Winter is coming, and it’s important for all drivers to be prepared for the bad weather it brings with it. This can especially help drivers on the autism spectrum, as winter driving at times requires in-the-moment decisions and can cause some heightened anxiety. If the weather is truly fearsome, it may be best to reschedule
If you have a young child who has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, you have probably heard the term “Early Intervention” countless times by now. Every provider you’ve interacted with has probably talked to you about the importance of getting your child into Early Intervention. You may have even started your child in some
Last month we talked about the strengths and challenges of learning to drive for someone who is on the autism spectrum. This is important when it comes to sitting behind the wheel, but how do you know when your child is ready to even get started? Your child may be absolutely terrified of driving, but
Halloween is a fun night filled with candy and costumes for children of all ages. However, for those on the autism spectrum, the loud sounds, flashy decorations, and itchy costumes can also be rife with challenges. With the spooky season upon us, we wanted to take some time to talk about how you can prepare
For years, you’ve thought about this: what will my child do following high school, or their post-secondary or vocational program? How will they transition from complete support in schooling and at home to complete independence? In other words, “We’ve finally reached our goal of successfully completing school…but what do I do now?” There are numerous
If your child is on the autism spectrum and attends public school, they are likely receiving special education services. However, every child with autism is different, so what can we, as parents, expect special education to look like? What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)? To start, it’s important to look at the
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"Our daughter did not want to go school before Gersh Academy, she was absent a lot. Within the first few months she developed a nice feeling of trust with the staff where she was very willing to go to school. They don’t reprimand or use a reward system they are all just warm and understanding which is what she needs and I think every child needs. Intellectually I see her flourishing because she is much less anxious so she’s able to concentrate better. We feel very fortunate to have found a nice safe, warm, inviting atmosphere for our daughter.”
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We’re looking for dedicated and passionate individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of children on the autism spectrum.
Our team is expanding and looking for dynamic people to join our team in a variety of positions for our programs located in Washington, New Hampshire, New York and Puerto Rico.
Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 401K with matching and more. Some positions also include housing or a signing bonus!