All parents and families want their loved ones to be safe. When emergencies happen, we all react, but in various ways. Some people panic, others shut down,  and there are hundreds of reactions in between. People with Autism and other disabilities may have reactions that are unique to them and can be misunderstood. By sharing our knowledge about the exceptionalities of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), we hope to help to make hard situations easier. 

We are the Autism and Disability Advocacy Team (ADAT) LLC. Angie, Jenn, and Chelsea are friends and colleagues who have collectively worked in the field of Autism and Disabilities for a long time😉 We feel passionate about sharing our expertise and experiences with First Responders (and others). Our purpose is to help foster understanding of individuals who have ASD and related disabilities through education. Please email Angie at autismadvocacyohio@gmail.com if you are interested in a presentation. If you have any resource suggestions that you would like to see added to this site, please reach out. Check back frequently for updates!