Setting and Achieving Goals for Speech Therapy in the New Year
By: Katie Skornia, MS, CCC-SLP Entering a new year often prompts reflection on personal growth and aspirations. For parents and caregivers, this includes considering setting meaningful goals for their child’s development, especially in areas like speech therapy. Whether it’s aiming for increased language development, enhancing social skills, or addressing specific therapy-related objectives, setting clear and […]
Holiday Gift Guide for Your Young Child with Autism
As the holiday season grows closer, it’s time to begin shopping for those on your list this year. If you’re shopping for a young child who has autism, it is important to look for a gift that is exciting yet useful. Instead of gifting random toys, you can gift toys that have a purpose and […]
Tips for Successful Holiday Travel with Your Young Child with Autism
Travel is an essential part of the holiday season for many families. Visiting loved ones, whether by train, plane or automobile can create worry, fear and stress for children on the autism spectrum. By implementing a few tools and strategies, holiday travel can become more manageable and enjoyable for everyone involved. Set a realistic schedule […]
Five Parenting Tips for Supporting Children with Autism in Everyday Situations
Navigating the world of parenting a child with autism comes with its own set of joys and challenges. As you embark on this path, you’ll discover that your child, like any other, has their distinct strengths, needs, and individuality. To help them flourish, you’ll find that setting up an autism-friendly and supportive environment is crucial.Here […]
ABA: A tailored path to school readiness for children with autism
When it comes to providing the best support for young children with autism, the choice between Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and school-based programs is an important one. While both options offer unique benefits, ABA therapy often emerges as the better choice for children with autism who might not be ready or who are struggling […]
Choosing the Right Autism Therapy Provider: Clinician Owned vs Private Equity Owned
When it comes to finding the right autism therapy provider for you and your family, it is important to consider who owns and manages the clinic, as this affects the quality of care. In recent years, there has been an increase in private equity companies entering the autism services space. But there are key differences […]
Free to Be Who You Are: Autism Treatment Through a Neurodiversity Lens
The goal of autism treatment and intervention is to support the unique needs and strengths of each individual, while also promoting acceptance and understanding in society. The goals are to enhance one’s quality of life and meaningful participation in society, in whatever form that takes. Autism treatment from a neurodiversity lens focuses on understanding and […]
Bundling up without a Battle: Three Tips for Winter Dressing
As cold wind and snow roll through, our wardrobe must change to keep us safe and warm from the harsh winter elements. Some children with autism resist wearing additional layers of clothing and parents can be hard-pressed to find a solution that sticks. However, for every issue, there is an answer, and finding a way […]
Four Tips to Build Strong Social Skills at Home
Time spent at school can help children with autism expand their knowledge base, but it also can be daunting socially when compared to the familiarity of home. Leaving home to enter school marks an important step along their educational journey though, and parents can prepare their children to make the most of the opportunity with […]
Encouraging Learning through Outdoor Activities
For any parent, encouraging an appreciation for the outdoors helps keep children active and curious. However, it becomes especially important for families that have children with autism, as playing outdoors not only promotes physical fitness but also helps children learn skills across multiple environments. Learning activities can take countless forms and fit especially well within […]
