Inspira Health has announced a partnership with Proud Moments ABA to enhance autism care access through two new locations, Proud Moments at Inspira Vineland and Proud Moments at Inspira Woodbury. These centers aim to provide comprehensive, family-centered care for children with autism and their families.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), New Jersey has one of the highest rates of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the United States, affecting approximately 1 in 29 children. However, a 2022 CDC study found that New Jersey also has the lowest rate of documented ASD testing for diagnosed 8-year-olds among 16 states surveyed. The lack of formal testing can prevent families from accessing beneficial services.
Proud Moments at Inspira Vineland opened earlier this year, while Proud Moments at Inspira Woodbury commenced operations in early June. The latter is located within the same building as an Inspira Autism Diagnostic Center, aiming to reduce barriers to care and expand access to integrated autism services.
April M. Venable, Senior Vice President of Operations Strategy and Transformation at Inspira Health, commented on the collaboration: “The partnership with Proud Moments is a powerful example of what can be achieved when passionate teams come together with a shared vision to care for the ASD community.” She expressed gratitude towards both teams for their efforts in opening these new facilities.
Proud Moments ABA specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services and is committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care tailored to each child’s unique needs. Vishal Shah, Chief Development Officer at Proud Moments ABA, emphasized the importance of early diagnostic testing and ongoing care: “Without access to early diagnostic testing and ongoing care, children are less likely to receive the therapies needed for them to thrive.”
The facilities offer designated areas for various treatments such as motor skill development rooms and caregiver collaboration spaces. Notably, the Woodbury location features a climbing wall designed for motor skill development.
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Proud Moments ABA is recognized as a national leader in providing ABA therapy services across multiple states since its founding in 2014. For more information about their services and mission, please visit their website.
