Hi Reader, Get your capes ready! The 3rd Annual Follow the Spectrum Autism Festival is returning to Fayetteville on Saturday, April 18th, and the AutismCOE team can’t wait to celebrate with you. This year’s festival features a Superhero theme to honor the unique strengths and individuality of every child. It’s a day dedicated to providing families with a supportive, sensory-friendly environment filled with joy, connection, and great resources. Stop by the AutismCOE booth to say hello! We’ll...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader Today, we join the nation in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. At AutismCOE, Dr. King’s vision of a "Beloved Community" inspires our daily mission. We believe every individual deserves to be defined by their dreams and abilities, not their labels.🌟🌈 Today, we reaffirm our commitment to: Inclusion: Ensuring everyone feels they belong. ❤️ Empowerment: Providing tools for independence. 💪🚀 Service: Supporting the families who trust us with their care. 🤗💙 In...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader 🎄Wishing You and Your Loved Ones a Joyful and Peaceful Christmas❤️ Thank you for being a part of our AutismCOE community — we appreciate you! ✨A Little Holiday Cheer✨ Here’s a festive resource to brighten your day: Wishing you love, peace, and happiness!🎁💫 🎁 Helpful Holiday Tips & Resources for You Top 8 Sensory-Friendly Christmas Activities for Children with Autism Top 10 Autism-Friendly Christmas Gifts for a Joyful Holiday North Carolina - Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Apex,...
10 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Christian, Happy birthday from all of us at Autism COE!Thanks for your hard work and positive spirit. Wishing you an amazing day and an even better year. Hope your day is as exceptional as your work. Wishing you a birthday that feels like a good beginning. North Carolina - Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Apex, Garner, Wake Forest, Cary, Fayetteville Virginia - Richmond, Midlothian, Chester, Henrico, Tuckahoe, Lynchburg, Petersburg, North Chesterfield, Chesterfield, Colonial Heights,...
11 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader As Thanksgiving approaches, we want to share warm wishes with you, your families, and the dedicated therapists and caregivers who support children every day. 🧡 We also know the holiday season can sometimes bring sensory challenges — especially for families with children with autism, or for anyone who knows and supports a child with autism. To make the day a little calmer and more enjoyable, we’ve included a simple sensory-friendly Thanksgiving tips you can use or share with...
11 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader We’re excited to invite you to a free in-person CEU event hosted by AutismCOE in Richmond, VA. This session is designed specifically for ABA professionals looking to strengthen their programming skills with practical, socially significant strategies. Register Now! Socially Significant Programming in Practice Presented by: Alex Cipriani, M.S., BCBA, LBA 📅 Date: November 22nd, 2025 ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM 📍 Location: 804 Moorefield Park Dr., Suite 101, Richmond, VA 23236 🎓 CEUs:...
11 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader Happy Halloween from the AutismCOE team! We want to help make this special night joyful and inclusive for every child. If you're heading out for treats, please keep an eye out for the Blue Pumpkin! The blue pumpkin is a friendly way to signal that a trick-or-treater may have autism or be non-verbal. It's a reminder for all of us to be extra patient, kind, and understanding. Inside this quick guide, we've shared our top 4 easy tips to prepare for a successful and sensory-friendly...
12 months ago • 1 min read
🎉You’re Invited🎈 Dear Reader, We’re thrilled to invite you and your family to a special event hosted by AutismCOE ABA Therapy Centers – our Sensory Fun-Tastic Fair! 📅When: Friday, July 19th🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM📍 Where: 1000 Park Forty Plaza, Suite 110, Durham, NC 27713 This is a FREE, family-friendly event filled with fun and engaging sensory activities, including: 🎨 Face Painting 🎈 Bounce House 🍕 Free Pizza & Drinks 🧩 Sensory Play Zone Plus, 10 lucky winners will receive a backpack...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader Caring for children with autism is rewarding but challenging, especially with developmental milestones. Early Intervention is key—it builds essential skills, improves interactions, and fosters independence. Programs like Early Step Learning Center help families and children thrive. Acting early can transform a child’s life! ✨What is Early Learning Intervention?🫶 Early Learning Intervention supports children with developmental delays by improving communication, behavior, and social...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read