Autism Awareness Month Day 8

Fact #8: As we continue our exploration of autism and Down Syndrome dual diagnosis, uncover today’s often surprising fact that students can be given an educational verification of autism and get supports at school without a medical diagnosis of autism. Conversely, a student may get a medical diagnosis of autism and not qualify for an IEP or certain services. This last one is very rare in the ds community as most of our population already qualify for an iep, however the medical diagnosis can help change the supports offered to make sure the unique needs of the student are being met. #dsaane   #autismacceptance #inclusionmatters #downsyndrome #autism