Capabilities & Safety with Harbor
Welcome! This page is designed to help you understand what Harbor—our friendly coaching engine—is here to do for you, and how to use it safely as part of your journey on the autism spectrum. We have developed Harbor specifically to support individuals and families navigating the unique challenges and strengths associated with autism.
What is Harbor?
Harbor is our interactive coaching engine designed to offer general guidance, ideas, and support for everyday life. It is a tool developed with an understanding of the autism experience, intended to provide a safe space for reflection and problem-solving.
What Harbor Can Do
- Provide supportive advice and coping strategies for daily challenges
- Offer suggestions and insights based on common experiences within the autism community
- Engage in friendly, accessible, and non-judgmental conversation at any time
Harbor is here as a supportive tool to help you explore ideas and gain perspective, but it is not a substitute for professional guidance.
A Few Things to Keep in Mind
- No Professional Advice: Harbor’s responses are generated automatically. They are meant for general support and are not provided by licensed professionals such as doctors, therapists, or lawyers.
- Accuracy: Although Harbor is designed to be helpful, its suggestions may sometimes be incomplete or not fully tailored to your situation. Always verify important information with a trusted professional.
- No Emergency Support: Harbor is not equipped to handle crisis or emergency situations. If you are in immediate distress or facing a serious crisis, please contact your local emergency services right away.
Using Harbor Safely
To ensure that you get the best out of Harbor while keeping your well-being in focus, please keep these tips in mind:
- Use Harbor as a source of supportive ideas and general guidance—not as the sole resource for critical decisions.
- Verify any essential information with a trusted professional or through additional resources.
- Remember that, while Harbor is designed to support your unique experiences as someone on the autism spectrum; your journey is personal, and multiple perspectives can be valuable.
In Case of an Emergency
If you are facing a crisis or emergency situation—such as severe distress or a medical emergency—please do not rely on Harbor. Instead, reach out immediately to emergency services or crisis support:
Emergency Services
- United States: 911
- United Kingdom: 999 or 112
- European Union: 112
- Australia: 000
- Canada: 911
Crisis Support Lines (24/7)
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United States:
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Trevor Project (LGBTQ+): 1-866-488-7386
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United Kingdom:
- Samaritans: 116 123
- Crisis Text Line: Text SHOUT to 85258
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Australia:
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
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Canada:
- Talk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566
- Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 686868
Autism-Specific Crisis Support
- Autism Response Team (US): 1-888-AUTISM2 (288-4762)
- National Autistic Society (UK): 0808 800 4104
- Autism Canada Family Support Line: 1-800-983-1795
- Autism Awareness Australia: 1300 288 476
Remember: Your life and safety are paramount. These services are staffed by trained professionals who are there to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Don't hesitate to reach out - you deserve support.
Your Data and Privacy
Your interactions with Harbor may be recorded and used to help us improve our coaching engine and better support the autism community. We take your privacy seriously. For more details on how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy.
We're Here to Support You
Harbor is here to provide you with supportive guidance and ideas to help you navigate daily challenges on the autism spectrum. We hope you find it a valuable resource. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please visit our customer service page.