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Lighthouse Autism Center and Cerberus Announce Strategic Partnership

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Monday, July 26, 2021
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Lighthouse Autism Center (Lighthouse or the Company) today announced a strategic investment by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management (Cerberus), a global leader in alternative investing.

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  • Lighthouse Autism Center (Lighthouse or the Company) today announced a strategic investment by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management (Cerberus), a global leader in alternative investing.
  • Lighthouse is a leading provider of center-based applied behavioral analysis (ABA) services for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
  • Nicholas Scola, Partner at Abry Partners, added: "We are excited to continue our partnership with the Lighthouse team and welcome the support of Cerberus.
  • Headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, Lighthouse is a leading provider of center-based autism behavioral health services for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

Hopebridge Continues Pediatric Autism Therapy Center Expansion in Arizona

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Monday, April 19, 2021
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b'Indianapolis, April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To meet the growing need for autism services in Arizona, Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers is expanding its innovative interdisciplinary care across the state.

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  • b'Indianapolis, April 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To meet the growing need for autism services in Arizona, Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers is expanding its innovative interdisciplinary care across the state.
  • As one of the largest autism therapy networks in the nation backed by more than fifteen years of experience, Hopebridge is increasing its presence to 12 locations in Arizona.
  • Hopebridge is currently scheduling diagnostic and ABA evaluations at all centers.\nAdditionally, the new Hopebridge Arizona centers will ultimately create more than 300 new jobs throughout the state to ensure every child receives one-on-one, personalized therapy.
  • Hopebridge provides a trusted place where they can receive the care, support and hope they deserve.\nMore than a decade later, Hopebridge continues to open state-of-the-art autism therapy centers in new communities to reach patients and families who need services.

LearningRx Explains the Benefits of 1-on-1 Brain Training for Children on the Autism Spectrum

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
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These cognitive skills are frequently deficient in children on the autism spectrum, so it\'s critical that interventions target not just the behavioral outcomes of those deficits but the cognitive deficits themselves.

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  • These cognitive skills are frequently deficient in children on the autism spectrum, so it\'s critical that interventions target not just the behavioral outcomes of those deficits but the cognitive deficits themselves.
  • "\nOn the initial visit to LearningRx, clients with an autism diagnosis undergoes a Brain Skills Assessment to identify which brain skills are weak.
  • There\'s no cure for ASDand we don\'t make any promises about any intervention\'s successbut we have seen the positive impact of brain training for kids on the autism spectrum and we\'re so excited about the future of brain training research for these children.
  • "\nIf your child has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, contact your local LearningRx Brain Training Center ( www.learningrx.com ) to schedule a Cognitive Skills Assessment today.

Anderson Center For Autism Launches Website Designed With Participants In Mind

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Thursday, February 4, 2021
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One of its initiatives, Anderson Center International, even trains professionals who come from dozens of countries from all corners of the globe.

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  • One of its initiatives, Anderson Center International, even trains professionals who come from dozens of countries from all corners of the globe.
  • "Dunn Solutions is proud to be part of Anderson Center for Autism's new digital presence," said William Dunn, President of Dunn Solutions.
  • About Anderson Center for Autism:
    Anderson Center for Autism is a nonprofit organization based in Staatsburg, New York that provides educational, vocational, and residential services to people with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
  • Our mission at Anderson Center for Autism is to optimize the quality of life for people with autism.

United States Autism Treatment Market, 2020 Report - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, December 18, 2020
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The "The U.S. Autism Treatment Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "The U.S. Autism Treatment Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This is a fragmented $2.1 billion market comprised of for-profit and non-profit providers that serve autistic patients via brick & mortar centers and in-home therapy provided by therapists.
  • The incidence of autism among American children has soared from 1 in 150 in 2000 to 1 in 54 today, and 3.5 million children and adults now live with autism.
  • Yet, few therapies exist to treat this disease - just a few medications and ABA (applied behavioral analysis) programs.

INBLOOM AUTISM SERVICES OPENS STATE OF THE ART LEARNING CENTER IN CONNECTICUT

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020
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Set in the heart of Hartford County, the new East Hartford Learning Center is the organizations first in Connecticut and is located at 144 Main Street.

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  • Set in the heart of Hartford County, the new East Hartford Learning Center is the organizations first in Connecticut and is located at 144 Main Street.
  • ABA therapy is a scientifically-validated form of treatment frequently prescribed to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and is the primary form of care provided at InBloom Autism Services.
  • InBloom has been providing in-home and in-school ABA therapy services to families in Connecticut since September of 2019, and credit a growing demand for safe, center-based services throughout the state for the investment in a new Learning Center.
  • Founded in 2015 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, InBloom Autism Services provides Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to children living with Autism Spectrum Disorder throughout Florida, Massachusetts, Wisconsin, Texas, Colorado, Arizona, New Hampshire, and Connecticut.

HeeSun Lee's "The Missing Piece" Offers Glimpse Into Challenges Faced by Parents Raising Children Diagnosed With Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

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Friday, October 16, 2020
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"The Missing Piece"(available Friday, October 16) explores the complexity of raising a child who has been diagnosed with autism.

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  • "The Missing Piece"(available Friday, October 16) explores the complexity of raising a child who has been diagnosed with autism.
  • According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , 1 in 54 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • "These days, almost every one of us knows someone who has been impacted by this condition," HeeSun said.
  • "I hope that when they hear this song they see themselves in it and know they are not alone."

Autism Speaks Canada, Canadian Autism Spectrum Disorder Alliance, and McMaster Autism Research Team present 'Pandemic Canadian Autism Needs Assessment Survey Report'; capturing impact of the pandemic on the autism community in Canada.

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Friday, October 9, 2020
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To inform government of the need for increased supports for the autism community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and future emergency situations.

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  • To inform government of the need for increased supports for the autism community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and future emergency situations.
  • This is the first COVID-19 pandemic survey capturing the impact on the autism community in Canada.
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Autism, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, speech and nonverbal communication.
  • There is not one autism but many subtypes, and each person with autism can have unique strengths and challenges.

2 New Autism Therapy Centers Open in Colorado

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Wednesday, September 30, 2020
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With over 50 locations across Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado, Behavioral Innovations has established itself as a leading services provider for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

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  • With over 50 locations across Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado, Behavioral Innovations has established itself as a leading services provider for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
  • Along with their other centers in East Littleton and Commerce City, the company hopes to provide greater ease of access for families in the Denver metro area.
  • These are taught in a fun and interactive environment at their centers to help every child reach their potential.
  • People can follow them on Facebook and Instagram to receive regular updates on ABA Therapy and autism resources.

Hopebridge Expands Pediatric Autism Therapy Centers in Colorado

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Monday, September 21, 2020
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Indianapolis, Ind., Sept. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To meet the growing need for autism services across the country, Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers, one of the largest autism therapy networks in the nation, is expanding its innovative interdisciplinary care into Colorado with six new Denver area locations starting in October 2020.

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  • Indianapolis, Ind., Sept. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To meet the growing need for autism services across the country, Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers, one of the largest autism therapy networks in the nation, is expanding its innovative interdisciplinary care into Colorado with six new Denver area locations starting in October 2020.
  • In an effort to reduce wait times, Hopebridge is currently scheduling diagnostic assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy evaluations for all six locations.
  • In addition, more than 33% of Colorado children with autism had to wait longer than six months to get their diagnosis.
  • These six Hopebridge Colorado centers will ultimately create more than 325 new jobs throughout the state to ensure every child with autism receives one-on-one, personalized therapy.