Summit Behavioral

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Early Autism Program

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"My husband and I feel very lucky to have a program such as Summit for Brett and even luckier to have such wonderful, caring people working with our very special son."

-Yvonne T. Anderson, Parent

Early Autism Program

Home

Research has demonstrated that many children with autism can be helped significantly by an intensive home-based program using systematic instruction techniques. This approach, also referred to as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), has been scientifically demonstrated to be effective in teaching a broad range of skills to children with autism. Summit has the unique expertise and experience to offer such a program in Western New York.

Systematic instruction begins with a well-trained teacher who carefully assesses the child's skills, identifies objectives for learning, then writes a detailed lesson plan for teaching each skill. For most children, the initial sessions are highly structured and teacher directed. Each session involves the presentation of multiple instructional trials so that the child receives repeated opportunities for learning. As skills emerge, instructional lessons are embedded within more natural activities and routines at home and school. The home-based program also teaches basic daily-living skills such as toileting and dressing, as the child's ability to follow instructions improves. For more information please contact us.

150 Stahl Rd. Getzville, N.Y. 14068, Phone: (716) 629-3400