Autism

MISSION STATEMENT

Easter Seals Oklahoma’s Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) program offers an individualized, comprehensive program for children ages two through five who have been diagnosed with autism, and for their families.  This program utilizes components of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in a fun learning environment that allows each child to engage in small steps toward typical childhood behavior.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Children who participate in the program are initially assessed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to determine skill level. An individual program is developed for each child based upon the results of the initial assessment.  Goals based upon the initial assessment are determined and monitored through extensive daily data collection. Data is constantly monitored and evaluated for any modifications in program development.  Skills assessed include communication, social, self-care, motor, play, and academic. Utilizing ABA therapy in the inclusive environment, our desire is to reinforce desirable skills and reduce undesirable skills to enable each child to integrate successfully into the public school environment and lead an independent life. The program is part of the inclusive child development center.  Children must be enrolled full-time in the center. 

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ADMISSIONS

To submit an application for placement on the waiting list, please download an Application here or for more information contact Annie Baghdayan, ATDS Supervisor.

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 NEWS RELEASE

Easter Seals Oklahoma receives $3,000 grant from Oklahoma City Community Foundation

Oklahoma City, OK Easter Seals Oklahoma is pleased to announce it has received a $3,000 grant from the Oklahoma City Community Foundation and its Capacity Building program.  The grant will be used to assist in funding a Board Certified Behavior Analyst consultant for the Autism Therapeutic Day School. 

“We are so pleased to have received this grant,” says the organization’s President & CEO, Paula K. Porter.  “With the Oklahoma City Community Foundation’s support we have access to a nationally recognized autism expert which has been crucial to the success of the Autism Therapeutic Day School. We are grateful for the support of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation.” 

Easter Seals Oklahoma’s comprehensive Autism Therapeutic Day School (ATDS) is specifically designed for children ages two through five who are living with autism, and their families. The school utilizes components of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in a fun learning environment that allows each child to make incremental steps toward typical childhood behavior.  The program addresses Early Intensive Behavior Intervention (EIBI) which is dedicated to maximizing functional skills utilizing one-to-one intensive intervention for each child in an inclusive environment. 
 
Founded in 1969, the Oklahoma City Community Foundation manages more than $550 million assets and is ranked as one of the largest community foundations in the country.  The Oklahoma City Community Foundation works with donors and organizations to create endowments that address needs and opportunities within the community.  Grants are awarded through the Community Grants Program three times a year to metropolitan area charitable organizations.  For more information about the Oklahoma City Community Foundation and its Community Grants Program, visit http://www.occf.org/

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