FOCUS: Westside’s Newest ABA Treatment Program
Building independence in the community It’s time to get FOCUSed! As the need for Westside’s services continues to grow, especially in ABA treatment, we are always making sure that we are expanding...
11 Things to Consider When Choosing an ABA Provider
How your family and child are treated It is important to find a therapist that both you and your child feel comfortable with and can trust. At Westside, we pride ourselves on being an ABA provider...
How Many ABA Therapy Hours Does My Child Need?
Introduction When a child is diagnosed with autism, the doctor may recommend Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, as research has shown this to be an effective intervention. As parents...
Medicaid Now Covers ABA Therapy! So, How Do I Get It?
Illinois Medicaid ABA Therapy Coverage In 2008 the State of Illinois passed the “autism mandate”. This law required insurance companies to provide coverage for the diagnosis and treatment...
Is Your Child Having Too Much Screen Time?
Recommended screen time allowance: Children less than 18 months: Avoid use of screen media other than video-chatting Children 18-24 months: If choosing to introduce screen media to...
Hey Kids, It’s Time to Play!
The role of a child is to play! Learning and knowledge is grounded in physical interaction with the world. When a child moves, they learn balance, coordination, endurance, core strength, visual...