Behavioral Health Business March 7, 2024
A handful of organizations, like the Adult Autism Center in Murray, Utah, are leading the charge to help adults with autism receive services after age 21.
When students with autism or developmental disabilities turn 22 years of age, they are no longer eligible for special education services provided by their state. Young people often receive the bulk of their autism services in schools.
Government programs shift their focus from Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), speech-language pathology, and occupational therapy services to programs on developing social, vocational, and functional skills. While these real-world skills are essential, for many people with autism, the shift away from ABA and other therapies can be premature.
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