April 24, 2024
This time of year many parents are researching and planning summer camps for their children. That process is time-consuming, and it can be challenging to know which camps are right for your child. There are so many different types of summer camps – specialized camps for children with… Read More
January 16, 2024
In Their Own Words: Employee Spotlight on Regional Director of Clinical Care Bailey Chapman, MA, BCBA, MI-LBA At Acorn Health, there are many knowledgeable and passionate members of our team who serve in different roles that all make a tremendous impact on our clients and their families.This… Read More
December 21, 2023
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
December 1, 2023
On December 3 every year, the United Nations recognizes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), which is a global day of observance that began in 1992. This awareness day calls for better understanding of disability issues as well as acceptance,… Read More
October 9, 2023
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy continues to evolve as researchers and scientists learn information about the practice of ABA therapy and about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in general. Over time, leaders in the field have continuously improved to apply the principles of ABA therapy using more… Read More
September 6, 2023
It’s becoming more common for people to consider a new career field later in life. After a decade or two in one industry, people are beginning a second act, many times inspired by their own life experience. Suzanne Threet is one of those people. Read More
July 25, 2023
In early July, Acorn Health earned full accreditation for all of its 71 centers from the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE), extending its current accreditation for two more years. This marks Acorn Health’s third continuous accreditation since it was founded in 2018. This independent… Read More
July 20, 2023
Severe problem behavior is defined as a significant emotional or behavior issue, which may include self-injury, destruction, and aggression. These types of behaviors can be challenging for families to navigate, and extremely common for individuals with autism. Because access to preferred items and activities are… Read More
July 3, 2023
What could be better—it’s the middle of summertime, friends and family come together, and great food abounds at cookouts and neighborhood gatherings. But for families who have loved ones with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), this season can be tricky to navigate. Many of the aspects of this… Read More
June 23, 2023
At Acorn Health, our highly trained and talented staff members are the heartbeat of what we do. They bring unique experiences, training and abilities to our organization that create an energizing and special place for our clients and families. To introduce you to some of… Read More
June 16, 2023
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is considered the gold standard treatment and therapy recommended for children with autism. It is highly individualized and tailored to meet the needs and goals of each client, while empowering a child’s unique strengths and personalities to shine through. Here… Read More
March 13, 2023
What are the goals of ABA Parent Guidance? The ultimate goal for a child who experiences Applied Behavior Analysis therapy at Acorn Health is that they graduate from therapy and are supported by those in their lives when intensive therapy is no… Read More
February 17, 2023
While newborn parents expect the phase of sleepless nights to come with having a baby, parents of children with autism may not experience the same relief of more restful nights as their kids get older. As many as 40 to 80% of… Read More
February 10, 2023
Increasing Access to Early Intervention for Black Families of Children with Autism This Black History Month, Acorn Health honors the individuals who have paved the way to better understanding the disparities in care that Black families of children with autism are facing. We are committed, each and… Read More
January 31, 2023
At Acorn Health, one of the ways we live one of our core values of growth is by supporting our employees in working toward furthering their career in behavior analysis. Acorn Health has recently formalized the process of accruing supervised fieldwork for those seeking board… Read More