Summer Services
Finding summer programs that accommodate children with diverse needs can be challenging. Rather than a traditional clinic-based summer program, ASPIRE is excited to launch a first-of-its-kind community-based Summer Support Program.
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We believe this approach provides meaningful benefits for our clients and families by supporting skill development in the environments where children naturally live, play, and learn. By shifting our focus to community-based services, families like yours have greater flexibility to select summer activities that align with your child’s interests, while continuing to receive support from trained ABA professionals.
Benefits of Community-Based Summer Services
This model allows for:
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Flexibility for your family to choose summer camps or programs that best meet your child’s interests and needs, including opportunities for participation with neurotypical peers if desired
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Opportunities for your child to attend camps or activities alongside their siblings or peers from their own community
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Increased generalization of skills across real-world environments such as parks, camps, and other community settings
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The ability to individualize summer experiences around specific interests (e.g., art, STEM, sports, music)
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Ongoing behavioral and skill-based support from trained staff using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
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Our team is available to collaborate with your family to help identify appropriate summer activities and provide individualized support to promote your child’s success in these environments.
Who Would Be a Good Fit?
Participants who can participate successfully in a group setting but would benefit from additional support are ideal candidates. The presence of ASPIRE staff should enhance a child’s experience rather than be required for participation in the selected community program. Because the initial assessment and authorization process is time-intensive, we prioritize families who are seeking services for the entirety of the summer to ensure continuity of care and meaningful progress.
Cost
Therapeutic services are typically billed through your insurance plan under the behavioral health benefit. Families are responsible for applicable copays, coinsurance, and/or deductibles. Private pay options are also available at an hourly rate.
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ASPIRE is an in-network provider with the following plans:
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Optum / United Behavioral Health
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Seton Healthcare
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BCBS PPO
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Cigna / Evernorth
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Aetna
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Beacon Health / ValueOptions
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Please note that not all plans cover community-based services. If you are a new ASPIRE client and would like services billed through insurance or another funding source, we are happy to verify benefits for you. Please note that ASPIRE does not accept Medicaid.