The Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program prepares young children behaviorally and academically for placement in the least restrictive school setting possible. Programming is based on empirically validated treatments. The therapeutic services provided through our ABA and ABA clinic programs include:

• One-to-one behavioral programming with a focus on skill acquisition and behavior reduction
• Up to 30 hours of one-to-one structured learning weekly
• Parent training
• Yearly standardized assessments
• Progress reports two times per year
• Individualized treatment plans that address behavior management, basic academics, play, language and communication, daily living skills, socialization, and parent education

Through our ABA and ABA clinic programs we can service children:

• Who are at least 18 months of age
• Who have medical/behavioral health needs that are covered by Medicaid or commercial insurance (with the Enhanced Autism Benefit)
• Who have ABA services prescribed as “medically necessary”
• With a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder or other qualifying developmental disability

Home-Based Therapeutic Services (HBTS) help families develop practical, effective behavioral strategies for children who may be challenged by serious behavioral concerns. Programming is based on empirically validated treatments. To accomplish this, we provide:

• Support in skill acquisition, development, and generalization of skills
• Up to 10 to 25 hours of one-to-one structured learning weekly
• Treatment Plans
• Individualized treatment plans that address behavior management, communication, daily living skills, socialization, and parent education

Through our HBTS program, we can service children:

• Up to 21 years of age
• Who have medical/behavioral health needs that are covered by Medicaid
• Who meet the level of care required to make these services “medically necessary”
• With a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder or other qualifying developmental disability

PASS is for parents who are ready to direct the development of their child’s service plan and supervise its implementation. Objectives of PASS plans focus on three primary domains: activities of daily living, safety and self-preserving decisions and social roles in social settings. PASS assists families in the supervisory role they assume in this consumer-directed program. Key PASS components are:

• Families identify the goals and objectives for the service plan and the related activities with the help of a licensed clinician
• Families recommend direct service worker
• Families meet with a licensed clinician on an ongoing basis
• Children can receive up to 20 hours weekly of direct support
• Typically, community-based although activities may take place at home

Through our PASS program we can serve children:

• From 3 to 21 years of age * Children 3 - 6 years of age require funding permission.
• With medical/behavioral health needs that are covered by Medicaid
• Who meet the level of care required to make these services “medically necessary”
• Who have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder or other qualifying developmental disability

The Enhanced Outpatient Services (EOS) program is a component within the Groden continuum of care, designed to serve the special needs of children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. The EOS program provides direct services to the child/youth and their family/caregivers in the family home, in a school-based setting, and/or in a community setting. The treatment model is based on empirically validated treatment and represents best practice in treating severe behavior problems in individuals with ASD and developmental disabilities. The EOS program is designed to develop the behavior supports and competencies to allow the individual and his/her family to maintain a safe and productive life in the community.

Clinical Services: Services include assessment, individual treatment, family training and support, and care coordination. Treatment modalities include individual treatment, family therapy, parent training, behavioral/cognitive behavioral therapy, applied behavioral assessment, family systems therapy, and intensive specialized assessments.

EOS is available to Rhode Island residents ages 3 to 21 who meet the level of care (LOC) criteria. Approval of payment is needed prior to admission. Individuals can be admitted to the program upon discharge from a hospital/ARTS setting back to the community, or upon referral from the family/caregiver, local mental health agencies, the Department of Children, Youth and Families, the Groden Network residential or RITE program, schools, human service agencies, insurance agencies, the court system and other referral sources to prevent the need to access a higher level of care.

Fact Sheet – Parent and Family Empowerment Program (PFEP)

Description:

• PFEP is an evidence-based treatment program for families of children with autism and other developmental and behavioral challenges.
• PFEP incorporates an array of services including parent training, family therapy, and consultation with school staff and other providers conducted primarily in home and community settings.
• PFEP is a DCYF-funded program, so all referrals must come from DCYF.
• The course of treatment is assessment-driven and individualized to meet the needs of the family.
• Families receive home or clinic-based, family-centered treatment with a personalized frequency and duration based on their unique needs.
• Case management is provided to help families access community resources.
• Crisis management is provided through an on-call system, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

Best fit criteria:

• Parents with or without intellectual disabilities with children with autism, developmental disabilities, and/or challenging behaviors (tantrums, aggression, oppositional)
• Parents in need of parenting and behavior management strategies
• Families of children ages birth to 21 years
• Geographic area: statewide

Exclusionary Criteria:

• Parents with severe psychiatric diagnoses (psychosis, schizophrenia) or active addiction
• Children or parents with active suicidal, homicidal ideation, or psychotic symptoms

Whom do we serve?

We serve public and private schools and other agencies across Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, and Northeastern Connecticut.

Our staff:

Our consultants are either board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs), licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), or licensed independent clinical social workers (LICSWs), and have years of experience and expertise in a wide range of developmental and behavioral diagnoses and other challenges including but not limited to:

• Autism spectrum disorders
• ADHD
• Oppositional defiant disorder
• Intellectual challenges/developmental delays

We offer the following services:

• Functional behavioral assessments
• Staff training in the implementation of evidence-based intervention strategies for the classroom
• Hands-on modeling, training & coaching for staff
• Individual Consultation or classroom consultation.
• Consultation duration can range from short term (one to two days) to long term (regularly scheduled visits)
• Workshops/in-service training for professional development.
• 1 to 1 Behavior Tech Support to individual students within the classroom

If there is a service for your classroom, school, student, or program/agency you’re interested in but it isn’t listed, please contact us to discuss.