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March 13, 2020Autism, Community, Programs, Staff, , , , by

Open REC Canceled: Effective Immediately

In these times of uncertainty, we want you to know that the safety and health of our clients, families, and staffers are always a top priority. Open REC programs have been discussed within our administration and because of the “rapidly changing landscape regarding COVID-19,” it has …
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March 12, 2020Autism, Programs, , , , , , , by

Handwashing and ABA

Handwashing and ABA While we are all being inundated with reminders to wash our hands, it is important to note that what may be a simple task for some is not a simple task for all. We work on hygiene skills such as handwashing quite …
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February 20, 2020Autism, Programs, , , , by

Vacation Here, There or Anywhere!

Vacation here, there or anywhere! Is it summer yet? It’s about that time of year in New England when we are all starting to feel a little “over” the weather. It’s February Break and many families are out of town this week or next. However, …
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June 19, 2019Autism, , , , , , , , , , by

Summer at The REC: How Does Your Garden Grow?

It’s the first week of Summer at The REC and we are all about gardening this week! Check out some of the things we have been doing at the center to go along with our How Does Your Garden Grow theme: Sensory Friendly Garden Bin …
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June 18, 2019Autism, Topic Tuesday, , , , , , by

Generalization

Generalization Generalization is one of the 7 dimensions of ABA. Let’s dig a little deeper into different forms of Generalization. Stimulus Generalization An antecedent stimulus has a history of evoking a response that was reinforced such as flipping a light switch and the lights turn …
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April 16, 2019Autism, Topic Tuesday, , , , by

Generalization

An introduction to Generalization   Definition of Generalization in Applied Behavior Analysis: behavior lasts over time, across different environments, people and different behaviors. All of the skills we are teaching need to be generalized and maintained over time by the natural environment.  What’s the point …
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March 12, 2019Autism, Topic Tuesday, , , , , , , by

GET A CAB – 7 Dimensions of ABA

  What are the 7 Dimensions of ABA? And what do they mean for programming at the REC?   What does this mean? How do we do this at the REC? Generality Results are lasting and able to be replicated in multiple environments, with different …
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February 19, 2019Autism, Topic Tuesday, , , , , by

Topic Tuesday: Different Certifications You Might See at the REC

  Professionals who work in ABA can have different types of certifications from the Behavior  Analyst Certification Board. What do they stand for and what do they all mean? We have them listed here! Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) A paraprofessional who is certified by the …
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November 13, 2018Autism, , , , , , , , , , , , , , by

Sensory Friendly Events During Thanksgiving Week

Many of our kiddos have a couple days off next week due to the Thanksgiving holiday! If you are looking for activities to do during the break look no further! We have compiled a list of Sensory Friendly events in the area happening during the …
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October 2, 2018Autism, Topic Tuesday, , , , , by

Specific and Nonspecific Reinforcement

REINFORCEMENT   Specific reinforcement is directly related to what the speaker wants when teaching mands and a child asks for water they are given water. Under similar conditions this will increase the likelihood of the child asking for water in the future.     Nonspecific …
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REC Hosted Events
Mommy’s Night Out

Mommy’s Night Out is an evening for busy moms who could use a break. Come join us for a fun, relaxing evening mingling with other moms. Various vendors will onsite displaying and talking about their wonderful products. Some include jewelry, accessories, skincare products and more! Wine and appetizers will be served.

Date Night

Date Night is a chance for you and your significant other to treat yourselves to some alone time. Drop your children off at the REC where they will be greeted by our experienced staff for an evening of planned activities and fun.

Parent Workshops

Various workshops will be held regularly that touch upon relevant special education topics. Guest speakers and other industry professionals will lead the workshops and finish with a Q&A. Feel free to contact us with topics you would like to see added to the agenda. Contact us for more information.

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