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March 30, 2025

Supporting Individuals with Autism Through Private Duty Nursing


Compassionate, Skilled Care for All Ages

At Adoration Home Health & Private Duty Nursing, we understand that every individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has unique needs. Our dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) provide expert in-home care that enhances quality of life, fosters independence, and ensures health and safety in a familiar environment.

Why Private Duty Nursing for Autism?

Individuals with autism may experience complex medical conditions, communication challenges, and sensory sensitivities that require specialized support. Our Private Duty Nursing services help both children and adults by:

  • Managing Co-occurring Medical Conditions – Many individuals with ASD have conditions such as epilepsy (30%), gastrointestinal disorders (50%), and sleep disturbances (80%) that require medical monitoring (Tye et al., 2019).
  • Providing Medication Management – Ensuring that prescriptions, behavioral therapies, and nutritional needs are appropriately followed at home.
  • Supporting Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) – Assisting with bathing, dressing, eating, and personal hygiene while considering sensory sensitivities.
  • Preventing Hospitalizations – Individuals with autism are at a higher risk for emergency room visits due to uncontrolled seizures,
  •  infections, or behavioral crises (Vohra et al., 2016). Private Duty Nurses help reduce hospital admissions y providing proactive in-home care.
  • Behavioral and Emotional Support – Working alongside families and therapists to implement individualized care plans, reinforce positive behaviors, and provided structured routines that improve daily functioning.
  • Family Respite & Education – Giving caregivers a much-needed break while also educating families on techniques to enhance daily care, reduce anxiety, and improve communication.

The Growing Need for Autism Support

  • 1 in 36 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with autism (Maenner et al., 2023).
  • Up to 40% of autistic individuals are nonverbal, requiring alternative communication methods and specialized care (Tager-Flusberg & Kasari, 2013).
  • Over 85% of autistic adults remain unemployed or underemployed due to a lack of support services (Taylor et al., 2015).
  • Adults with autism are three times more likely to develop chronic health conditions (Croen et al., 2015).

Private Duty Nursing bridges the gap between medical care and daily support, allowing individuals to thrive at home while alleviating the burden on families.

Why Choose Adoration Home Health & Private Duty Nursing?

  • Skilled, Compassionate Nursing Care – Our experienced RNs and LPNs understand the unique challenges of autism and create personalized care plans that support each individual’s needs.
  • 24/7 Availability – Whether full-time care, part-time support, or overnight assistance, we’re here when you need us.
  • Insurance & Medicaid Coverage – We accept multiple insurance plans, including TennCare, to help families access the care they deserve.

Get the Support You Need Today

If you or someone you love has autism and could benefit from skilled in-home nursing care, we’re here to help.

Call us today: (844) 202-9444

Serving patients across Tennessee

Visit our website: AdorationHealth.com

Let’s work together to provide compassionate, expert care for individuals with autism. Your loved one deserves the best support – right at home.

References

Croen, L. A., Zerbo, O., Qian, Y., Massolo, M. L., Rich, S., Sidney, S., & Kripke, C. (2015). The health status of adults on the autism spectrum. Autism,
19(7), 814-823.
Maenner, M. J., Warren, Z., Williams, A. R., Amoakohene, E., Bakian, A. V., Bilder, D. A., … & Dietz, P. M. (2023). Prevalence and characteristics of
autism spectrum disorder among children aged 8 years—Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network, 11 sites, United States, 2020.
Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), 72(2), 1-9.
Tager-Flusberg, H., & Kasari, C. (2013). Minimally verbal school-aged children with autism spectrum disorder: The neglected end of the spectrum.
Autism Research, 6(6), 468-478.
Taylor, J. L., Henninger, N. A., & Mailick, M. R. (2015). Longitudinal patterns of employment and postsecondary education for adults with autism
and average-range IQ. Autism, 19(7), 785-793.
Tye, C., Runicles, A. K., Whitehouse, A. J. O., & Alvares, G. A. (2019). Characterizing the interplay between autism spectrum disorder and
comorbid medical conditions: An integrative review. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 9, 751.
Vohra, R., Madhavan, S., Sambamoorthi, U., & St Peter, C. (2016). Access to services, quality of care, and family impact for children with autism,
other developmental disabilities, and other mental health conditions. Autism, 20(4), 411-421.

 

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