by Lianna Zemla Masks are now an essential item needed to be in the community. We grab our wallet, cell phone, car keys, and now a mask. Here are some ideas to increase…
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Some things are completely out of our control. For example, this whole COVID-19 social distancing thing. Everything is closed. Sure you can go to the park, but when passing by…
Topics: ABA | ABA Best Practices | Autism | Challenging Behavior | Habits | Life Skills | Parent Resources
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A key feature of autism is difficulty with social skills. This can include understanding the emotions of others and the ability to understand empathy. The best tools we currently have…
by Ashley Kemmerer
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There is no perfect solution for how we address the interactions between individuals with autism and police, or other similar emergency responders. Much of the training and understanding needs to…
As we find ourselves in this most unprecedented time, we as a community and nation try to determine how to come together and open the discussion. The best place to…
My toddler: “When are we going to Sesame Place?” “Can we go on the swing?” “Can we go somewhere?” “Mama, think about it!” You want to get your child (and…
Do you find yourself wondering why your child with autism can imitate what people say but seldom talks on their own? Mand training which uses incidental teaching along with prompt…
A common behavior among children, especially toddlers, is the dreaded tantrum. The screaming, the yelling, the flopping to the floor, all because you said “No” or asked them to do…
Topics: ABA | ABA Best Practices | Autism | Challenging Behavior | Emotional Skills | Life Skills | Parent Resources
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by Jilian DeTiberiis Everyone is experiencing something like never before. Parents are home; kids are home; parents are trying to work; kids are trying to attend school; and through it all, everyone is…
Making the Most of Social Distancing: Educational and Fun Websites, Apps, and Resources for Families
by Megan Miller
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Have you exhausted all of your brilliant and creative ideas? Are you ready to transfer your children to another home instruction site? Let us help you make the most of…
While we are stuck inside, you are probably filling the role of your child’s teacher and possibly ABA therapist. Here are some tips for teaching receptive and expressive identification of…
by Kandace Somers Is your house currently a multiple grade level classroom, a cafeteria, a gym, an art room, a science lab, a library, a music room, an office for you, and a…
Topics: ABA | Challenging Behavior | COVID | Parent Resources | Parent Support | Professional Resources
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