For some young children and children with developmental disabilities learning to wear a mask can be very difficult. For some children who are sensitive to different textures and sensations, the feeling of wearing a mask might be overwhelming, other children may struggle to remember not to move or touch the mask, and others may just find it challenging to adjust to something different. With California and many other states now implementing a mandatory mask order, it is more important than ever to provide the supports that children need to successfully wear a mask out in the community.
Ascend provides services such as therapy/counseling, ABA therapy (Early Start Denver Model and behavior support services), and IEP help and advocacy for people with autism and other developmental disabilities and their families. We are based in Sacramento, CA and provide services in Sacramento, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Roseville, Elk Grove, Rocklin, and offer telehealth when appropriate.