service treasure with sites in several counties: www.nps.gov/goga/index.htm
California Department of Parks and Recreation, for information on visiting parks, including camping reservations: www.parks.ca.gov
San Francisco Recreation and Park, Parks and Open Spaces in a city rich in options for outdoor adventures: sfrecpark.org/parks-open-spaces/
County of Marin Parks, including a variety of state parks, open space preserves, and county parks: www.marincounty.org/recreation/parks-in-marin
County of San Mateo Parks Department, check under the list of parks for a long list of outdoor sites to visit: parks.smcgov.org
East Bay Regional Park District, offering a wide range of parks over multiple counties: www.ebparks.org/parks
Special Needs Information Support in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond:
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities offers a wide variety of information and support services. https://www.supportforfamilies.org
Pomeroy Recreation & Rehabilitation Center provides a variety of programs for people with special needs, children and adults. https://www.prrcsf.org/our-mission
UC Davis Mind Institute is a premier research organization focusing on neurodevelopmental disorders. www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute/
Special Needs Nutrition:
Julie Matthews offers helpful nutrition for special needs issues in her Nourishing Hope web site. nourishinghope.com
Miscellaneous disabilities support links sent in by readers, for the most part most recent listed from the top (to be listed by category in future):
Beginning backpacker guide, scout troop contribution from Marlene and Conner
https://www.journeys.com/articles/guide-for-beginner-backpackers
Backpacking for beginners guide, from Julien:
https://www.outdoorsgenerations.com/backpacking-beginners/
"Variety pack" of helpful autism related links, from Linda:
How to Explain Autism to Children
https://indyschild.com/how-to-explain-autism-to-children/
Creating the Ultimate Sensory Room for Your Toddler
https://localbabysitter.com/creating-the-ultimate-sensory-room-for-your-toddler/
Top Safety Tips and Products for Kids With Autism
https://www.verywellhealth.com/top-autism-safety-tips-and-products-4143117
How to Stop Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from Wandering
https://www.steppingstonesca.com/single-post/2017/10/14/How-to-stop-children-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-from-wandering
How Nutrition Impacts Children With Autism
https://thefoodoasis.com/how-nutrition-impacts-children-with-autism/
12 Popular Games Adapted for Children with Autism
http://blog.stageslearning.com/blog/12-popular-games-adapted-for-children-with-autism
18 Social Skills Activities for Kids with Autism and Sensory Issues
https://www.merakilane.com/18-social-skills-activities-for-kids-with-autism-and-sensory-issues/
Info on disaster preparedness while camping and hiking, from Jessica:
https://online.rider.edu/online-masters-degrees/master-health-communication/disaster-preparedness-while-camping-and-hiking/
Internet safety related information for those on the spectrum, from Matthew:
https://www.wizcase.com/blog/internet-safety-guide-for-people-with-autism-spectrum-disorders/#8
Information on remodeling and retrofits with accessibility in mind, from Hermann:
https://porch.com/advice/all-about-accessibility-remodeling-and-retrofits#remodeled
Information links related to sleep and autism, sent from Phoebe:
https://www.terrycralle.com/how-sleep-affects-autism/
https://www.terrycralle.com/best-foods-to-eat-before-bed-for-better-sleep/
https://www.terrycralle.com/sleep-and-your-immune-system/
Sleep and Disabilities: Everything You Should Know, from Jennifer:
https://www.mattressclarity.com/blog/sleep-disabilities-everything-should-know/
Career and Employment Resources for People with Disabilities, from Maggie:
https://www.fiscaltiger.com/career-and-employment-resources-for-people-with-disabilities/
Designing the Perfect Home Playroom for Children with Autism, from Heather:
https://productdiggers.com/autism-playroom/
A Guide to Smart Home Tech for the Disabled and Elderly, from Lora:
https://www.thereviewsinsider.com/guide-to-smart-home-tech-for-the-disabled-and-elderly/
Helpful information regarding Autism and Dental Care, from Jamie:
https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/autism-and-dental-care/
Various autism related links sent from Lisa of https://www.neighborhoodsprout.org:
How to Explain Autism to Typical Kids (and Lots of Others While You're At It)
https://www.whattoexpect.com/wom/family-life/how-to-explain-autism-to-typical-kids-and-lots-of-others-while-you-re-at-it.aspx
How Do You Know When Your ASD Child is Being Bullied?
https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/how-do-you-know-when-your-asd-child-is-being-bullied/
How to Create the Ultimate Playroom for a Child with Autism
https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/how-to-create-the-ultimate-playroom-for-a-child-with-autism/
7 Rockin’ Sensory Play Activities for Kids on the Spectrum
https://www.werockthespectrumkidsgym.com/7-rockin-sensory-play-activities-kids-spectrum/
Ways to Help Your Child With Autism Fit In Socially
https://www.verywellhealth.com/autistic-child-social-tips-260371
Sensory Friendly Birthday Party Activities for Children with Autism
https://koriathome.com/birthday-party-activities-for-children-with-autism/
Home Improvement Resources for the Elderly and Disabled, from Alex:
https://www.rtacabinetstore.com/resources/disabled-home-improvements/
Information on addiction issues related to disabilities, from John:
https://delphihealthgroup.com/addiction-and-disabilities/
Additional information on addiction issues contributed from Sam:
https://www.rehabspot.com/Opioids
Fully Accessible Guide to Smart Home Tech for Disabled and Elderly, from Lauren:
https://www.reviews.com/blog/fully-accessible-guide-to-smart-home-tech/
Outdoor sensory play, backyard accessibility/safety, from Beth:
https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/disability-friendly-backyard-for-kids/
Remodeling a home for people with disabilities, from Sarah:
https://www.yourbestdigs.com/guide/disability
Moving Tips for Seniors and People With Disabilities, from Kelly:
https://www.lifestorage.com/blog/moving/moving-tips-seniors-disabilities/
A new collection of great autism information links from Christy of http://wondermoms.org
Accommodations for Students with Autism
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/students-with-autism
Guide to Better Sleep for Kids with Autism
https://www.sleepjunkie.org/autism-and-sleep
Autism Resource Center
https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/resource_centers/autism_resource_center/home.aspx
Creating an Autism Friendly Home
https://www.bigrentz.com/blog/sensory-friendly-home-modifications-autism-sensory-processing-disorder
Autism Support Network Resources
http://www.autismsupportnetwork.com/resources
Planning a Move with Autism
https://www.yourstoragefinder.com/moving-with-autism
30 Ways to Celebrate Autism Awareness Month
https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/30-ways-to-celebrate-autism-awareness-month/
Autism and Travel
https://www.thezebra.com/traveling-autism/
A mom from wondermoms.org (special needs info site by moms in the know!) was kind of enough to share with hikingautism.com some of the very helpful websites on special needs transition to adulthood issues that their organization researched. Thank you to wondermoms.org for sharing!
Here is their web link and their helpful link list in its entirety, as submitted:
Tenants Rights and Housing Assistance for the Disabled
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/renters-rights-and-housing-assistance-for-people-with-disabilities
Managing Your Child’s Transition to Adulthood
http://www.mychildwithoutlimits.org/act/life-planning/managing-your-childs-transition-to-adulthood/
Transition to Adulthood: Home Remodeling for Young Adults with Special Needs
https://www.bigrentz.com/how-to-guides/home-modifications-young-adults-special-needs
Special Needs Checklist: How Disability-Friendly is Your City?
https://www.yourstoragefinder.com/special-needs-checklist-how-disability-friendly-is-your-city
Vocational Training for Adults with Special Needs
https://www.vocationaltraininghq.com/best-vocational-training-programs-disabled/
A member of Forever Curious (http://forevercurious.org, librarians and educators curating educational resources on the web) recently shared a list of links relating to a range of issues for people with various disabilities.
Helpful link list from forevercurious.org, shared in entirety as submitted:
Gateway
http://www.lowvision.org/introduction_to_the_low_vision_g.htm
Managing Sensory Processing Issues At Home
http://www.airfiltersdelivered.com/sensory-processing-disorder
Cleaner Indoor Air & Chemical Sensitivities
https://www.cleanerindoorair.org/
Home Modifications and Selling Your Home
https://www.homecity.com/home-modifications-and-selling-your-home
Special Needs Safety Around Construction Sites
https://www.bigrentz.com/how-to-guides/keeping-seniors-special-needs-individuals-safe-around-construction-sites
Renters’ Rights for People with Disabilities
http://civilrights.findlaw.com/discrimination/rental-housing-rights-for-disabled-tenants.html
Moving for Seniors and People with Disabilities
https://www.sparefoot.com/self-storage/blog/19898-moving-advice-for-seniors-and-people-with-disabilities/
Guide to Finding Credible Medical Advice
https://online.arbor.edu/blog/guide-finding-credible-medical-information-advice/
Handy info link on efficient packing for long excursion backpackers, thanks to hiking class teacher DS for the share:
https://www.angieslist.com/articles/ultralight-backpacking-keeping-packing-list-short.htm