The READY Clinic

07/27/2025

Allianz Field offers sensory kits for those who may need support in their venue and these kits also include some safety tools. These kits are considered medical bags and allowed in all soccer games. Click the link for more detailed information on sensory bags and other accommodations: https://www.allianzfield.com/plan-your-visit/accessibilty

SWWC Behavioral Health Services
SWWC Service Cooperative

Matchday is for everyone. We work hard to make Allianz Field accessible for all through ADA seating and parking, closed captioning, and more.

07/22/2025

Did you know that UnitedHealthcare partnered with Target Field to create a Sensory Suite for the neurodiverse? Click the link for more information on how you can enjoy live baseball in a sensory friendly environment!

Neuroatypical guests of all ages and abilities are invited to visit Target Field's new state-of-the-art UnitedHealthcare Sensory Suite.

07/07/2025

Congratulations on passing your RBT exam! Thank you for your hard work at our Montevideo clinic!

07/03/2025

The READY Clinics are closed today at noon and all day tomorrow in observance of Independence Day.

07/01/2025

July is Disability Pride Month! View the video for a brief history of the creation of the Disability Pride Flag and click on this link for the full article: https://www.ameridisability.com/heres-what-the-disability-pride-flag-represents/

Advocating Change Together (ACT) is hosting the 3rd annual Disability Pride Festival on July 17th. Click for more information: https://happeningnext.com/event/acts-3rd-annual-disability-pride-festival-eid3a0cie7qb3

06/29/2025

Planning a trip to the Minnesota Zoo? Children with autism spectrum disorder and other diagnoses and other considerations may qualify for the Free to Explore program. "If you are 1.) a Minnesota resident, 2.) receive benefits from one of the programs listed and, 3.) present the approved documentation with photo ID showing that you are the benefit recipient, you and your dependents will receive free daytime admission to the Zoo. Advance tickets are required and can be booked (see weblink). Please show your documentation when your tickets are scanned at the Zoo doors. The parking fee of $10 per car is not included with Free to Explore. Please pay for parking when you order your online tickets or purchase at the door. Click the link to review the zoo's ADA policies and a full list of accommodation options as well as the Free to Explore program: https://mnzoo.org/us/freetoexplore/

The Minnesota Zoo allows you to call ahead to identify days when large groups are expected if you want to avoid the crowds. You can access their sensory map here:https://mnzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/MNZ_2025_SensoryGuideFinal2b2.pdf

06/25/2025

Looking for Minnesota staycation ideas? Print the bucket list and click the link for low or no cost ways to enjoy kid-friendly summer activities in the Twin Cities!
https://thriftyminnesota.com/twin-cities-summer-bucket-list-with-free-printable/

You can add a day of thrills to your staycation working with Valley Fair's Autism Friendly program, which includes access to a quiet room for break times:
https://www.valleyfair.com/binaries/content/assets/vf-en-us/general-information/help/vf-tips-for-guests-with-autism.pdf

Click hear to view the full range of Valley Fair's accessibility accommodations: https://www.valleyfair.com/accessibility

06/22/2025

Multiple studies suggest that children's reading proficiency can decline during the summer months. These summer reading programs can help motivate your child to maintain or grow pre-reading skills and independent reading levels during summer.

Click the link for the Barnes and Nobel summer reading link: https://www.barnesandnobleinc.com/our-stores-communities/summer-reading-program/

Click here for Pizza Hut's Pre-K-6th grade summer reading app: https://www.bookitprogram.com/

Click to print the Chuck E. Cheese Reading Rewards Calendar and earn 10 free play points by simply reading every day for 2 weeks:https://www.chuckecheese.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/LSM_Rewards_Calendar_Reading.pdf

Click the link to download the Scholastic app for summer reading fun: https://www.scholastic.com/site/summer-reading.html #:~:text=From%20May%209th%20through%20September%2012th%2C%20kids%20can,readers.%20Home%20Base%20is%20moderated%20for%20safety%2024%2F7.

Click the link for Half Price Books to complete reading logs for rewards and access free printables: https://www.hpb.com/summer-reading.html

Source: https://national.macaronikid.com/

06/19/2025

06/19/2025

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) uses behavioral science to solve real-world problems. That means it's practices can be used ANYWHERE (not just in the school or clinic setting!) Through our ABA at Home series, we will share different ways ABA strategies, based on the science of behavior, can be used to make you or your family's lives easier!

May's ABA at Home is about alternatives to saying "no". Saying "no" all day can feel exhausting—and for kids, hearing "no" constantly can lead to frustration, meltdowns, or tuning us out. 😩 Instead, we can replace "no" with redirection or choices.

✅ Instead of: "No, you can't have a cookie."
🔄 Try: "You can have a cookie after dinner, or you can have some fruit now."

✅ Instead of: "No, you can't play outside."
🔄 Try: "We can play outside after it stops raining. Want to build with blocks while we wait?"

This keeps communication positive, clear, and constructive, helping your child learn boundaries without constant conflict. 🙌

🧠 Bonus: It helps teach patience, flexibility, and problem-solving too!

06/19/2025

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) uses behavioral science to solve real-world problems. That means it's practices can be used ANYWHERE (not just in the school or clinic setting!) Through our ABA at Home series, we will share different ways ABA strategies, based on the science of behavior, can be used to make you or your family's lives easier! June's strategy: Offering choices!

Offering controlled choices can reduce tantrums and increase cooperation at home. When telling your child to do something, give them options to choose between (making sure you are OK with both options).

Instead of saying, “Put on your shoes,” try:
👟 “Do you want to wear your red shoes or your blue ones?”

Why it works:
✅ Gives your child a sense of control
✅ Encourages independence
✅ Reduces power struggles
✅ Keeps you in charge of the options

You’re guiding the behavior, but letting them feel empowered 💪✨

06/16/2025

Chevron will match employee donations to The READY Clinic 1:1! Talk to your employer about how to tap into their generosity, then click the link and choose the 'donate' button at the top of the page to donate today!
https://www.swwc.org/foundation