Fraser Expertise & Information

Fraser clinicians have decades of experience with autism spectrum disorders. These resources may be of use to parents and caregivers.

2013 Autism Resource Directory [Birth – 12Yr (PDF)] [12Yr+ (PDF)] — This valuable directory is a must-have for any family with a child who has an autism spectrum disorder. Updated each year by the experts at Fraser, this directory focuses on services available in the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

Developing Interests and Play Skills for Children with Autism (PDF) — Ideas to help children expand their interests and incorporate strong interests into a more appropriate and adaptable style of play.

Developing Appropriate Coping Skills in Children with Autism (PDF) — Ideas to help develop more functional and appropriate behaviors.

Enhancing Social Interactions in Children with Autism (PDF) — Promoting positive interactions with peers and adults through attachment techniques.

How To Make a Weighted Blanket (PDF) — Weighted blankets can calm and comfort a child with autism or other special needs.

How To Make a Travel-Sized Weighted Blanket (PDF)

How To Make a Weighted Stuffed Animal (PDF)

How To Use Visual Wait Supports (PDF) — Most children have difficulty waiting, and this is particularly difficult for children with autism and other development disorders. Pictures are helpful for children to communicate their wants and needs.

Navigating Autism with MSP — A joint program created by Fraser, the Minneapolis Airport Commission, and the Autism Society of Minnesota that guides individuals with autism and their families through the steps of an airport visit, from walking in the door, to finding their seat on a plane.

Reducing Holiday Stimulation (PDF) — Ideas to help lessen the inevitable increased stimulation and stress associated with the holiday season.

Tips For Potty Training (PDF) — Potty training is a milestone marking a child growing up, learning self-care skills and independence. These tips can make training easier for parent and child.

Using Music Therapy to Reach Developmental Goals (PDF) — Children of all abilities and ages can benefit from music therapy. These tips will help you incorporate music therapy into your child’s life. For more information, visit our Music Therapy page.

Writing a Social Script (PDF) — Social scripts are short scripts written for people with autism to help them navigate social situations. Follow these guidelines to write a simple and effective social script.

For many decades, Fraser School has been serving children of all needs. These documents may be of use to parents and caregivers.

Behavior Guidance for Young Children (PDF) — Punishment can have a negative effect on a child’s self-esteem. There are better methods to help children develop problem-solving skills and change a pattern of bad behavior.

Making Back-to-School easier (PDF) — Ideas to help children and adults smooth the transition from summer flexibility to a stricter school routine.

Tips for Taming Tantrums (PDF) — Tips for dealing with challenging child behaviors without losing your cool.

Tips For Potty Training (PDF) — Potty training is a milestone marking a child growing up, learning self-care skills and independence. These tips can make training easier for parent and child.

Using Music Therapy to Reach Developmental Goals (PDF) — Children of all abilities and ages can benefit from music therapy. These tips will help you incorporate music therapy into your child’s life. For more information, visit our Music Therapy page.

Fraser has partnered with Delta Dental of Minnesota to develop a variety of materials for children with special needs and their families to be able to cope with dental anxiety.

At Home:

Choosing a Toothbrush for Your Child (PDF)

Create a Visual Communication Board (PDF)

Creative Methods for Brushing Teeth (PDF)

The Importance of Oral Health (PDF)

Improving Sensory Tolerance for Brushing Teeth (PDF)

Nutrition and Oral Health (PDF)

Music Therapy: Songs for Brushing Teeth (PDF)

Teeth Grinding and Jaw Clenching (PDF)

Writing a Social Script (PDF)

At the Dental Office:

Choosing a Dental Provider (PDF)

Communication Tools For Dental Visits(PDF)

Successful Dental Visits (PDF)

For the Dental Professional:

How Oral Sensory Processing Affects Dental Care (PDF)

Providing Dental Care to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (PDF)

Fraser works closely with families to serve their children. These resources may be of use to parents and caregivers.

Balancing Career and Family (PDF) — Balancing career and family is a juggling act many parents perform each week. These tips may give you new ideas to help keep your life in balance.

Have a Fun and Safe Halloween (PDF) — The excitement of Halloween can be overwhelming, especially for children with special needs. These tips will help your child have a fun and safe Halloween.

Making Back-to-School easier (PDF) — Ideas to help children and adults smooth the transition from summer flexibility to a stricter school routine.

Making Outings Less Stressful (PDF) — For some children, going on outings and running errands can be stressful. The following tips can help make outings less stressful for both children and parents.

Navigating Autism with MSP — A joint program created by Fraser, the Minneapolis Airport Commission, and the Autism Society of Minnesota that guides individuals with autism and their families through the steps of an airport visit, from walking in the door, to finding their seat on a plane.

Planning For An Emergency (PDF) — No one likes to think about an emergency threatening the health and safety of loved ones, but they do sometimes arise. Here are some ways to be better prepared to handle one.

Reducing Holiday Stimulation (PDF) — Ideas to help lessen the inevitable increased stimulation and stress associated with the holiday season.

Strengthening Sibling Relationships (PDF) — These tips can help parents foster and strengthen the relationship between siblings with special and typical needs.

Tips for Taming Tantrums (PDF) — Tips for dealing with challenging child behaviors without losing your cool.

Tips For Dads (PDF) — Fathers play an important role in the lives of their children. Here are a few tips for building a strong relationship between father and child.

Tips For Potty Training (PDF) — Potty training is a milestone marking a child growing up, learning self-care skills and independence. These tips can make training easier for parent and child.

Using Music Therapy to Reach Developmental Goals (PDF) — Children of all abilities and ages can benefit from music therapy. These tips will help you incorporate music therapy into your child’s life. For more information, visit our Music Therapy page.

Fraser serves children and adults with a variety of special needs. These documents may be of use to parents and caregivers.

Advice to Parents on Receiving a Special Needs Diagnosis (PDF) — These tips are provided by parents who have been through the experience of having a child diagnosed with special needs.

Advocating on your Child's Behalf (PDF) — Advocacy is about identifying problems and negotiating solutions. These tips are designed to help parents when advocating for children with special needs.

FAQ: Down Syndrome (PDF) — Some frequently asked questions about Down syndrome, a genetic diagnosis that causes delays in physical and intellectual development.

How To Make a Weighted Blanket (PDF) — Weighted blankets can calm and comfort a child with autism or other special needs.

How To Make a Travel-Sized Weighted Blanket (PDF)

How To Make a Weighted Stuffed Animal (PDF)

Person-First Language (PDF) — Using "person-first" terminology is important when talking to or about someone with a special need or disability. Generally, always put the person before the disability (i.e., "person with a disability" rather than "disabled person").

Strengthening Sibling Relationships (PDF) — These tips can help parents foster and strengthen the relationship between siblings with special and typical needs.

Tips For Potty Training (PDF) — Potty training is a milestone marking a child growing up, learning self-care skills and independence. These tips can make training easier for parent and child.

Using Music Therapy to Reach Developmental Goals (PDF) — Children of all abilities and ages can benefit from music therapy. These tips will help you incorporate music therapy into your child’s life. For more information, visit our Music Therapy page.

Writing a Social Script (PDF) — Social scripts are short scripts written for people with autism to help them navigate social situations. Follow these guidelines to write a simple and effective social script.