by Laura Polakow | Dec 3, 2020 | holiday party, sensory friendly
The most wonderful time of the year can easily become the most overwhelming time for children with sensory sensitivities. With bright lights, loud music, and different activities, it’s not uncommon for the holidays to create sensory overload, leading to meltdowns and... Read More
by Laura Polakow | Jun 26, 2020 | advocating, autism, autism awareness, tips
Autism Home Support Services held a webinar hosted by Autism Speaks with many valuable resources at this time during the COVID-19 pandemic. We would like to share the video of the webinar along with other resources that are provided for download below. We think you... Read More
by Laura Polakow | Jun 24, 2020 | communication, connections, social interaction, special needs
Guest Blog by Barry Shechter of Dogdigz.com Autism or autism spectrum disorder is a set of conditions with symptoms such as repetitive behaviors, challenges in communication and social skills, sleep disorders, and sensory sensitivities. For many children, the signs of... Read More
by Laura Polakow | Jun 18, 2020 | father's day
Special guest blog by Kim Caifano, writer, speaker, life coach, and special needs mom. Learn more about Kim at kimcaifano.com “I walk around like everything is fine. But deep down, inside my shoe, my sock is sliding off.” Oh, how that quote (anonymous) penetrated my... Read More
by Laura Polakow | May 11, 2020 | behavior, bonding
As written for Autism Parenting Magazine, Issue 95 Author: Erica Crowley, BCBA, is the Manager at Invo Behavior and Therapy Services’ Belfort Oaks Therapy Center in Jacksonville, Florida. (Autism Home Support Services sister company) Parents often worry that... Read More
by Laura Polakow | May 8, 2020 | mother's day
Special guest blog by Kim Caifano, writer, speaker, life coach, and special needs mom. Learn more about Kim at kimcaifano.com Every once in awhile I’m out in public and there is a child who catches my attention. Perhaps for a gross motor tic or a behavior that differs... Read More
by Laura Polakow | Mar 16, 2020 | ABA, aba therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is widely recognized as the gold standard therapy for autism. More than 600 scientific studies have proven its effectiveness in helping children on the spectrum learn age-appropriate behavior, communication, and social skills. ABA is... Read More
by Laura Polakow | Feb 25, 2020 | bhcoe
BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Autism Home Support Services, an INVO Company, with a 2-Year Accreditation, acknowledging the organization as a behavioral service provider dedicated to continuous improvement in applied behavior analysis. BHCOE Accreditation... Read More
by Laura Polakow | Feb 14, 2020 | aba therapy, autism center, business
New treatment option for local children addresses rapidly growing demand Autism Home Support Services (AHSS), an Invo Company, announced that it has opened a new autism therapy center in Rockford. Located at 7177 Crimson Ridge Road, the AHSS Autism Center offers... Read More
by Laura Polakow | Jan 13, 2020 | aba therapy, autism, social, social interaction
Autism Home Support Services Offers Autism-Friendly Yoga with Buddha Belly Kids Yoga! Nurture your child’s desire to move and play in a judgement-free area! AHSS is excited to partner with Buddha Belly Kids Yoga to bring autism-friendly yoga classes to the community!... Read More
