ABA Therapy
ABA Therapy
A Nurturing Plan That
Brings Change
ABA is an acronym for Applied Behavior Analysis. It is a science data-based therapy that involves a step by step application: assessment, evaluation, and implementation of a personalized hands-on plan that builds on strengths and addresses weaknesses to refine behavior and forward achievement in life.
Individualized Program
Positive
Prompting
Social Skills
Communication Reinforcement
Everyday Tasks
Improved
Behavior
Self-Esteem
Key Elements of
ABA Curriculum
Individualized Program
Tailored therapy designed for each child
Positive
Prompting
Pragmatic reminders to reinforce lessons
Social Skills
Exercises that promote human interaction
Communication Reinforcement
Tools to fortify effective language and communication
Everyday Tasks
Skills related to personal hygiene and simple chores
Improved
Behavior
Encouragement of good conduct versus poor behavior
Self-Esteem
Development of confidence, self-worth, and the will to succeed
Frequently Asked Questions
ABA is an acronym for Applied Behavior Analysis. It is a science data-based therapy that involves a step by step application: assessment, evaluation, and implementation of a personalized plan that builds on strengths and addresses weaknesses to refine behavior and forward achievement in life.
Autism has no cure, hence therapy cannot treat it. However, it can address the symptoms of autism, by working with children on the spectrum to change behavior for the better.
We are centered in Athens and Atlanta GA, and will also be serving the Minneapolis and Arizona communities with a focus on making an impact on kids in home and school therapy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does ABA refer to?
ABA is an acronym for Applied Behavior Analysis. It is a science data-based therapy that involves a step by step application: assessment, evaluation, and implementation of a personalized plan that builds on strengths and addresses weaknesses to refine behavior and forward achievement in life.
How does ABA therapy change negative behavior?
ABA therapy relies on prompting and reinforcement to build a child’s social strengths and mitigate his or her negative behaviors, all the while monitoring progress and restructuring the plan if necessary to incorporate techniques that will further advance individual goals.
What is the best age to begin therapy for children on the autism spectrum?
It is best to start the treatment as young as two years of age so that he or she will be properly prepared for school. Most children begin between 2 and 6 years of age but older children and even young adults can benefit from the treatment.
Where does Milestone Achievements operate?
We are centered in Athens and Atlanta GA, and will also be serving the Minneapolis and Arizona communities with a focus on making an impact on kids in home and school therapy.
Does ABA therapy treat autism?
Autism has no cure, hence therapy cannot treat it. However, it can address the symptoms of autism, by working with children on the spectrum to change behavior for the better.
Is there any supervision over the therapy?
A specialist certified as a BCBA is usually the professional that assigns the ABA therapist to an individual case and then supervises progress and implements changes to the program.
In what way does Milestone Achievements stand out for excellence?
We sum it up in one word: passion. We’re fired up about our therapy plan because we really care. We’re and because we are devoted to transforming the standard perspective on an oft ‘robotic’ system and about kids on the autistic spectrum. Based on a philosophy that stresses using challenges as stepping stones to achievement, we help kids and their families learn lasting techniques to individual growth, development and a thriving future.
Partnerships with families
Information for Parents
Established relationships with parents means we can share information positively and effectively to support children as much as possible.
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Hours of Operation
Eligible hours of care are based on parent's working hours plus one half hour for picking up of your child. For example: If your working or school hours are 9:00am-4:30pm then your eligible hours of care are 8:30am-5:00pm.
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Communication
Open communication between parents and staff is strongly encouraged. Teachers are encouraged to learn what is important to you as a parent and to use that information when programming for the group.
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Medical Information
We are required under the Child Care and Early Years Act to have a copy of each child's immunization record or a statement of religious or conscientious objection to immunization.
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Injuries
If your child is injured while at the centre, staff will administer basic first aid. If medical attention is required, attempts will be made to reach the parents immediately. Staff will call Emergency Services if required.
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Clothing
Exploration often requires getting messagey! All of the materials that we use are washable however, we are aware that some paint colours and other materials are difficult to fully remove.
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Nutrition
Children are encouraged to taste a variety of foods but no child is ever forced to eat foods that they do not wish to. All parts of the meal make up a child's nutritional requirement; therefore no food will be withheld.
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Children need healthy, wholesome foods
Healthy Nutrition for Growing Children
The three week rotating menu is planned according to the Food Guide and recommendations from our local Public Health Unit. All food is cooked with consideration of maintaining its full nutritional value. The centre provides a morning and afternoon snack and a midday lunch. Our standards exceed the following guidelines:
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Understanding children’s behavior
Behavior Guidance
Positive and consistent techniques should be used to encourage children whose play actions are both appropriate and inappropriate.
Preferred Practices
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Positive verbal and gestural reinforcement for appropriate behaviour, redirection of inappropriate behaviour
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One verbal request (ensuring understanding) followed by gentle physical assistance
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Teaching and practicing of preferred behaviours in order to help children habituate skills and learn self discipline
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Offering children age appropriate choices and assisting them to follow through
Prohibited Practices
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Corporal punishments of any child (spanking, hitting, shaking, etc.)
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Deliberate harsh or degrading measures that would humiliate a child or undermine a child's self respect (threatening, verbal abuse, yelling, etc.)
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Deprivation of basic needs (food, clothing, shelter, bedding etc)
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Confining in a locked room
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Locking the exits of the Child Care Centre for the purpose of confining