KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — Helping Hands Family (HHF), a prominent provider of comprehensive autism services, is transforming early childhood education with the launch of their Little Hands Day Program. This ground-breaking initiative, serving as an alternative to traditional preschool, is tailored to enhance learning readiness among children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
The Little Hands program aims to equip children aged 2-5 years with essential skills for future academic success, including potential entry into kindergarten. It combines evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies with a comprehensive curriculum and one-on-one therapy.
“We integrate therapeutic interventions with school-like activities such as circle time, arts and crafts, and peer play,” says Lindsay Phillips, M.A., BCBA, Parent Engagement Coordinator at HHF. “This approach builds foundational skills necessary for a successful school experience, reducing the need for extensive support in school once the child achieves these milestones and effectively transitions into an educational environment.”
Key elements of the program include a team of experienced autism specialists, an individualized curriculum, one-on-one support, and consistent progress monitoring. The team comprises certified ABA therapists, including Registered Behavior Technicians and Board-Certified Behavior Analysts specializing in autism and early child development.
The curriculum is designed to address each child’s specific needs and learning styles, rather than applying a classroom-wide prompting structure. The one-on-one support ensures that autism experts can focus on specific skill sets and curriculum for individual children.
Regular assessments track each child’s progress, ensuring targeted support and data-driven results. An internal study conducted by HHF showed a whopping 90% increase in learning readiness within the initial six months of treatment.
The Little Hands Day Program offers a specialized and safe environment conducive to early childhood learning and development, addressing the unique challenges children with autism often face in traditional school settings.
Since its inception, HHF has been a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, delivering autism therapy in clinics, homes, and schools across New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New York. The HHF clinical team is comprised of devoted autism professionals, committed to delivering customized treatment plans and fostering social development through science-based programs. With the launch of the Little Hands Day Program, HHF continues to pioneer new pathways in autism education.
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