ASD Training Program

32-Hour Online Caregiver Training Program
Specialized for Senior Patients Living Independently

As life expectancy increases, a growing number of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are entering their senior years. Many are living independently, often alone, and require specialized, informed, compassionate support.

PAPAChalet Inc. proudly introduces a 32 hour comprehensive online caregiver training program designed specifically to equip caregivers with the tools, emotional intelligence, and structured techniques required to support aging adults with ASD.

This program bridges:
• Autism care
• Senior care
• Independent living support
• Behavioral understanding
• Crisis prevention
• Family communication

Our mission is simple: To ensure seniors with ASD can live safely, confidently, and with dignity in their own homes.

32-Hour Online Caregiver Training Program
Specialized for Senior Patients Living Independently

MODULE 1:
Understanding Autism in Aging Adults
(4 Hours)

• Overview of ASD across the lifespan
• Differences between childhood ASD and aging ASD
• Masking behaviors in seniors
• Late diagnosis in older adults
• Cognitive changes vs autism traits

MODULE 2:
Sensory Processing & Environmental Adjustments (4 Hours)

• Sensory sensitivity in older adults
• Sound, lighting, touch considerations
• Creating calm living environments
• Home modification strategies
• Safety assessments

MODULE 3:
Communication Techniques
(4 Hours)

• Literal vs abstract communication
• Processing time and pacing
• Non-verbal cues
• Avoiding triggering language
• Structured conversation methods

MODULE 4:
Behavioral Support & De-escalation
(4 Hours)

• Identifying triggers
• Anxiety cycles
• Meltdown vs shutdown
• De-escalation protocols
• Documentation techniques

MODULE 5:
Executive Function & Daily Living Support (4 Hours)

• Routine creation
• Visual schedules
• Medication reminders
• Financial awareness
• Grocery and meal planning systems

MODULE 6:
Co-Existing Conditions in ASD Seniors
(4 Hours)

• ASD + Dementia
• ASD + Depression
• ASD + OCD
• ASD + PTSD
• ASD + Anxiety Disorders

MODULE 7:
Crisis Prevention & Emergency Response (4 Hours)

• Wandering prevention
• Emotional breakdown response
• Emergency communication planning
• Hospital interaction guidelines
• Legal considerations

MODULE 8:
Professional Ethics, Family Communication & Self-Care (4 Hours)

• Confidentiality
• Boundaries
• Reporting obligations
• Family updates
• Caregiver burnout prevention
• Emotional regulation techniques

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

✔ Understand Autism Spectrum Disorder in aging populations
✔ Recognize sensory processing differences in seniors
✔ Implement structured routines that reduce anxiety
✔ Prevent and de-escalate behavioral crises
✔ Communicate effectively with ASD seniors
✔ Support executive functioning and daily living skills
✔ Address co-existing conditions (anxiety, depression, dementia)
✔ Apply trauma-informed care principles
✔ Coordinate with families and healthcare providers
✔ Maintain caregiver professionalism and emotional resilience

ASD Caregiver
Training Program Application

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32-Hour Online Caregiver Training Program Specialized for Senior Patients Living Independently

32-Hour Online Caregiver Training Program Specialized for Senior Patients Living Independently

MODULE 1: Understanding Autism in Aging Adults (4 Hours)

MODULE 2: Sensory Processing & Environmental Adjustments (4 Hours)

MODULE 3: Communication Techniques (4 Hours)

MODULE 4: Behavioral Support & De-escalation (4 Hours)

MODULE 5: Executive Function & Daily Living Support (4 Hours)

MODULE 6: Co-Existing Conditions in ASD Seniors (4 Hours)

MODULE 7: Crisis Prevention & Emergency Response (4 Hours)

MODULE 8: Professional Ethics, Family Communication & Self-Care (4 Hours)

ASD Caregiver Training Program Application

32-Hour Online Caregiver Training Program
Specialized for Senior Patients Living Independently

32-Hour Online Caregiver Training Program
Specialized for Senior Patients Living Independently

MODULE 1:
Understanding Autism in Aging Adults
(4 Hours)

MODULE 2:
Sensory Processing & Environmental Adjustments (4 Hours)

MODULE 3:
Communication Techniques
(4 Hours)

MODULE 4:
Behavioral Support & De-escalation
(4 Hours)

MODULE 5:
Executive Function & Daily Living Support (4 Hours)

MODULE 6:
Co-Existing Conditions in ASD Seniors
(4 Hours)

MODULE 7:
Crisis Prevention & Emergency Response (4 Hours)

MODULE 8:
Professional Ethics, Family Communication & Self-Care (4 Hours)

ASD Caregiver
Training Program Application