Lighthouse Blog Articles - Page 16
Discover valuable insights and heartfelt stories from our dedicated team, as well as contributions from experts in the field. We explore the nuances of ABA therapy services and successful strategies implemented at our center for autism to provide you and your family with the support needed to help your child shine.
At Lighthouse Autism Center, we're committed to offering the highest quality ABA therapy for children, tailored to meet the individual needs of each and every family we serve. Join us as we share in your family's journey, offering advice, encouragement, and the latest in autism news and education.
08/13/2025
ABA Therapy Tips for Taking Your Autistic Child to the Dentist
Taking Your Autistic Child to the Dentist For any child, and even adults, a trip to the dentist can often be filled with anxiety, fear, and discomfort. For a autistic child, especially, these feelings can be even further heightened by sensitivities to noise, smell, and touch. To make this experience better for both the child […]
02/28/2023
Lighthouse Autism Center Dine to Donate at Wings, Etc.
Wings Etc. South Bend is donating 15% of all pre-tax food & soft drink sales on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 to Lighthouse Autism Center in support of autism awareness and acceptance month. Come to Wings Etc. at 2051 E. Ireland Road in South Bend, Ind. between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m. Use code D2D0002 at […]
02/28/2023
Autism Awareness Month Sensory Film
Lighthouse Autism Center is sponsoring a Lights Up Sound Down Sensory Movie Screening with Yes Cinema in Columbus, IN in April 2023 in celebration of autism awareness and acceptance month. The program provides a special opportunity for families to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment. The auditoriums dedicated to the program. […]
02/27/2023
Lighthouse Autism Center Gives Back Fiesta
Lighthouse Autism Center Gives Back Fiesta in support of autism awareness and acceptance! Interested in eating delicious Mexican cuisine and having your money go to a good cause? Tuesday, April 11, 2023Hacienda Mexican Restaurant3903 Portage Ave, South Bend, IN 46628 The Hacienda on Portage Ave in South Bend is having a fundraiser to raise awareness […]
02/13/2023
Lighthouse Autism Center Staff Spotlight: Maranda
Meet Maranda, Lighthouse Autism Center’s Staff Spotlight February 2023 Maranda is a Registered Behavior Therapist Trainer at our Decatur center. She previously worked as an Assistant Trainer and started as a Registered Behavior Technician. Maranda has been with Lighthouse Autism Center since October of 2022. As a mother of two, she has always enjoyed working […]
02/07/2023
Lighthouse Autism Center to Open New Center in East Moline, Illinois!
Lighthouse Autism Center Opening in East Moline, Illinois Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) continues to expand, now with a network of centers in four states – quite a journey from its humble beginnings serving four families in one building to now serving hundreds of families across four states for over a decade. It is truly amazing. […]
02/01/2023
Sensory Seeking vs Avoiding – Lighthouse Autism Center
Children with autism may struggle with sensory issues that lead to sensory seeking or sensory avoiding behavior. We explore these two types of behavior, their causes, the problems they may create and how they can both lead to sensory overload. Sensory Seeking vs Sensory Avoiding in Autistic Children Many autistic children have a variety of […]
01/09/2023
Lighthouse Autism Center Staff Spotlight: Halle
Halle is the January 23 Lighthouse Autism Center Staff Spotlight Meet Lighthouse Autism Center’s Staff Spotlight of the Month: Halle Halle is a Registered Behavior Therapist at our Avon center. She has been with Lighthouse Autism Center since March of 2022. She is working towards her associates degree in Psychology from College of the Canyons […]
01/09/2023
Lighthouse Autism Center to Open New Center in Davenport, Iowa!
Lighthouse Autism Center Opening in Davenport, Iowa Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) continues to expand, now with a network of centers in four states – quite a journey from its humble beginnings serving four families in one building to now serving hundreds of families across four states for over a decade. It is truly amazing. Autism […]
12/15/2022
Lighthouse Autism Center Partners with Payton Manning Children’s Hospital to provide Autism Training
Nurses and staff at Peyton Manning Children’s hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana have been attending new training provided by Lighthouse Autism Center to help them better serve patients with autism. The training is meant to help PICU nurses apply that understanding to patients who may come in for care. These skills will help the staff to […]
12/13/2022
Lighthouse Autism Center to Open New Center in Jenison, Michigan!
Lighthouse Autism Center is Bringing Autism Services to Jenison, Michigan Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) continues to expand, with a network of centers in now, three states – quite a journey from its humble beginnings serving four families in one building to now serving hundreds of families across three states for nearly a decade, it is […]
12/13/2022
Lighthouse Autism Center Staff Spotlight: Elizabeth
Elizabeth is Lighthouse Autism Center’s Staff Spotlight of the Month Elizabeth is a Program Manager at our Valparaiso center. She has been with Lighthouse Autism Center since August of 2019 and started as a Registered Behavior Technician, then a Senior Therapist and next, a Jr. Program Manager. She graduated from Ball State University with an […]
12/09/2022
PECS And ABA Therapy – Lighthouse Autism Center
The picture exchange communication system, or PECS, is a teaching system that can help an autistic child or another individual with speech difficulties improve their communication skills. We take a look at PECS’ role in ABA therapy and unpack how it works. Picture Exchange Communication System and its use in ABA Therapy Many autistic children […]
