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Equipped for Success: Supporting Autistic Kids with the Right Tools

Equipped for Success: Supporting Autistic Kids with the Right Tools

Update: 2025-04-29
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In this episode of the Perfectly Autistic Podcast, we're diving into the world of tools, devices, and resources that truly make a difference in the daily lives of autistic kids. From sensory-friendly gear to communication aids and classroom supports, we explore what it means to be equipped for success. Whether you're a parent, educator, or caregiver, you'll hear practical advice and personal insights on choosing the right tools to support comfort, learning, and self-expression. Tune in to discover how the right resources can help autistic children thrive—in their own unique way.

Medical Supplier options (Durable Medical Equipment Provider):

https://www.numotion.com/ (Haven & Cubby Bed)

https://www.wonace.com/ (Cubby Bed)

 

Beds Covered by Insurance:

https://cubbybeds.com/ (Difficult to get covered by Medicaid)

https://bedsbygeorge.com/bed/ (Easy to get covered by Medicaid)

https://safeplacebedding.com/ (safety bed and travel bed)

https://safetysleeper.com/ (Travel bed)

 

Incontinent Supplies Covered by Medicaid:

https://aeroflowurology.com/ (Bed pads, gloves, diapers/pull ups (Covered by Medicaid))

https://www.activstyle.com/ (Bed pads, gloves, diapers/pull ups (Covered by Medicaid))

 

Reusable Diapers :

https://superundies.com/

Communications Tools 

Special Supplies Talking AAC Wandhttps://a.co/d/43zXQmV

My Communications Bookhttps://a.co/d/fpQImmj

Sensory toys/aids

Silicone Bead Breakaway Necklaceshttps://a.co/d/g9iqWmm

Wonder sense Pack of Five Dino Chewy Breakaway Necklacehttps://a.co/d/3WyeBm8
Flare Calmer kids earbudshttps://a.co/d/1UNxhPF
Canopy to security and light blockinghttps://a.co/d/hOr2JqE
Pod Swinghttps://share.temu.com/Skxc39TA3RC
Matlandin Gymnastics mat https://share.temu.com/U2CBRZpywZC
Climbing Holdshttps://share.temu.com/gqrH6Z3cMaC
Special supplies Sensory Brusheshttps://a.co/d/dNvLLHD
Sensory Basics Compression shirthttps://a.co/d/j3zBJIZEmotional Regulation ResourcesThe Big, Big Feelings Activity Book https://a.co/d/hE1TjMl
The Boy with Big, Big Feelingshttps://a.co/d/bqYrvePSocial-emotional Learning for Autistic Kids 5-10https://a.co/d/hV7V47K
Routine/Homeschool Resources

Weekly File organizer Wallhttps://a.co/d/hV7V47K
Handwriting with Tearshttps://a.co/d/3hLd2QS
Sign language Posterhttps://a.co/d/dw9NtmC
Shapes puzzle https://share.temu.com/AUfzifbfwWC

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Equipped for Success: Supporting Autistic Kids with the Right Tools

Equipped for Success: Supporting Autistic Kids with the Right Tools

Ashley Barbour and Lexie Fitzpatrick