When parents first realize that their child is functioning differently than what is expected for their age, they can quickly become overwhelmed with worry. While this is natural, as every parent just wants their child to be healthy, these worries can quickly lead to frustration. The good news is that childhood development has grown as …
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Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) at Indian Creek Foundation support children, adolescents, and adults with behavioral health needs in the home, community, and school setting. While Autism is a common diagnosis among behavioral health services recipients, BCBAs work with individuals with other diagnoses as well. Shania is a BCBA with Indian Creek Foundation who began as …
Most people understand Medicaid as the health insurance program for low-income individuals. What not everyone knows is that Medicaid also provides coverage for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). Medicaid does not only ensure healthcare services for people with I/DD. It also pays for the various services that support their ability to live and …
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One thing we can always count on during a Pennsylvania winter is that we will definitely get some kind of winter precipitation. Sometimes it’s snow, sometimes it’s ice, and sometimes it’s a crazy mix. No matter what, it usually has an impact on how Indian Creek Foundation will operate for a few days. Because we …
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Families who have a child or adolescent facing behavioral or emotional challenges typically desire comprehensive solutions that address the immediate needs as well as long-term outcomes. The Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) program at Indian Creek Foundation offers families support and resources to help their children adapt and thrive. The IBHS program takes a team …
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“Autism. Okay, now we know. What are our available resources?” By the time many families receive an official autism diagnosis for their child, relief is often the prevailing emotion. Before they know for certain, families are limited in their resources, answers to questions, and searchable content. If nothing else, diagnosis gives them something concrete with …
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