Supports & Services for ASD
Key services and the roles of stakeholders in the support ecosystem
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Individualized behavioral therapy targeting communication, social, and adaptive skills through structured reinforcement strategies.
Speech-Language Therapy
Addresses verbal and nonverbal communication, pragmatic language, AAC use, and social communication development.
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Supports sensory processing, fine motor skills, self-care routines, and adaptive functioning in daily environments.
Special Education Services (IDEA)
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) provide free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.
Early Intervention (EI)
Services for children birth to age 3 under IDEA Part C, targeting developmental delays in naturalistic settings.
Social Skills Groups
Structured programs such as PEERS and EIBI build social communication in peer-mediated, group contexts.
Family
- Advocate for the child
- IEP team member
- Reinforce skills at home
- Coordinate care across providers
Educators
- Implement IEP goals
- Use evidence-based strategies
- Provide progress monitoring data
- Collaborate with related services
Specialists & Therapists
- Provide SLP, OT, ABA services
- Conduct assessments
- Train staff and families
- Contribute to IEP development
School Administration
- Ensure IDEA compliance
- Allocate resources and staffing
- Foster inclusive school culture
- Support professional development
Medical Providers
- Diagnose and monitor ASD
- Manage co-occurring conditions
- Coordinate with school teams
- Provide medical documentation
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