Early Intervention Services are targeted to infants and toddlers (birth to age three) who are at risk of developmental delays. Our therapist and other staff provide help for a variety of issues, including speech and language delays, sleep and feeding problems, sensory processing concerns, and behavioral issues.
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Blended Case Management offers professional assistance to locate, advocate, and coordinate services that address the unique needs of children, adolescents, and adults with autism. Blended Case Managers are available to assist individuals and families with a range of needs, including medical, mental health, educational, social, and vocational issues.
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The valued services support children and adolescents with autism through an intensive behavioral approach using Applied Behavioral Analysis, the widely recognized "gold standard" for addressing negative or destructive behaviors. A therapist and behavior specialist offer in-home structural family therapy weekly.
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The Elizabeth Lee Black School prepares students to live and work more effectively at home, at school, and within the community. All programs are data-based, highly structured, and tailored to each child. The service teams include speech pathologists, behavior analysts, and certified special education teachers.
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This program provides reliable child care for preschool-aged students from 7:00 - 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. on each school day. Our innovative curriculum encourages creativity, self-direction, positive peer interactions, and communication in a truly stimulating, caring, and fun environment.
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Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS) is an intensive, community-based behavioral health program designed to change problem behaviors at home, in school, or within the community. Our services support parents, teachers, and caregivers raising children and adolescents facing complex challenges.
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This specialized preschool program provides individual and group instruction through the full breadth of services of the Barber National Institute to support children with disabilities. Every child receives an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) with clear, measurable goals to helps them thrive and grow.
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Family Support Services (FSS) helps eligible families to purchase necessary services for their family member with special needs. Services may include therapies, respite care, recreation, and parenting skills training. The FSS support helps families meet their caregiving responsibilities and participate more fully in community activities.
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"Time for Me" is a unique Saturday afternoon program designed for children ages 4-10 with autism or other developmental disabilities. Children enjoy swimming, arts and crafts, and gym. Parents get their own personal time, knowing their children are in a safe environment and supervised by trained staff.
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This progressive and innovative program encourages creativity, self-direction, positive peer interaction, and communication skills for both typically developing children and children with special needs ages 3-5. Every child receives individualized attention to reach their potential in our supportive setting.
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The Agency with Choice Program provides eligible families with funding to purchase the various support services needed for caregiving. The goal is to help families remain together at home. Benefits include visiting nurses, camps, home health care, adaptive equipment, therapies, and trained caregiving staff.
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The Autism Support Program at the Elizabeth Lee Black School of the Barber National Institute is an innovative program for preschool and school-aged children with autism. Beyond all standard services, it features enhanced staff training, individualized curricular support, and an Applied Behavior Analysis focus.
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The this program serves students ages 5-21 with various psychiatric, emotional, and behavioral needs. Students with autism benefit from an educational and therapeutic approach based on Applied Behavior Analysis, supported by a psychiatrist and behavioral analysis teams.
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Expanding Social Opportunities (ESO) at the Barber National Institute offers an engaging summer camp designed for adults with autism and other intellectual disabilities. Adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities are warmly invited to explore the many enriching opportunities at this Erie, PA, camp.
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Connections Camp is a fun summer recreational program designed to help children ages 5 to 14 with high-functioning autism build essential social and coping skills while also addressing problem behaviors. Campers enjoy engaging, structured activities in a supportive environment designed to foster lasting growth.
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Camp Shamrock is a summer recreation camp for children with autism and other intellectual and physical disabilities. The camp offers a wide range of engaging activities, including arts and crafts, swimming, and community outings, all designed to promote social skills, independence, and fun in a vibrant setting.
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This intensive program provides behavior therapies and support for children and teens ages 4-18 with a qualifying mental health diagnosis, including those with a co-occurring Autism Spectrum diagnosis or intellectual disability. The program helps build essential coping and behavioral skills in a caring setting.
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Our therapists teach children and teens the nuances of social communication and provide caregivers with strategies to build upon and reinforce their children’s social abilities. Sessions focus on developing meaningful peer interactions, conversation skills, and the confidence needed to navigate everyday social situations.
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