Supporting Autistic Adults with Mental Health Challenges
Jake Anthony is an AutismBC content collaborator and an advocate for people with diverse abilities.
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My Personal Experience with Individualized Autism Funding
Jake Anthony, an autistic self-advocate, shares his personal experience with Individualized Autism Funding and his concerns with the program’s announced ending. Jake is AutismBC’s Program […]
Guide to Accessing Financial Benefits as an Autistic Adult
If you’re a newly diagnosed autistic adult in BC, you may be wondering about accessing financial benefits and services that are available in the province. Jake Anthony, an autistic adult and AutismBC’s former Program Ambassador shares information and tips to help you get started.
Tips for Parents of Newly Diagnosed Children
Being the parent of a newly diagnosed autistic child can be overwhelming, to say the least. The road that lies ahead is uncertain, daunting, and […]
How do I support my adult autistic friend whose mental health is on a decline?
One of my friends is an autistic adult. Their mental health has declined over the last few months as a result of increased isolation. I […]
Helpful and Unhelpful School Experiences
Content Warning: Bullying, school system, mental health School can be a challenging place, especially when those around you don’t take the time to understand your […]
Jake Anthony, Stereotypes, and Advocacy
Why I Identify as a Person First I choose to identify as a person first (i.e. person with autism or individual on the spectrum). My autism […]
Why does the language we use to talk about autism matter?
In 1997, when I was four years old, doctors at Sunny Hill Hospital gave me the diagnosis “high-functioning autism, as well as having traits of […]
My Journey & Experiences with Accessibility
Accessibility is a huge word. The meaning and impact vary widely from person-to-person and community-to-community. This month, we will be sharing resources, tips, and lived […]