Linking families and individuals with autism to services, care, support and learning resources for more than 10 years.
Laurel Heights Hospital
Web Site :
http://www.laurelheightshospital.com
eMail :
lawrence.walker@uhsinc.com
Telephone :
1-800-634-KIDS (5437)
Fax :
404-888-6000
Address :
934 Briar Cliff Rd. NW
, Atlanta
, GA
, 30305
The Discovery Program at Laurel Heights is dedicated to helping children with autism spectrum disorders and significant behavioral difficulties learn functional communication, social interaction, and self-management skills. The program is geared toward children with autism who may also have:
Self-injurious, disruptive and aggressive behaviors
Moods disorders, including depression and bipolar symptoms
Difficulties with impulse control and self-regulation
Symptoms of psychosis or other mental illnesses
Communication Deficits
Difficulty with self care and activities of daily living
We work very closely with families to identify strengths, preferences and needs to ensure that treatment is individualized and prepares each child to return to their family and community with new skills and needed support services. Our emphasis is on providing a supportive, nurturing environment with a focus on normalization and community integration.
A consistent team of staff work with the child across all settings including the residential program, classroom, recreation therapy and community outings ensuring consistency in implementation of teaching and behavior support plans. Our high staff-to-child ratio ensures that children receive highly individualized support and guidance with frequent reinforcement as they build new skills.
Self-injurious, disruptive and aggressive behaviors
Moods disorders, including depression and bipolar symptoms
Difficulties with impulse control and self-regulation
Symptoms of psychosis or other mental illnesses
Communication Deficits
Difficulty with self care and activities of daily living
We work very closely with families to identify strengths, preferences and needs to ensure that treatment is individualized and prepares each child to return to their family and community with new skills and needed support services. Our emphasis is on providing a supportive, nurturing environment with a focus on normalization and community integration.
A consistent team of staff work with the child across all settings including the residential program, classroom, recreation therapy and community outings ensuring consistency in implementation of teaching and behavior support plans. Our high staff-to-child ratio ensures that children receive highly individualized support and guidance with frequent reinforcement as they build new skills.