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Today we simply don’t know enough about autism. SPARK—a landmark autism genetic research project—aims to make important and unprecedented progress possible. SPARK stands for ‘Simons Foundation Powering Autism Research for Knowledge,’ and the mission is simple: They want to speed up research and advance our understanding of autism to help improve lives. SPARK has partnered…

Siblings of persons with autism share many of the worries that parents have; isolation, guilt, concerns about the future, and what others may think. Siblings need information and support in order to address these concerns and to encourage healthy family bonds. What Can You Do with Siblings This Month? Watch this video together: Amazing Things…

Going to the dentist can be a cause for anxiety for most of us, but it can create an even more intense feeling for those with autism. This has been the motivation behind a new pilot program at ACES Orange County. ACES Clinicians will simulate a dentist’s office by offering a realistic dental experience so…

ACES is celebrating those that serve this Veteran’s Week! Those that serve and secure the country come from all backgrounds; they are parents, young adults, grandparents, neighbors, colleagues, and are a critical part of our community. Veterans Day, originally Armistice Day started in 1954 by decree of President Woodrow Willson. ADDRESS TO FELLOW-COUNTRYMEN The White House,…

ACES California Offices have been awarded the highest level of accreditation, the maximum three- year accreditation, by CARF International for Behavioral Health Services! CARF accreditation is a public seal of trust and commitment to quality based on internationally accepted standards. Achieving this accreditation demonstrates ACES commitment to exceptional, personalized care. An organization receiving the highest…

Weekend ABA Program, also known as “WABA” is a center-based group program that runs on Saturdays and now Sundays too! This program allows clients to have fun, social sessions on the weekend as part of their ABA program or when weekday sessions have been canceled. Small groups rotate through various stations that are developmentally appropriate…