Partners in Autism

11/18/2025

We had a happy, comfy, cozy pajama day on Friday complete with free plushies for each kiddo to keep!

This weather is making us wish we could have another pajama day today, but we're busy working on lots of skills with lots of awesome, fun staff!

Shout out to all of our Behavior Technicians, Program Coordinators, Behavior Analysts, as well as our Admin and Employment Services staff for their creativity and care!

Thanks to FYE for the plushie donation!

11/16/2025

Read to understand the strengths and shortcomings of the Indiana ABA Workgroup Recommendations for Medicaid funding of ABA therapy.

Our Executive Director, Susan Crowell was a member of the ABA Workgroup. You can read her response and will find the complete list of recommendations from the workgroup here https://www.myautismally.org/blog/response-to-indiana-aba-work-group-recommendations

11/15/2025

Gifted people are more than just “smart.” They process information in richly complex ways. Our assessments match that complexity.

We use research-based tools to provide meaningful insights into how your degree of giftedness shapes you as a whole person. Suitable for adults and children 4 years and older.

Deep dive with our assessment: PartnersinAutism.com/gifted-assessment

11/13/2025

Our Supported Pathways students have been busy practicing their observational and analytical skills. From comparing characters in stories they read to contrasting pumpkins and gourds, they've been learning to recognize patterns, think critically, and express themselves with descriptive language—all while having fun and engaging their senses. Using both literature and tangible materials reinforces the same cognitive skills across different contexts, helping students generalize their learning beyond the classroom!

11/12/2025

We're hosting our third annual for Martha's Closet now through December 15th. Bring in new or gently used winter clothing to our Northcrest location - kids sizes are especially appreciated. Thanks to Martha's Closet/Career Closet for always serving as a great training environment for our Employment Services clients!

11/11/2025

Check out our November Newsletter for updates, resources, and stories: https://www.PartnersinAutism.com/newsletter

Available in English and Español!

11/06/2025

Help shape the future of Waiver services in Indiana!
To improve disability services so people can 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 and 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, Indiana has to hear from YOU!

Give feedback on:
• What’s working well
• What needs to change
• What you want future services to look like

Virtual Waiver Reset Collaborative Conversations occur on:
Nov 17th (Mon) and 19th (Wed) from 6-7:30PM
Register:
• Nov 17: https://shorturl.at/Goiey
• Nov 19: https://shorturl.at/o1yKv

Learn more at: https://www.in.gov/fssa/ddars/bds-waiver-redesign/

11/06/2025

Announcing our first spin-off to our Food and Nutrition course! Come gain confidence and independence in baking!

For those with basic kitchen knowledge who can engage in a 2-hour activity.

Begins Thurs, Nov 13th, 12-2PM. Six weeks, skipping Thanksgiving.

Make No-Bake Energy Bites, Cookies, Quick Bread Biscuits, and get an intro to decorating with a guest teacher.
Register with Amanda@PartnersinAutism.com

11/03/2025

🏆 Congratulations to November's ABA Culture Champions! 🏆
Our October Champions (left) selected their very deserving successors:
- 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳: 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗪 - "Every day she does everything she can for her clients. She’s always putting her clients first no matter what! She is an amazing tech, and I’m in awe each day that I watch her work!"
- 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗛 - "Rachael is admired by everyone around her - she embodies courage, strength, and grace in all she does. She solves problems by tackling them head-on and from all sides, and she isn't scared to try new things."
- 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: 𝗘𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗥 - "Emily has been involved a lot in a short amount of time with us - from onboarding new clients to team changes to working with established clients to now training new technicians, we have seen her grow immensely! She cares for each kid like her own and her uniqueness shines through her work, creativity, and the way she carries herself day to day."
- 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗗 - "Blake comes into work every day with a smile on his face. He not only is positive but also spreads positivity to everyone he talks to. He’s always cracking up jokes and making people laugh."

You each truly make a difference!

11/01/2025

Every moment really is an opportunity for learning in ABA!
While trick-or-treating in our offices, our kiddos got a map of the trick-or-treating spots and naturally practiced these skills with their tech:
- map reading
- practicing knocking
- waiting, saying "trick or treat"
- safely staying outside of doors
- tolerating costumes,
- taking turns
- selecting treats, posing for photos
So many skills - all while having fun!

10/28/2025

We had a blast at our trunk-or-treat this Sunday. We were so happy to see everyone who came out!
Thanks for hanging out and having a good time with other families!
Thanks also for your votes - congratulations to our Dani and Lucy for Best Costume (and costume companion!) and to Megan, Mary, Linzie, and the Navigators Troop for Best Trunk!

10/24/2025

Just 2 days till our trunk-or-treat with activities for all ages including a sensory tent!
We can't wait to see you all on Sunday from 1-3!
Located just behind Northcrest Shopping Center.
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