Lighthouse Blog Articles - Page 28
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.
06/11/2025
Overcoming Stereotypes
Autism stereotypes are common and can have significant social consequences for autistic children. Misconceptions hinder the acceptance and inclusion of autistic children. Challenging these stereotypes is vital for creating a more understanding and supportive society. Challenging Common Autism Stereotypes When people hear the word “autism,” they often imagine a narrow set of images, like the […]
06/12/2017
Clinical Corner, June 2017
The Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services (RCAAS) aims to be a national model, offering a mix of vocational and residential programs for adults with autism to work and live within a universal community. An estimated 1 in 68 children nationally – and 1 in 21 in New Jersey – are diagnosed with an autism […]
06/12/2017
Heart of the Matter, June 2017
For three years in a row, the Lighthouse Families First Foundation has partnered with Hockey 4 Life to bring autism awareness to the local community and help families in need. Hockey 4 Life, a non-profit organization of civic-minded hockey enthusiasts, seeks to raise funds for local organizations through an annual hockey tournament, raffles, and silent […]
11/11/2016
Open Enrollment, November 2016 What You Need to Know
What you need to know: The landscape of health insurance has dramatically changed over the course of 2016, with many companies, such as Unitedhealthcare, leaving the individual market in Indiana. Unfortunately, there are fewer choices for 2017, which makes it more important to begin shopping early. A health insurance plan covering ABA services is necessary […]
11/11/2016
Clinical Corner, November 2016
Genetic Research Could Lead to Earlier Autism Diagnosis In an article published in Behavior Genetics, researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negeg (BGU) say they’re closer to understanding the genetic basis of autism. The researchers found distinct characteristics in genes associated with autism that distinguish them from other brain-specific genes. They believe this will allow […]
11/11/2016
Heart of the Matter, November 2016
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and here at Lighthouse Autism Center we are already focused on how we’ll give back to our families, employees, and community. Families: In November, we will host our biannual “Parent’s Day Out” where Lighthouse Autism Center remains open on Saturday with staff who volunteer to give their time to […]
06/27/2016
Hannah and Friends Run and 5K
Hannah and Friends Annual 5K Run and Walk in South Bend, IN Lighthouse Autism Center sponsored and put together a team to participate in the annual Hannah and Friends 5K Run and Walk in South Bend, IN. Each year, Hannah and Friends, a nonprofit organization that raises awareness and compassion for those with different abilities, […]
06/21/2016
Autism Minute – Episode 2 – Instructional Control
Lighthouse Autism Center has recently completed the second episode of our Autism Minute series. The Autism Minute is a video series created by Lighthouse Autism Center to provide helpful tips and resources for parents and caregivers of children with Autism. Each series is led by one of our 10 full-time Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and […]
05/18/2016
Warsaw Expansion Complete – Now Enrolling!
After nearly a year of planning, meetings and construction, the expansion at Lighthouse Autism Center in Warsaw is finally complete. The center is bigger and better than ever, and, we can now serve even more families in the Warsaw area. We opened the Warsaw location in July 2013 after many families, doctors, and autism advocates […]
05/02/2016
Clinical Corner May 2016
No MMR-Autism Link in Large Study of Vaccinated vs. Unvaccinated Despite repeated evidence to the contrary, there are those who continue to assert a link between the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), leading to lower vaccination levels. In the largest-ever study of its kind, researchers again found that the MMR vaccine did […]
05/02/2016
Heart of the Matter May 2016
April was Autism Awareness month, which made it an extra special time for those of us in the autism community. To celebrate, we participated in several fundraising events while also collecting donations for the Lighthouse Families First Foundation. The LHFFF allows us to help special needs children, adults, and their families outside of Lighthouse’s capabilities […]
04/29/2016
Autism Minute- A Series for Parents
Lighthouse Autism Center has recently created the first episode to a series called the Autism Minute. The Autism Minute will be a series of videos created by Board Certified Behavior Analysts at Lighthouse Autism Center who want to help parents and caregivers of children with autism, to learn some of the skills we use at […]
