- Concentrate on empowering them rather than doing things for them.
- Educate yourself and practice empathy to understand their needs
- Be prepared to adapt your care as their needs change
- Tailor your care to their unique set of conditions if they have more than one disability
- Help them with self-care when needed, but give them space to do it on their own whenever possible
- Keep records of their reactions to the products they use
- Ask them to speak slowly and use fewer words if they are having trouble communicating
- Protect them from all forms of abuse
- Take care of yourself, too, so you will have the strength and stability to continue helping them
- Work with an Autism Support Coordinator to ensure they get all the services they need
