What does ESPA mean in AUTISM

ESPA is an acronym for Education and Services for People with Autism. It provides comprehensive services and resources to individuals, families, caregivers, healthcare providers, and schools impacted by autism spectrum disorder (ASD). At ESPA, we strive to empower and enable those on the autism spectrum and their communities to thrive in society through education, research, advocacy, capacity building, training, and more.

ESPA provides a variety of services ranging from direct therapeutic support (e.g., social skills groups) to educational programs (e.g., special education classes). Our organization also offers information and referral services regarding resources available throughout the community as well as professional consultations tailored to individual needs.

Program management is carried out by qualified professionals who specialize in ASD-related research or have extensive experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum across multiple settings.

You can get started by filling out an application form which can be found on our website or at our office location. Once your application form has been received and reviewed by our staff we will contact you to discuss further steps that may be needed to help determine eligibility for service provision.

We offer a wide variety of evidence-based behavioral interventions proven successful in helping individuals achieve meaningful outcomes such as improved self-management skills, communication abilities, daily living routines, socialization efforts and academic performance. Furthermore we seek to provide guidance and mentorship enabling people with autism to develop strategies necessary for independent functioning within society.

Yes! We accept most major health insurance policies including Medicaid/Medicare/CHIP/Private Insurance/Tricare/VA benefits with prior authorization from your insurer or managed care organization. We advise you explore your health insurance coverage before contacting us so that you know what type of financial assistance is available for your situation.

If you do not have access to health insurance there are other options available depending on individual circumstances such as sliding scale fees or applied behavior analysis (ABA) grants during which regular assessments are completed allowing us to update the payment plan accordingly based on progress made by the client associated with their treatment plan. Please contact us directly if you would like more detailed information concerning any of these options.

Yes! Depending on eligibility requirements certain individuals may qualify for financial assistance programs through our organization which could help cover costs associated with their care when applicable funding sources become available. Additionally underserved populations may have access to additional resources through various partners we work in partnership with providing additional supports when needed.

Absolutely! Depending on age appropriateness caregivers/family members can attend therapy sessions in order help facilitate instruction while learning new strategies that improve the overall quality of life of all involved parties especially those impacted directly due autism spectrum disorder. All clients receive customized plans that include suggestions parental involvement so feel free to take advantage & ask questions about how best handle particular situations.