How to have a Happy Halloween with #autism

The noise, and colour and excitement and crowds at Halloween can be quite challenging for children with #autism.  So with the countdown underway here are some useful links to advice, information and apps to make the day more fun for everyone!

How to prepare and practice:

http://www.parents.com/blogs/to-the-max/2012/10/03/autism/making-halloween-fun-for-kids-with-autism/

http://support.autism-society.org/site/PageServer?pagename=halloween_tips

Apps to get your child in the mood:

http://www.appymall.com/

And finally this might be helpful for some kids…

(from the Sound of Silence at http://www.facebook.com/soskai)

If your child needs an iPad please check out Hearts and Minds:

Website: http://www.heartsandmindsphones.co.uk/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/HeartsAndMindsUK
Twitter: @handmchallenge

This scheme began in Ireland: http://www.autismirelandphones.ie/