TOOLS

Tools and Apps Directory

A curated, opinionated directory of tools that autistic people and families actually use. No affiliate links. No rankings based on advertising. Organized by function.

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AAC Apps

Augmentative and Alternative Communication — for autistic people who use non-speech or supplemental communication.

Proloquo2Go →

Symbol-based AAC app. Widely used in schools. Available on iOS.

TouchChat →

Robust AAC app with multiple vocabulary sets. iOS and Windows.

Snap Core First →

Tobii Dynavox AAC app. Symbol-based with activity rows.

Cough Drop →

Open-source AAC platform. Web, iOS, Android. Free tier available.

Visual Schedules and Planning

Tools that support predictability, transitions, and executive function through visual structure.

Choiceworks →

Visual schedule, waiting, and feelings boards. iOS.

First Then Visual Schedule →

Simple first/then board for transitions. iOS.

Time Timer →

Visual countdown timer. App and physical device. Reduces time blindness anxiety.

Sensory Regulation

Apps and tools for sensory-based self-regulation.

Calm →

Breathing, meditation, and sleep stories. Widely used for anxiety and sensory calming.

Moshi →

Sleep and relaxation audio for children. Less clinical than Calm.

Headspace →

Guided mindfulness. Adult and teen versions. Useful for autistic adults managing anxiety.

Social Stories and Communication

Tools for building social understanding through narrative.

Social Story Creator →

Create custom social stories with photos and text. iOS.

Model Me Kids →

Video modeling for social situations. Multiple scenarios.

Executive Function and Organization

Tools for task initiation, planning, and follow-through.

Todoist →

Task management with natural language input. Cross-platform. Low friction.

Notion →

Flexible workspace for notes, planning, and databases. Strong for building personalized systems.

Forest →

Focus timer with gamification. Reduces phone distraction. iOS and Android.

Communication and Safety IDs

Physical tools and ID resources for safety and communication.

Road ID →

Wearable ID bands with medical information. Useful for non-speaking and elopement-risk individuals.

AngelSense →

GPS tracking wearable designed for children with special needs. Safety monitoring.

American Medical ID →

Medical alert bracelets and IDs. Custom engraving including "Autism" and emergency contacts.

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