After School Programs
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One of the many challenges parents have is finding after school care with qualified/trained staff particularly for children not as verbal. With limited after care programs available, these parents are limited to working part time or staying at home. And this places another economic burden on these families. Without a convenient therapeutic after school program, parents spend a lot of time to drive their children from therapy to therapy which can result in a disjointed care plan.
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Elywn: Autism Resource Community Hub of Lehigh Valley (ARCH)
​Where: 1347 Hausman Road Allentown, PA 18104
Call: (610) 573-2500
Website: https://www.elwyn.org/services/children-3-21/autism-resource-community-hub-of-lehigh-valley/
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KidsPeace Autism Connections Therapeutic After School Program
Services: Uses behavior management and positive reinforcement systems to encourage and maintain appropriate behaviors. Children are bused to an onsite location to participate in social skills training, interactive and cooperative games; emotional regulation activities and psycho educational groups. Eligible youth are recommended for services through a BHRS provider and/or a psychological evaluation. Funding is provided by medical assistance (CCBH).
Contact: Alexis Harvey, Program Supervisor
Call: 610-799-8222
Email: somwega@kidspeace.org
Ages: 6-16 yrs old
When: Monday-Friday 3:30p.m.-6:30p.m.
Website: http://www.kidspeace.org
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Where: 87 South Commerce Way, Suite 740, Bethlehem, PA 18017
Call: 610-814-4852
Website: https://www.merakey.org/
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Unconditional Child Care
Services:
Works with parents and child care providers to provide support and intervention for young children whose behavior in child care is difficult to manage. Services and resources are brought to the child care program and to the family to help the child succeed in childcare in a wraparound process.
Who is eligible?
Families with children who are enrolled in licensed child care centers and in group and family child care homes in Lehigh/Northampton counties. Parents who are using child care because of employment or enrollment in school are eligible for services. Parents and child care staff must be willing to be active members of the wraparound team.
Referrals: May be made by parents, providers or others involved with the child.
Call: 610-419-4500
*Note: Waiting list for services to begin is due to limited funding for the program.