Acorn Health’s 2024 Year in Review: Growth, Achievements, and a Bright Future Ahead

Over the last four years, Acorn Health has been focused on helping children with autism live more meaningful lives and achieve their greatest potential. We are proud to offer hope to families when they are seeking solutions to help their children with autism, and in 2022, we’ve grown exponentially — making it possible to help more families than ever before. Acorn Health is growing in many ways, specifically by expanding our geographic footprint and also by hiring and nurturing our passionate team members. Read More

Acorn Health Expands ABA Therapy Access with 3 New Locations in Michigan

Building supportive, inclusive communities begins with providing families access to the resources they need. As awareness and understanding of autism spectrum disorder continues to grow, so does the importance of making high-quality applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy  readily available to families everywhere. Meeting the Growing… Read More

15 Tips for Helping Children with Autism Through the Holidays

Navigating the holiday season can often feel more stressful than peaceful. Families are busy shopping, going to holiday events, and visiting friends and family members between normal daily obligations like work and school. Throw in other holiday traditions like visiting Santa, holiday train rides, and seeing Christmas lights, and the season is packed with potential triggers for children with autism. Not to mention, the hustle and bustle of the season can throw off a child’s everyday schedule, which is important for children with autism to maintain.  As a parent of a child with autism, you can make special memories while still keeping your child comfortable with these tangible tips and methods. Read More

10 Tips to Help You & Your Child with Autism Enjoy Thanksgiving

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but even with all the enjoyable holiday festivities to look forward to, for many families, it also means navigating all that comes with the holidays that can be overwhelming for a child with autism. Considering all the new aspects involved… Read More

Making Dentist Visits Easier for Children with Autism

Whether neurotypical or neurodivergent, for both adults and children alike, dentist visits can trigger a range of emotions—including anxiety, fear, and even dread. While some people may look forward to the familiar routine of a cleaning and a chat with their local dentist, for many, the sensory overload… Read More

Empowering Parents: Essential Tips for Teaching Kids about Autism and Disabilities

All children are prone to moments of drawing unwarranted attention in public. But for kids with autism, their behaviors can sometimes spark curiosity from others, leaving parents or caregivers scrambling for the right words to communicate about what’s happening in escalated situations. At Acorn Health, we aim to… Read More

In Their Own Words – Acorn Health Employee Spotlight on Kelti Owens, Regional Director of Operations

At Acorn Health, teamwork is a key clinical tenant that is at the core of who we are and what we do. Our employees work hand-in-hand with one another and with other clinicians and educators to provide our learners will a collaborative and enriching learning experience that helps… Read More