Smith Resource Investigation
Running Head: SMITH RESOURCE INVESTIGATION
Adora Smith
Jeffersonville, KY
Summer II 2015
ECE 508 Resource Investigation
July 1, 2015
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Agency Name: Kentucky Autism Training Center
Resource Services provided:
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Provide resource information and evidence based professional development training for
the systems of support for individuals with ASD in education, early childhood, mental
health, and employment.
Empower families through providing resource, services and support information and
evidence based training opportunities (i.e. videos, workshops)
Provide outreach through the development and dissemination of resource materials,
videos, and other evidence-based information for the community
Develop evidence-based models and practices for educators, schools and families
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://louisville.edu/education/kyautismtraining
Kentucky Autism Training Center
UofL Autism Center at Kosair Charities
1405 E. Burnett Avenue
Louisville, KY 40217
Your Analysis of Services- They provide a variety of resources and training for families all in
one location which will be beneficial.
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Agency Name: Autism Spectrum Disorders Related Support Groups in Kentucky
Resource Services provided: A list of autism support groups all around Kentucky.
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.ket.org/kidshealth/development/pdf/autism_support_groups.pdf
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These support groups
will help bring together families and professionals to work collaborative and support one
another.
3.
Agency Name: Highlands Center for Autism
Resource Services provided:
- Community based ABA intervention
- Consultation Services
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- Trainings for Parents/Caregivers and Professionals
- On site diagnostic services in conjunction with UK’s developmental pediatrician
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.highlandsautism.org/
5080 KY Rt. 321
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: Parents of children
with autism will be provided trainings in basic ABA, toilet training, finding/accessing research
based treatment for their child, etc.
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Agency Name: Bluegrass Center for Autism
Resource Services provided: Individualized education to children with autism. They help
develop learning tools and skills these children need by the time they reach adulthood.
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://bluegrasscenterforautism.org/
9810 Bluegrass Parkway
Louisville, KY
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services will
help children who need a more individualized approach in their education.
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Agency Name: Growing Minds Learning Center
Resource Services provided: Specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis therapy and behavior
support for children with autism as well as other disabilities. They provide tutoring, community
living supports, respite, etc.
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://growingmindslearningcenter.com/
141 Eagle Creek Drive Suite 103
Lexington, KY
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family:
Meets the needs of the children with autism and allows them and their family to play a primary
role in decision-making, assists child to become a contributing member to society and each child
is treated with dignity and self-worth and progress towards their goals and objectives.
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Agency Name: Verbal Behavior Consulting, Inc.
Resource Services provided: Offers client-centered behavioral solutions and specializes in
treatments for children with autism. They provide consultation to families, schools, and agencies.
They also provide parent and caregiver training in home and site based programs to provide the
most consistency in behavior procedures.
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.verbalbehaviorconsulting.com/VBC/VBC.html
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services will
help children with autism and their families because they work together to find behavior
solutions that work best for the child and use it consistently.
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Agency Name: Kelly Autism Project
Resource Services provided: Provides services to individuals on the autism spectrum from age
seven through adulthood and their families. They provide educational, social, and a supportive
environment to help those with ASD to achieve their potential as independent, productive, and
active community members.
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
1906 College Heights Blvd.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
http://www.wku.edu/kellyautismprogram/index.php
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services will
help the child and family because they help those with ASD achieve potential and be able to
become independent adults.
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Agency Name: Bluegrass Autism Services
Resource Services provided:
 Psychological Assessments and Diagnoses
 Home-based ABA Program Development and Consultation
 Functional Behavior Assessments
 Behavior Intervention Plans
 Alternative Skill Development
 Parent and Caregiver Training
 Behavior Therapist Support
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School Consultation
IEP Support and Advocacy
Supervision for BCBA/BCBaBA candidates
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.bluegrassautism.com/
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services help the
child and family because they individualized and provide a variety of services to those with
autism.
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Agency Name: Autism Society of Kentuckiana
Resource Services provided:
Serves the greater Louisville area and Southern Indiana to provide support for families that are
affected by Autism. They provide resources and education for these families through monthly
support meetings, workshops, and social events.
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.ask-lou.org/
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services will
help families talk with others who are also affected by autism and they do not have to feel that
they are alone.
10. Agency Name: Dreams with Wings
Resource Services provided:
Children Services:
 Case management
 Youth Summer Camps
 Respite Supports
Adult Services:
 Case management
 Residential supports
 Adult day services
 In-home and respite supports
 Supported employment
 Therapy services
 Behavior supports
 Leisure outreach
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
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http://www.dreamswithwings.org/
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services are
different from other services providers because they provide for the children and adults with
autism and to help encouraging each individual to be fully included into society.
11. Agency Name: Easter Seals
Resource Services provided: Services are provided from pre-school through adulthood to those
with autism.
Preschool services:
 Inclusive child care
 Early intervention
 Social integration
 Play based programs
School aged Children Services:
 Applied Behavior Analysis
 Social integration
 Outpatient therapy
 School to work transition program
Adult Services:
 Therapy
 Job training
 Residential
 Social integration
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.easterseals.com/
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services will
help the child/adult and family because they create life-changing solutions to help these
individuals learn to live, learn, work and play.
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12. Agency Name: West Kentucky Autism Center
Resource Services provided:
 Medical treatment (neuro-developmental, diagnostic evaluation)
 Applied Behavior Analysis
 Speech Therapy
 Occupational Therapy
 Mental Health Counseling
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.westkyautismcenter.org/
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services will
help the child and family because they provide a wide variety of services and support all in one
location to benefit the family.
13. Agency Name: Autism Center Apple Patch
Resource Services provided:
 Occupational Therapy
 Physical Therapy
 Speech and Language Therapy
 Social Recreation
 Social Skills Training
 Vocational Services
 Music Appreciation
 Recreation
 Community Inclusion and Integration
 Assistive and Adaptive Technology including Augmentative Communication Devices
 Career Training
 Independent Living Skills
 Transition Programming from area high school programs
 Art Appreciation
 Sensory Integration
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.applepatch.org/services.html
7408 Highway 329
Crestwood, KY
40014
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Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services will
help the adults with educational needs on the autism spectrum. They help each adult reach their
potential and personalized their therapies and intervention services to help meet their unique
educational needs.
14. Agency Name: The Chatter Box
Resource Services provided:
 Speech Therapy
 Occupational Therapy
 Physical Therapy
 Developmental Intervention
 Playgroup
 Feeding/Playgroup
 Preschool
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://www.thechatterboxky.com/Home.html
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family:
These services will help the child and family because they provide a variety of services in one
location that their child may need to overcome obstacles and reach their potential.
15. Agency Name: The Center for Autism Spectrum Evaluation, Service, and Research
(CASPER)
Resource Services provided:
 Psychological services
 Diagnostic assessment
 Social skills evaluation
 Individual and group social skills therapy
 Consultation intervention using COMPASS
Access Agency – (Internet address, or real location address):
http://ukcasper.weebly.com/
Your Analysis of Services- how will this help the child/parent/family: These services will
help the child and family because they want to them to know they are not along and will help
connect parents to others who have been through what they are experiencing and helps provide
information to help them make informed decisions. They also provide services for adults with
autism.