Behavior Analysis Center for Autism

Happy Autistic Pride Day! ♾️

Today and every day, we’re celebrating the autism community and the many ways each person thinks, connects, and shines.

Here’s to honoring self-expression and creating spaces where every mind is valued. 🌈

Some of the best summer play starts with what’s already around the house. 🏡

Autism Speaks rounded up 10 DIY sensory activities, from colored beans 🌈 and rainbow ice 🧊 to pool noodle boats. ⛵

Every child engages with play differently. Families can start with what feels safe, realistic, and fun, then adjust from there. 💛

Try one this week: https://bit.ly/3QnJwFg

10 Sensory activities for autism | Autism Speaks Click here for 10 fun DIY sensory activities and games that will give children great new sensory experiences and improve motor skills!

Less summer slide. More summer stride! ☀️

When school routines pause, children with autism may have fewer built-in chances to practice communication 💬, connect with peers 🤝, and build independence. 💛

Our blog below shares how summer social skills programs can add structure, play, and connection, so a different routine can still leave room for growth. 🌱

See where a little summer support can take your kiddo: https://bit.ly/4a60bDR

The Benefits of Summer Social Skills Programs for Kids with Autism - BACA Enroll your child in a summer social skills program to prevent regression and reinforce learning, ensuring a smooth transition back to school.

Planning a family vacation can bring a lot of excitement 🤩 and a lot to think through 💭.

For families of children with autism, a little extra preparation can make the trip feel more manageable before it even begins.

We’re sharing five autism-friendly vacation ideas, from flying ✈️ and road trips 🛣️ to cruises 🚢, theme parks 🎢, and staycations close to home. 🏡

Every family’s needs are different. More options can make planning feel a little less manageable. 💛

Read more here:

5 Tips for Planning a Successful Vacation for Your Child With Autism - BACA Discover how to plan a successful vacation for your child with autism. Autism-friendly destinations can make your trip fun for the whole family.

Summer break is here ☀️, and for many families 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦, the change in routine can bring both excitement and a few extra adjustments.

This Child Mind Institute article shares practical ways to bring a little more structure 🗓️ into summer days while still keeping things fun and flexible. 😀

It includes ideas for:
✅ Creating visual schedules
✅ Planning activities ahead of time
✅ Keeping familiar routines in place
✅ Supporting smoother transitions
✅ Making room for adjustment time

Small shifts can help the season feel steadier for the whole family. 💛

Read more here:

Strategies for a Successful Summer Break - Child Mind Institute Tips for managing your kids' downtime to help make it relaxing for everyone. Here are some strategies for a successful summer break.

Welcome to BACA, McKinzie R.! 🎉

McKinzie is joining our team at our Elkhart Learning Center as a behavior analyst (BA). 📝

This new chapter brings another caring professional into the important work happening in Indiana, and we’re excited to have her with us. 🌟

Please help us give McKinzie a warm welcome! 👋

Backpacks may be tucked away 🎒, but skill building can still show up in everyday summer 🌞 moments.

For families of children with autism, that might look like adjusting routines️, retaining existing skills, or trying something new with a little extra encouragement. 😀

We’re sharing ideas to help families 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 keep the season playful, purposeful, and full of ways to grow. 🌱

Read our full blog here: https://bit.ly/4xpgohx

Making the Most of Summer Break by Building Essential Skills - BACA Maximize your child’s summer break by building essential skills. Try these strategies to foster growth, social interaction, and to prevent “summer slide” in children with autism.

Are you at the Indiana Early Intervention Conference? 👋

Our BACA team is in Bloomington 📍 today and tomorrow, June 11 and 12, connecting with early intervention providers, families, and professionals from across Indiana.

Stop by our table to say hello, grab a sticker or pen, and learn more about how BACA supports children and families through tailored ABA therapy and diagnostic services. 🖊️✨

We’d love to see you! 🙂