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You Can Help End the Waitlist for Autism Services
Make a Meaningful Difference Today – Help End the Waitlist for Quality Autism Treatment
Throughout our region, thousands of families are stuck in limbo, waiting for services for their children with autism. Their situation is a desperate one.
ASD is the fastest growing developmental disability in the US, affecting 1 in 54 children. There is no cure, but with effective treatment, people with autism can learn the skills they and their families need to enjoy the day-to-day activities that we often take for granted.
Autism is an developmental disability that affects how a person learns, communicates, and interacts socially. When a child with autism isn’t taught how to appropriately identify and express what they are feeling, the resulting behaviors can be unbearable. Severe tantrums that are inconsolable, problems with bladder control, unable to bear the touch of a loving parent, and even hitting or other forms of aggression are some of the ways a child may express their frustration.
Without quality autism services, these behaviors often worsen and become harder and harder to treat.
At Potential, we understand the despair of these families and are working diligently to help end the wait list for autism services in our region. At our center alone there are 200 children who are waiting for access to services. Many of these have been waiting for a year or more.
Regardless of the amount, your contribution to Potential will have a tremendous impact by allowing us to do two things:
· Recruit and train the staff needed to expand services in both the clinic and home setting
· Add specialized programs to meet the unique needs of these children.
At the same time, we are aggressively hiring behavior caregivers to meet the needs of clients in their homes, our center, or at school. This is a two-step process. Once hired, staff participate in a rigorous 3-week group training program developed and tested by Potential that allows them to reach a higher level of certification known as Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT). This program far exceeds the one-to-two days of initial training most organizations provide and is a testament to Potential’s commitment to quality and to serving our autism community.
It costs $2,500 to recruit, hire and train a new employee. By helping us end the waitlist, you will provide these families and children with more than quality autism services. You will give them hope for a brighter future.
We believe that with the additional staff and your generous support, we can significantly cut the waitlist!
FAQs
Where is the new location?
The new location is in Warminster, PA, near Street Road and Jacksonville Road.
Why is the waitlist so long?
Our waitlist is so long because there are simply more people waiting for services than there are providers. In addition, Potential's reputation and our exceptional dedication to our clients sets us apart from other providers.
How does Potential's unique training process differ?
Once hired, staff participate in a rigorous 4-week group training program developed and tested by Potential that allows them to reach a high level of certification known as Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT). This program far exceeds the one-to-two days of initial training most organization provide and is a testament to Potential's commitment to quality and to serving our autism community.
How can I support this fundraiser?
Click the donate button above to make your donation or to start a fundraising team.
Once I make my donation, how can I help share with others?
Follow our Facebook page to see our progress and share the event information with your friends and family.
Thank you for your support!
Thank you for making a generous donation today to ensure local families receive access to services they so desperately need. We invite you to stay in touch, follow us on our social media platforms and to share this opportunity with your friends and family. We thank you, but most of all the families and clients you are helping thank you!