We provide Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) supervised ABA/VB therapy to children with autism/PDD, behavior difficulties, and developmental delays in the comfort of your child's natural environment- your home. Therapy is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis on Verbal Behavior.
* WE PROVIDE SERVICES in the Northwest Indiana area

we offer ABA therapy, Behavior consulting, ABLLS assessment, day classes, social classes, swimming training,DTT and NET teaching, PECS training and many more services for children with autism.
We are the only facility in the Midwest that is Directed by a Special Ed teacher, and Dr. Boutot is our BCBA with a phd in special education.

We offer advocacy services for families in the central indiana area. Visit our website to find links to legislative issues, rights for children, hundreds of local links (largest in the state) for Indiana resources. Call today for more informaiton.

ACT ? Autism Community Together - believes its role is to engage and support individuals, families, medical professionals, therapists and educators on effective methods to improve the lives of individuals with autism and their families in Northeast Indiana.

The ABC is a 501 c 3 non for profit serving families and schools with VErbal Behavior and Behavior Consultation. The ABC has full services in the Center and home based services.
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The mission of Arc BRIDGES is to improve the welfare of persons with mental retardation and their families. This mission includes the provision of support, training and care through day services, residential programs and social services that help people with all levels of mental retardation develop skills and abilities that assist their movement toward more integration, independence and happiness.

The mission further includes participation and leadership in local, state and national organizations and the provision of education programs which actively promote understanding and respect of the rights, problems and needs of persons with mental retardation.

Applied Behavior Analysis Consultative services for individuals on the spectrum and their families

A support group for parents of children, teens, and young adults with Asperger Syndrome, high-functioning autism, and PDD-NOS. Presentations by autism professionals. Educators, grandparents, and other concerned adults are welcome.

Date: Meetings on the first Monday of each month.
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: Eighth Street Mennonite Church
602 South Eighth Street
Goshen, Indiana
Contact: Kaylene akediger@comcast.net
or Christine bluestem@bnin.net

Auditory Integration Training

Evaluation and assessment of possible PDD's. A systems approach to working with family and community to provide support and guidance in the areas of Autism and other behavior disorders. Individual,group,family and couples counseling for those affected by ASDs, including parents, siblings and high functioning individuals on the spectrum. Parent skills training on behavior modification and skills acquisition. Behavior consultation and training in the community setting.

The AETC provides parent and advocate training through a three-tiered training and certification program (details available online). Sheila Wolfe, the Executive Director, also provides direct consulting services to families regarding appropriate special education programs for children with disabilities in the public schools. The AETC is working to open an Early Intervention School for 3-7 year old children with devlopmental disabilities.

Dedicated to providing access to affordable high-quality resources for the behaviorally challenged and their families.

Recognizing that children come with a broad spectrum of learning abilities and styles, we continually strive to meet the individual needs of our students for instruction, sensory integration, motor function, cognitive development, language acquisition and functional communication skills, social skills, boundary setting, proprioception, and introspective emotional self-control. Our staff is up to date in their knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders and the Montessori Method. Licensed Special Education Teachers in every classroom. Serving Children ages 18 months-10 years.

Summer program is available.

Damar Services, Inc. is a non-profit provider of residential, educational and clinical services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Damar specializes in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders, and offers services including diagnostic assessments, behavior management and consultation, group and individual counseling, training for caregivers and treatment professionals, residential care and community living support. Due to this range of specialized services and our commitment to providing services to all ages and levels of need, Damar has become known as one of the best choices for the treatment and care of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Our Mission:
Damar builds better futures for children and adults facing life's greatest developmental and behavioral challenges.

Christian-based autism awareness. Podcasting, events, videos, community, small groups, and more!

Fifth Freedom is a statewide network of disability advocates who are linked together and working to improve the quality of life for all citizens with disabilities.

The HANDS in Autism program focuses on non-clinical, educational, and research services. General informational and traditional learning opportunities are available to develop community awareness and knowledge about the disorder. The distinct focus of the program is on providing hands-on learning opportunities for professionals as well as establishing coaching and mentoring relationships conducive to the building of local capacity in the application of the knowledge gained. The programs offered seek to address the various levels of learning appropriate to the variety of consumer needs and learning styles

Indiana Canine Assistant Network (ICAN) brings together three uncommon groups - children and adults with disabilities, incarcerated adults, and dogs - to assist people in living their lives more productively and with increased independence. ICAN is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, supported by the generosity of private donors and grantors

ICOIL oversees independent living services throughout the state and works with the Family and Social Services Administration’s Division of Disability, Aging and Rehabilitative Services toward developing a state plan for independent living. Members of ICOIL are appointed by the Governor. There are eight centers for independent living in Indiana that provide advocacy, information and referral, training and peer counseling.

Nationally known for our expertise in working with intensive needs children, many of whom carry a diagnosis of Autism or Autistic Spectrum disorders, IDTC also provides expert care for children and young adults who are dually diagnosed with a wide range of other developmental disabilities and emotional disturbances, as well as low incidence syndromes.