Columbia parents often hear about “the waiver” in the same conversation as applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy). It’s easy to assume the two are linked, or that one is needed to get the other. Yet, they are separate programs. Maryland’s Autism Waiver and the Medicaid ABA benefit serve children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in […]

Most parents don’t start with a plan. They start with a feeling that something about their child’s development is different, and then a long list of questions. You may wonder who to call first, whether your child needs a referral and how long answers will take. If you live in Columbia or elsewhere in Howard […]

Parents in Timonium often call us with one question before any other: will Medicaid pay for my child’s therapy? It’s a fair place to start. Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is one of the most recommended supports for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and it usually takes place several days a week. Maryland Medicaid […]

Columbia families have plenty of options for supporting a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Working out who pays for those supports can be harder than choosing them. Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is a good example. Maryland has more than one program that can help cover it, and each has its own rules. Medicaid […]

For families in Maryland navigating an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis, the road ahead often feels like a series of complex puzzles. One of the most important pieces of that puzzle is applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy). Widely recognized as the most effective, research-based intervention for autism, ABA focuses on improving specific behaviors such as […]

Building a supportive network is one of the most impactful steps a family can take after an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis. While specialized applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is a cornerstone of progress, having a localized toolkit of community resources helps ensure that children with autism can generalize their skills in real-world settings, from […]

Being a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can present many unique challenges. One minute you may feel happy and proud, and the next, you could feel lost, angry and confused. It takes a village to raise a child, as the saying goes, and that’s especially true when you have a child […]

Receiving an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis for your child marks the beginning of a new chapter, one filled with questions, unique milestones and the need for a strong support network. In Baltimore, families are situated in a hub for neurodevelopmental research and advocacy. From world-renowned clinical institutes to grassroots parent networks, the Charm City […]

Applied behavioral analysis, or ABA therapy, has been widely recognized as a leading treatment for children with autism. The science-based approach to learning and behavior helps children to gain some of the communication, social and daily life skills that they often struggle with. One of the biggest advantages of ABA therapy is that it is […]

If your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you may be wondering how they can get the support they need to live happy and fulfilling lives. While children on the autism spectrum face challenges that some neurotypical children don’t, they can also build on these skills through targeted and specific treatment options. […]