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ASD children are taught music during summer 2011 S.P.L.A.S.H!
S.P.L.A.S.H! (Sensory. Play & Music. Language. Art. Social Learning. Healthy Fun!)
S.P.L.A.S.H! is a collaborative summer program for children ages 3-14 diagnosed with ASD offered by the ACC-EMU and Judson Center-Washtenaw. Designed and supervised by our multi-disciplinary team, S.P.L.A.S.H! days will be filled with socially engaging, sensory-rich, age-appropriate and creative small group recreation opportunities among peers of similar ages and abilities. All levels are welcome, special diets are honored and our staff of trained EMU students and graduates are eager to provide hands-on support needed to ensure your child's success! Overall staff-to-child ratio will be approximately 1:3, with variations based on level of need and to promote functional independence.
- Summer 2012 Program Options (pdf)
- Summer 2012 Application (pdf)
- Summer 2012 Financial Assistance Application (pdf)
Intakes at ACC
The intake process provides the family and ACC with the opportunity to get to know each other better.
- Make a 1/2 hour phone or in-person initial appointment with an intake assistant at no charge to go over basic information, hear about our options and see if you'd like to proceed with a full intake at ACC.
- Focused Intakes are for clients that already have already obtained a diagnosis on the Autism Spectrum (Aspergers, HFA, PDD-NOS, Autistic Disorder) or Global Developmental Delay (GDD) with suspected Autism for those under 5 years of age. Focused intakes use the CARS (Childhood Autism Rating Scale) system to re-confirm diagnosis. Appointments are available during business and extended hours as necessary. Plan for about 2 hours.
Comprehensive Diagnostics
Comprehensive Intakes will include diagnostics and expertise necessary to confirm ASD. The ADOS and ADI-R, as well as other standard cognitive, sensory, language and social- emotional profile information will be collected by our interdisciplinary team, including medical coordination from a licensed nurse practitioner, and a full report will be provided to the client. Two appointments are required for comprehensive intake: An evaluation day and a reporting/discussion day. Each appointment can take 2-3 hours.
"This is a place where we can come and not feel 'judged'.
My son feels welcome and it's such a relief to find this
sense of community...thank you for caring about families."
Person-Centered Plans at the ACC
The family planning process provides an opportunity for the ACC to review the information gathered during the Intakes and to individualize effective and supportive programs.
Person-Centered Planning / Family Plans are important in considering the strengths and interests of individuals with Autism and identifying resources within families and communities to improve quality of life. A person-centered plan can help drive planning across a lifetime and focus on priorities and functional goals for an individual. Available by appointment.
Speech & Language Therapy (Easter Seals)
Our speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are experienced in lifespan services for individuals on the autism spectrum and can address issues from basic speech production challenges to complex social language and processing deficits. Individual and group sessions will be available by appointment.
Occupational Therapy (Easter Seals)
Sensory integration, regulation, fine motor and motor planning differences can all be addressed by our occupational therapists (OTs) on an individual basis, or in groups. Activities of daily living are an important part of progress…let us help design a program that WORKS to improve the functional aspects life. Now taking appointments for individual or group OT.
Move, Play and Groove
This group is best suited for children with some expressive language and ability to attend to small group activities – the focus will be on social language and sustained peer interaction, and increasing play repertoires to include or enhance cooperative and imaginative play.
"I LOVE coming to teen music group at the ACC
- it's OK to just BE MY-SELF there.
I made a new friend and I am having fun."
Music Therapy
Introducing: Creative Arts and Music Therapy for Teen Girls. Please call for more information.
Nutrition Therapy
Optimal health and wellness begins with diet and our department of Dietetics & Human Nutrition is excited to help families navigate the various special diet, supplement and nutritional intervention options available to individuals with Autism. Basics on Gluten Free/Casein Free, Soy-Free, Specific Carbohydrate Diet, Avoiding Artificial Ingredients, Eating Organic, Enzymes, Supplements and more. What is research-based and safe for your family? What about menu-planning, shopping and cooking healthier on a tight budget? Concerned about a picky eater or problem feeder? Our multi-disciplinary FEEDING TEAM can use and coach you on techniques for expanding food choices, tastes and textures and improving nutrition. Weight management issues in children and adults are another focus for improving over all quality of life. We can customize a service plan just right for your individual needs.
Academic Support
Tutoring 1:1 for elementary, middle and high-school aged students is available for skill building, enrichment of special interests with an emphasis on differentiated learning styles. Individualized support, and scheduling by appointment.
Advocacy Training and Educational Supports will be provided by our Special Education faculty and students from the Masters in Autism program at EMU. Parent workshops and individual consultations on IEPs as well as independent educational evaluations for school districts and ISD are available. Download flyer (pdf)
College Support: The Autism Collaborative Center (ACC) can provide individualized college support services to empower students with Autism/Aspergers to succeed at their highest level socially and academically. Download flyer (pdf)
"I really appreciate the parent support groups where
I can get practical advice from other moms and dads
who 'get it'...I no longer feel so isolated by Autism."
Parent Support Groups
Parent Share is a FREE support and discussion group for caregivers of individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
2012 Parent Share event schedules:
Sibling Support Groups
Sibling Support Activities & Events will provide a special experience and common understanding among siblings of individuals with Autism. The KIDPOWER program, will help siblings ages 7 - 12 and their friends to see the positive potential of their unique families, how to re-frame their experiences and change their communities.
Psychotherapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work students and their supervisor are prepared to facilitate discussion with either individuals or family groups to help support the complex emotional toll that Autism can take in one's life. The development of coping strategies, parent management training, stress-reduction and psychoeducation will be utilized.
Having healthy outlets are important on the journey of autism - let us assist you.
Social Groups (for all ages!)
Social groups are available to help teach and generalize specific skills and provide opportunities for age-appropriate socialization in a welcoming, creative environment at the ACC.
- Social Scenes
- Life In General
- Peer Method
Pre-registration and screening for appropriate group match required – enrolling now
Pre-School Fun
Pre-School Play Skills Group. Download flyer (pdf)