AUTISM ALLIES

We are thrilled to announce that Anton Yurak, BCBA, LBA, has joined the Autism Allies family! With his extensive background in Applied Behavior Analysis, Anton brings a wealth of expertise and experience to our team.

A proud graduate of Bay Path University, Anton is well-prepared to contribute to our mission and enhance our impact. We are indeed fortunate to have such a dedicated and knowledgeable professional join our ranks.

Please join us in welcoming Anton to Autism Allies! We look forward to the skills, innovation, and leadership he brings to our community as we continue to work towards enriching lives and building a supportive environment for all our clients.

Welcome aboard, Anton!

Nothing says summer like an ice cream social. Thanks to our summer interns Alayna and Reese for putting this together!

Autism Allies & Early Steps Daycare Newsletter

Autism Allies & ESD Early Steps Quarterly Newsletter! The Summer Program, Staff Updates, Agawam Updates, and more!   Autism Allies Summer Newsletter Autism Allies / Early Steps Daycare Summer 2024 Newsletter   We are thrilled that the 2024 Autism Allies

Laurie Bonavita, VP of Clinical Services, and Kim Levy, Clinical Manager for the School Preparedness Program, will represent Autism Allies on the Chamber Exchange TV Show on Thursday, July 25th. The show, which is hosted by Tim Murray, President & CEO, will highlight the impactful work being done at Autism Allies, with a focus on the new School Preparedness Program. The broadcast airs every Sunday at 1 PM and 7 PM on Spectrum (Charter) Channel 1. Recordings will also be available on the Autism Allies' YouTube channel for additional viewing.

The Summer Program Starts on Monday, June 24!

Autism Allies Summer Program 2024! We are excited to share the exciting schedule for the Autism Allies Summer Program 2024.     The Summer Program Schedule for 2024   Dear Parents, We are thrilled to share the exciting schedule for the

Register by June 1, 2024

Our Summer Extended Hours Program Begins June 24 Extended Extended Hours Program   The Summer Program Is Here!   Register your child for the summer program extended hours by June 1, 2024   Our Summer Extended Hours Program will start on June 24, 202

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Autism Allies is happy to be part of the new training-to-work program through the Polus Center. The Autism Supports Training Program is an opportunity for job seekers in central and western MA interested in beginning an exciting and rewarding career in the field of autism support. Please use the link below if you're interested in applying for this program through the Polus Center!

Autism Support Professional Training | Polus Center for Social & Economic Development The Polus Center Autism Supports Training Program is a multi-faceted opportunity for job seekers in central and western MA interested in beginning an exciting and rewarding career in the field of autism support.

Grand opening success! Thanks to all who joined us today in Feeding Hills and helped us celebrate. We're thrilled for what's to come!

Autism Allies to open new location in Agawam Autism Allies, a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, is opening a new location in Agawam on Sunday.

This week we were able to attend career fairs at Worcester State University and Anna Maria College. It has been great talking to students about our mission!

Tonight we will be at the Elms college in Chicopee! Feel free to visit our table

We’re so excited to announce our grand opening for our new location in Feeding Hills! Everyone is welcome to join us for the fun. 💜

It was a pleasure to attend the Springfield Honors Academy Career Fair! We loved sharing what we do at Autism Allies with the upcoming generation.

We’re so happy to be at the MassHire career fair today! Come stop by our table!

Autism Acceptance month is just around the corner! Our team at Autism Allies is thrilled to announce that we will be celebrating this special month with themed days every day of April. It's going to be a month filled with creativity, fun, and of course, making wonderful memories with our clients.
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Let's make Autism Acceptance month one to remember, together!

Congratulations to one of our BCBAs, Hannah Norris, on her recent engagement! Wishing you both all the best in this new chapter.

Have you met Susan Dufresne yet?

Susan's journey over the course of her career, and here at Autism Allies, is a powerful reminder of the impact one individual can have in the lives of many.

Read our latest blog post celebrating Susan as she was recognized by the Worcester Business Journal as a 2023 champion of healthcare.

https://www.autismallies.com/championing-autism-care-the-journey-of-susan-dufresne-at-autism-allies-inc

Parents, this holiday season while you're home on break with your kids - be sure to pay attention to their social media usage and online behavior.

It's important to keep an open conversation about online experiences and promote support and safety.

Read our latest blog with some ideas on strategies you can use to keep your kids safe:

https://www.autismallies.com/navigating-the-complex-world-of-social-media-a-guide-for-parents

All of us at Autism Allies want to wish you Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!

Congratulations, Susan! We are all proud of you. https://www.wbjournal.com/article/champions-of-health-care-dufresne-helps-children-with-autism-bolster-their-independence

Congratulations, Susan!

Spotlight on Excellence: Susan Dufresne Wins 2023 Mental Health Provider of the Year Join us in honoring Susan’s dedication to helping individuals with developmental disabilities and her remarkable career achievements Susan Dufresne Wins the 2023 Mental Health Provider of the Year I a

From us to you...

Happy Thanksgiving! We're thankful for you.     Eight years ago, this humble office stood as the foundation of what would become a beacon of excellence in the field of ABA. Today, we stand grateful, not just for the grow

New Blog Post!

Read our strategies regarding the challenges facing ABA services in the labor market right now.

Strategies for Addressing Staffing Challenges in ABA Services Autism Allies is committed to innovation in a challenging labor marker to always deliver high quality ABA services to our clients.

Join us for a conversation exploring the dangers of social media trends to teens with autism. Click link to learn more.

In Memory of Harris Wolobah: Navigating Social Media's Hidden Dangers After the tragic loss of Harris from the 'One Chip Challenge,' join us on November 26th to understand the profound risks of social media for autistic teens The Dangers of Social Media to Teens with Au

Autism allies: Be on the lookout for blue pumpkin candy buckets this Halloween Trick-or-treaters carrying a blue pumpkin candy bucket likely have autism and could benefit from a sensory-safe trick-or-treat experience.

Harris Wolobah's mother will be joining us on his birthday, November 26, to talk about the dangers social media poses to teens with autism. Click the link below for details and to register.

In Memory of Harris Wolobah: Navigating Social Media's Hidden Dangers After the tragic loss of Harris from the 'One Chip Challenge,' join us on November 26th to understand the profound risks of social media for autistic teens   CLICK TO REGISTER Autism Allies Inc. | 560

It’s been great meeting the students at the Anna Maria College career fair!

We had a great first day at BABAT! Our Vice President of Clinical Services, Laurie Bonavita, was thrilled to host her session about managing behaviors with the use of virtual reality! If you missed it and are interested in learning more, please reach out to us.

We are looking forward to making more connections tomorrow. We are located right at the top of the escalator!

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Visit the Autism Allies Booth at BABAT and Win Exciting Prizes Special Presentation: Virtual Reality Technology & Autism Management See you at BABAT!     Raffle Prizes, VR Presentation by Dr. Laurie Bonavita & More! Dear attendees of BABAT, We would like to exten