A Change Is Coming

Eeekkkk! So excited!

ABA therapy is the "go to" therapy for children with Autism. What is it exactly? Good question.

"ABA is the applied use of behavioral principles to everyday situations with the goal of either increasing or decreasing targeted behaviors." Um, in short, Asher will be taught appropriate behaviors and those behaviors will be reinforced in a structured environment-- like a school. This therapy should also be reinforced in our home. It's the go-to therapy that isn't conveniently located near me.

This is what happened when I googled ABA near me:

These places aren't near me.  Why isn't there something closer? Why do I have to drive an hour to get Asher what he needs? I know there is a need for it in our area. Many questions, but no good answers.

I found a place that is just starting a preschool. He can get everything there-- speech, PT, OT, AND ABA.  We found this place because Randy and I were not content. Asher needed more, so we searched and found it. There is an ABA therapist on site. This therapist will use applied behavior analysis as a form of treatment. She will study his behavior in order to put into place appropriate behavioral interventions. I'm looking forward to Asher doing simple things--using a fork, leaving his clothes on, picking up toys, replying to commands...

Today was the Open House. It.was.precious!! It was located in a house. There will only be 4 students, each with varying capabilities. It was cozy. There were little chairs and little tables. There were learning supplies and toys. There was a cute little kitchen. There was love. The therapists loved Asher and he even drew a picture while we were chatting. We are all so excited about this new chapter. I just know that he is going to soar in this school.

Prayers for all of us as we make this adjustment to our lives. 💙

We're calling this "Asher's Heart." It's from his Blue Period 💙😊

This is his school! How cute!!

(Terrible pic of us. Photo creds:Dad)