Profound Autism Day Hab Special Interest Group Meeting

Moderated by Judith Ursitti

Although organizational differences may exist and regulations differ across state and local governments, identifying service standards can enable meaningful outcomes for profoundly autistic adults.

Quality indicators include evidence-based assessment and intervention, priority on developing adaptive skills across life contexts, engagement in meaningful recreation and leisure, interdisciplinary collaboration, and competently trained employees.

The presenters will provide an overview of how their two organizations differ in size and model, but similarly define their respective service standards aligned with core quality indicators.

Undoubtedly, barriers exist for adult service providers, so thoughtful examination of enablers can allow organizations to move forward. In this session, the presenters will invite attendees to examine their barriers and enablers, share experiences and successes, and identify some solutions to influence change in their organizations.