advice for parent of ASD/High functioning aspergers child

threedoglimit
Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:03:34 +0000

Some excellent advice from previous posters, and I would reiterate what you have already read: self-advocacy is the key to this transition. The Circle of Support program at WKU lists the following prerequisites for entering students with Autism:

Able to perform the following pre-college life skills:

Order and take medication independently
Get up independently and attend class
Independently manage a debit card
Keep dorm room clean
Independently perform routine hygiene routines
Independently wash clothes on a regular basis
Cook simple meals
Independently able to balance work versus leisure
Independently transition from preferred activities in order to complete responsibilities during free time
Independently manage sleep schedule

If your son is challenged by any of the above, perhaps start with teaching and incorporating these skills now?