What is ABA/IBI therapy?
Applied behaviour analysis (ABA), also referred to as intensive behaviour intervention (IBI), is a treatment method that has been clinically proven to help children learn. Skills are broken down into their simplest components and taught in a step-by-step progression. Gains made through ABA therapy are most often long-lasting and provide the foundation required for life-long learning and social success. Examples of the types of skills taught using ABA therapy include: • Attention • Academic • School readiness • Gross and fine motor • Decreasing or eliminating inappropriate behaviour • Play and social Are There Other Services Available at The Cottage? Respite Services The Cottage will also provide on-site respite and sitter services on evenings and weekends. Parents and caregivers can bring their children to The Cottage and either do some shopping or errands, or enjoy a night out on their own. These opportunities provide respite for family members and they are assured their children are