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Accommodations and Support
St. Tammany Health System has created social stories for an autistic individual/individual with autism who might find entering the hospital or clinic unsettling and unfamiliar. Social stories are tools used to increase communication and exchange information safely, respectfully, and meaningfully. While using written and visual cues, social stories effectively provide guidance and increase understanding of what to expect during an upcoming visit or a procedure.
Video modeling is similar to social stories yet provides real-life or action-like visuals instead of pictures. These effective accommodations can decrease social stress by preparing the autistic individual/individual with autism on what to expect in face-to-face interactions. Video modeling also prepares one for the sensory environment by demonstrating what to anticipate or what to do when overstimulated.
In this video, “What to expect when visiting the St. Tammany Health System Bone and Joint Clinic,” the parent and child demonstrate the routine for a typical visit. One will see activities such as how to enter the building, wait for the nurse, and what to expect during an exam from the doctor. We hope this video helps you feel more comfortable during your visit; enjoy!
In this video, “What to expect when getting an X-ray,” the parent and child demonstrate the steps involved in getting an X-ray, such as positioning your body, staying still, and working with the X-ray technician. We hope this video helps you feel better prepared for your visit!
In this video, “What to expect when getting a cast,” a cast technician completes each step of putting on a cast, including the cast liner, cast padding, and cast material. We hope this video helps you know what to expect when getting a cast.
In this video, “What to expect when getting a cast removed,” one can observe the steps and tools used to remove a cast, such as a cast saw and scissors. The video will also prepare you for the noise of the cast saw. We encourage you to bring headphones from home if the noise is too loud!
“What to expect when getting a brace or boot” is a short video of what to anticipate when getting fitted for a brace or boot at the St. Tammany Health System Bone and Joint clinic.
In this video, "What to expect when visiting the St. Tammany Pediatric Clinic: Well Visit," the parent and child demonstrate the routine for a typical well visit. One will see activities such as entering the building or waiting for the nurse or doctor, obtaining vital signs, vision, and hearing screens, as well as steps to the physical examination. You will also see how our staff uses visual schedules to aid communication and encourage participation if needed. We hope this video helps you feel comfortable and provides the knowledge that we are here to listen to and help you with your healthcare needs!
We understand that visiting the doctor can sometimes feel scary or make one feel anxious, especially when they do not feel well. In this video, "What to expect when visiting the St. Tammany Pediatric Clinic: Sick Visit," the parent and child demonstrate the routine for a typical sick visit. One will see activities such as entering the building or waiting for the nurse or doctor, obtaining vital signs, what to expect when your nose or throat needs swabbing, or tools used, like the doctor's stethoscope, during an examination. You will also see how our staff uses visual schedules to aid communication and encourage participation if needed. For example, you can say stop or tap the "stop" sign whenever you need a break, and the doctor will listen. We hope this video helps you feel prepared for your upcoming visit. We hope you feel better soon!
In this video, “What to expect when visiting the St. Tammany Parenting Center,” a parent and child demonstrate a typical day at our facility, beginning with check-in. One will see some exciting activities to enjoy during free play, such as children playing on the indoor climber playsets with slides, enjoying the indoor kitchen, and playing with various puzzles and toys. The video also demonstrates how to share and take turns with friends and what to expect when participating in one of our interactive classes. We hope this video gives you guidance, support, and confidence to play at the St. Tammany Parenting Center!
Autism is a spectrum, just like a rainbow is a spectrum of visible light, full of wonder and opportunity too. This April, St. Tammany Health System will be sharing our support for autistic individuals/individuals with autism in our community.
