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“Sensory Seekers” is a phrase used to describe those whose sensory system craves more input than the average person. It’s a common trait in children with sensory processing disorders like ASD or ADHD. Sensory-seekers are often drawn to stimuli like loud noises, bright lights, fast 
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On Saturday, December 9th, the Waukee Public Library will remain open for an extra hour for sensory-friendly browsing and inclusive programming. The Library will offer a dimmed calm room, computer availability, and access to library materials. Waukee has collaborated with other metro-area libraries to offer 
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Join Facing Autism Inc., in partnership with Golden Day and Axis Therapy Centers for a holiday event featuring cookie decorating, crafts, and other sensory fun. This event is designed for families with children on the Autism Spectrum or with other special needs, it is free 
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“Elopement” is a clinical term used to describe when a child wanders off, runs away, or gets lost. It is a common behavioral challenge for children with ASD. For many families with children on the Spectrum, elopement is a major safety concern. The most common 
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Just one year after Midwest Autism & Therapy Centers (MATC) opened their first offices in Altoona and West Des Moines, MATC is expanding its presence with new center locations in Ankeny and Waukee, plus the addition of home-based therapy services. With its expansion into the 
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At its most basic, early intervention services are therapy services that occur before children reach school age and target learning during the most important developmental period of a child’s life (birth to age 3). Early intervention can take many forms and may include everything from 
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Presentadoras: Dayrin Lovan & Kelly Pelzel Serie de seminarios web gratuitos para padres o cuidadores primarios dehabla hispana con niños con un nuevo diagnóstico de autismo. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! Aviso: Parte del contenido será específico para Iowa. Las sesiones serán grabadas.
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Presentadoras: Dayrin Lovan & Kelly Pelzel Serie de seminarios web gratuitos para padres o cuidadores primarios dehabla hispana con niños con un nuevo diagnóstico de autismo. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! Aviso: Parte del contenido será específico para Iowa. Las sesiones serán grabadas.
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When your child receives a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), your next steps can seem unclear as you navigate a swirl of emotions and information from too many sources to count. What therapies and services could your child benefit from? How do you find these 
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Since its development in the 1970s, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has grown by leaps and bounds in ethics, training, and techniques. Previously promoted as a therapy option to help children on the Autism Spectrum become “indistinguishable” from their peers, modern-day clinicians (called Behavior Analysts 
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In order for our center to provide care, children must have a diagnosis or Level I, II or III Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our office does not provide diagnostic assessments.