As soon as your child got their diagnosis — and potentially even before — you probably started modifying their environment. You made safety changes at home (like child-safety locks) and sensory adjustments, as well (like removing something overstimulating from their room). But don’t stop there. For a child with autism, the right environment makes all…
One of the core deficits with autism is social skills. Individuals generally possess a desire to interact with those around them — but often do not know how to begin. This can lead to confusion, frustration, and other emotions. Fortunately, this presents an opportunity. By understanding how autism affects social development and social skills, the…
At Stride, we firmly believe that every child deserves a rewarding future full of happiness and independence. That is why, in addition to offering full-day ABA programs for children ages 2 to 6 across Iowa, Nebraska, and Illinois, we support autism-related organizations that are aligned with our mission. This September, we are pleased to be…
Committed to assisting preschool aged children with autism and their families, Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”) is proud to announce the opening of our brand new location in Orland Park, Illinois. Enrollment is now open for children ages 2 to 6 at this new center, which is conveniently located at 18080 Wolf Rd. This represents our…
When one of your children gets diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it can feel like your focus narrows. From that point on, a lot of your attention goes toward helping that child navigate the unique path in front of them. If you have other children, you may feel tension in trying to support both…
Sleep is critical for everyone. However, falling asleep and staying asleep can be particularly challenging for individuals with autism. Fortunately, there are some strategies that can help. To help you set your child up for sleep success, our team recommends these five steps. Prepare Their Room Since children with autism are more likely to have…
Brad Zelinger, Founder & CEO of Stride Autism Centers, was recently a featured guest on the “Building Better Businesses in ABA” podcast, hosted by Jonathan Mueller. He talked about how his sister’s autism-related disorder drew him into working with people with developmental disabilities. He also provided some insight into what distinguishes Stride from other applied…
How Group Activities Work in an Autism Therapy Setting As a parent of a child with autism, you might be skeptical about group sessions. You may have watched your child struggle on the playground or worried about them getting along with their peers. Within these tailored group sessions, we give kids the chance to explore…
In the United States, the average age of a child diagnosed with autism is over 4 years old. While that may seem young, that average is actually far older than experts say is ideal. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that autism can be reliably diagnosed as early as 18 months. Identifying this disorder early…
When you have a child with autism, finding the most effective treatment possible often becomes your highest priority. While many treatment approaches are available, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has been extensively evaluated over decades of clinical research and is considered to be the gold standard. Endorsed by the U.S. Surgeon General and prominent American medical…
