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The Helm ABA BlogNavigating Valentine’s Tropes: Celebrating Uniqueness and Inclusivity
As Valentine's Day approaches, the air is filled with the scent of roses, heart-shaped chocolates, and the ubiquitous imagery of cupids and love notes. For families with children on the autism spectrum, navigating through these traditional tropes can present unique...
Sensory Friendly Valentine’s Day Activities
Valentine's Day is a celebration of love, and what better way to revel in the festivities than by creating sensory friendly activities that cater to everyone! In this blog post, we'll explore delightful and inclusive Valentine's Day activities that engage the senses,...
Family Fun Nights with The Helm
At The Helm ABA, we understand the importance of fostering connections and building a sense of community for families affected by autism. That's why we're thrilled to introduce our latest initiative – Family Fun Nights! These gatherings are not just events; they're...
Lights, Camera, Inclusion!
In the realm of storytelling, movies have the power to shape perceptions and foster understanding. For families with individuals on the autism spectrum, finding films that authentically portray characters with autism can be a truly enriching experience. In this blog...
Autism – Finding Holiday Joy
The holiday season is a time of joy, festivities, and creating cherished memories with loved ones. However, for families with individuals on the autism spectrum, this time of year can present unique challenges. Today, let's explore some of the common challenges faced...
Has Acceptance of Autism Made Us Complacent?
With the increasing awareness and understanding of autism in recent years, it has become more commonplace. However, with familiarity often comes complacency, and it's important to remember that autism is still a unique and diverse spectrum that deserves our attention...
Having Fun With Autism Awareness Month
Autism Awareness Month is celebrated in April, and it's a time when people all over the world come together to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), raise awareness, and show their support for individuals on the spectrum. Now, let's get this straight - just...
Spring on the Behavior
Ah, Spring! Birds chirping, flowers blooming, one of the two good weather months of the Texas year. What could be better? Except for a lot of us, Spring also means an increase in our child’s behavior. Why does that happen, and what can we do about it? Spring Fever...
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day!
It is easy to forget that being a kid can be pretty tough. Navigating through life, finding boundaries, learning all the ever changing rules. It’s hard. And when you add autism into the mix, all of those things can be even harder. We probably don’t acknowledge that...