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Encouraging Independence

Autism, Transition

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Ellen and Steve Kester sharing how they support independence for their son with autism.

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    El Futuro

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    Encouraging Independence

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    Establecimiento de Metas

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    Fomentando la independencia

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    Habilidades Sociales

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    Hopes and Dreams

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    Necesidades de los padres para la planeación de la transición

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    Parent Interviews

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    Parental Needs for Transition Planning

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    Setting Goals

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    Social Skills

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    Sueños y Esperanzas

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    The Future

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