The Essential Guide to Safe Travel-Training for Children with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities by Dr. Desiree Gallimore

The Essential Guide to Safe Travel-Training for Children with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities

Paperback | English | Published 2017 by Jessica Kingsley Publishers

The Essential Guide to Safe Travel-Training for Children with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities

Independent and safe travel is a crucial life skill for children and young people with autism and intellectual disabilities. Being able to travel confidently opens doors to fulfilling work, leisure activities, and personal growth, while fostering greater independence and inclusion in society.

This practical guide by Dr. Gallimore offers parents, caregivers, and professionals a simple, effective five-step system to teach safe travel skills tailored to children of all ages and abilities. Focusing on each child’s unique goals, challenges, and fears, the book provides essential tools and strategies to prepare for every journey with confidence. It also helps caregivers understand when to encourage independence and when to provide support.

Addressing common obstacles such as anxiety, sensory sensitivities, and safety concerns, this guide outlines the precautions needed to protect children and those around them during travel. Enriched by Dr. Gallimore’s extensive expertise as a psychologist, mobility specialist, and travel trainer, this resource is invaluable for anyone committed to empowering children with autism or intellectual disabilities to travel safely and independently.

Book Details:

• Audience: Parents, caregivers, and professionals
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2017
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Country of Publication: UK