My husband and I are so thankful for the staff at Adapt for Life. Gabriel was diagnosed with ASD at the age of 4. When he started with AFL a year ago he knew about 10-15 words and was frustrated because he couldn't communicate. After a few months of ABA we started to see progress and it was like seeing a lightbulb turn on in his brain. He was discovering new words and started talking a little more. As time went on he grew more confident in himself. It really touched my heart when he started walking up to my husband and I asking "What's this?" over and over again because he had a desire to learn and communicate with us and wanted to know what the word was for the item he was holding. He's been at Adapt for Life a little over a year and now he won't stop talking. He's talking in sentences, expressing all of his wants and needs and just loves life. He's become more confident in who he is and we are so excited to see what the future holds for our little guy. This is all thanks for Adapt for Life that has had Gabriel's best interest at heart since the day we started. We are so thankful for the staff and the work they have done with Gabriel.

I think receiving an autistic diagnosis for any parent can be very emotional on many different levels. Especially, if you know absolutely nothing about autism or if you have a child prior to your autistic child who is not autistic. When my son was about the 10–12-month range, I knew something was different. He started to regress in many areas. After receiving his severe diagnosis, I was given the task to find the facility that will make him extremely comfortable, safe, and start him on a path for the better for him and his autism. I did have one evaluation before Adapt for Life. When I met with Camille and Rusty, I knew Adapt for life was the place for my son. They not only welcomed my son but made me feel comfortable that day. They communicated with me, let me know what would happen, how it would happen, when it would happen, and I just knew my son would not go unnoticed in any way possible. My son started ABA at almost 20 months, and he has come so far in many areas. He had no interest in toys at all, he’ll now play with toys with lights and sounds. He’ll push buttons on some toys! To some that may be just a little accomplishment, but to an autistic mom, that is a huge accomplishment!!! He’ll roll a car down a track, he’s learning to scribble, he can do some sign language, he can work large puzzles, and the list goes on. Our kids are special and Adapt for Life understands their special and takes them on as their own! The whole staff is extremely wonderful! Everyone will welcome your child with open arms! The communication with the staff is always at a level to where they make you feel comfortable and they always let you know what is going on. My son’s BCBA is such a blessing, she truly cares about the kids and their progress. This is not just a job for her. She is always willing to help, take in opinions/give opinions, and work together as a team. She wants the kids to succeed at their own pace and she understands each and everyone of the sweet babies are different in their own way. The RBTs, they are given the task from the BCBA and they work with my son so well and I couldn’t ask for anything more. They each come out with love for my son and I leave knowing that he’s in good hands with them! They always do an outstanding job with telling me about his day at the end of the day, and we all understand that some are good days and some are not so good days. At the end of it all, Adapt for Life NEVER gives up and continues to work hard for the kids and families at the facility! I am truly blessed and thankful that my son is at Adapt for Life!

When I think about what AFL has done for our family I’m filled with emotion. Prior to coming to AFL I had never felt more helpless, more hopeless in my life. How do I help my son? How do I let the world see the beautiful person my son is and not just a diagnosis? How do I teach him and let him grow the way he was designed? I had all these questions but no one who could provide the answer to me. I knew my son was different but not less. When our family found AFL I knew we found home. Every step of the way AFL was there. They never not once didn’t have my sons best interest at heart, even on difficult days. In AFL we found not only resources, and a place that answered all my questions but a place for my son to thrive and show the world how incredible he is the way he is. They weren’t interested in changing him or “fixing him” but helping him succeed in his own special way. We found community and a sense of peace I had yet to experience on this ride. AFL has been life changing. AFL has blossomed my son beyond what I thought was possible. AFL is home.

Thank you, AFL! You all have been so welcoming and sweet! Evan’s face lights up as soon as we walk through the door. I love how he’s greeted with a sincere, warm squeezy hug. Michelle G and Morghan are ROCKSTARS! I appreciate the effort you put into my boy. It's been a pleasure to get to know you more. Amber, your kindness and positivity are contagious! You are special. Thank you for your beautiful, uplifting spirit!

Marcus has been going to Adapt for Life for a while now and I have not only seen a completely different side of my kid that I didn't know but I also gained friends and like family through the therapists. Adapt for Life really works with the families and if we're struggling it's like you all are struggling with us and not many places are like that. You all are 100% about the kids and what's best for them and I am truly grateful for you all. I've never seen my son so happy! He loves to come to ABA and see his new friends that he's made he said he's finally found a place where he can be him!

We love AFL! From the first moment I called and spoke to the office administrator I had a good feeling about this place. She was so nice, welcoming and explained everything in detail to me. My daughter has been at AFL since August 2021 and we’ve had an amazing experience so far. Our BCBA is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain things to us. Not only does he set goals for her to achieve milestones but also things that are important to us and will make things manageable for us at home with her. For example things like tolerating washing her hair and brushing her teeth. We work together to come up with a plan that best fits her, the staff and us as parents at home. I can’t say enough great things about the staff too. All of the RBTs my daughter has worked with are very nice, patient, respectful and go out of their way to help us. I’m honestly so glad my daughter is at AFL, it has been an amazing fit for her and us. It’s great to find a place where I know my daughter is learning but that she is also safe and cared for while she is there.