     Contact Us About Evaluations Programs Resources Events News & Media Support Us PROGRAMS The Center offers a variety of comprehensive treatment programs for individuals and their families. Each person's treatment plan is unique and is designed to reduce the symptoms of autism. Treatment focuses on communication, interaction, change and transitions, behaviors and responses, social competencies and sensory processing. ATTEND A WELCOME TOURVIEW BROCHURE Treatment Programs The Center uses a comprehensive assessment as the foundation for each person’s unique treatment plan, which is designed to reduce the symptoms of autism. Treatment focuses on communication, interaction, change and transitions, behaviors and responses, social competencies and sensory processing. The Center measures progress through objective and continual observation and assessment. Through treatment, the Center’s experienced therapists teach individuals how to build relationships with significant people in their life, and learn skills that will help them succeed. The individual’s family is viewed as a full partner in the therapeutic process. The Center provides the family with the support, education, treatment and resources that are needed to appropriately advocate for the person with autism. The Center also coordinates with agencies that are significantly involved in the individual’s clinical, educational or occupational program to ensure a comprehensive approach to treatment. C.O.R.E Program Social Competency Saturday Program Outpatient Program C.O.R.E Program C.O.R.E – Creating Opportunities for Relating & Engaging (formerly the Pre-K & First Friends Programs) The C.O.R.E. Program is a center-based program for children ages 2 to 6 years old. The primary goal is to address the core deficits of autism so that each child may improve upon their communication, social interaction, self-regulation and behaviors. The children participate in predetermined structured activities each day that are based upon the goals defined in their individual treatment plan. To promote lifelong success, the program combines center-based programming with in-home and community services for the child and family. Children are placed into treatment groups based upon their developmental levels and individual needs. The child-to-staff ratio can range from 2:1 to 4:1 depending on the treatment group. The program is held Monday through Friday from 9am to 2pm at the Ford & Grant locations; the program operates year-round. This program is accredited by CARF International. For information on CARF accreditation, please visit www.carf.org. Our Treatment Approach  QUALITY OF CARE Comprehensive and continual assessment of needs Individualized treatment plans Multidisciplinary relationship-based approach Experienced, dedicated clinicians  BETTER OUTCOMES Develop and improve communication Establish important relationships Build meaningful social interaction Improve behaviors that interfere with success Overcome challenges in sensory processing Learn skills to thrive in school and in the community  FAMILY INVOLVEMENT Participate as full partners in the therapeutic process Receive support and education Learn to navigate systems and advocate for the future Collaborate with agencies to ensure a comprehensive approach CFA Connect is a Center for Autism-sponsored family group that is aimed at connecting families within the community. Hosting events throughout the year, CFA connect gives children and families the opportunity to experience different activities, meet other families affected by ASD and learn about autism-related topics. This group is free and open to all families that are currently enrolled in a CFA Program or waiting for services. TESTIMONIALS A Family's Story: Pierce My son Pierce was a wonderful baby. He cried little, smiled often and slept well. His big personality and determination to succeed was evident from... Read More  215.878.3400 info@cfa.phmc.org Headquarters 3905 Ford Road, Suite 6 Philadelphia, PA 19131-2844 Northeast Philadelphia 2801 Grant Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19114-1007 Other Links CAREERS PARENT PORTAL INFORMACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL PRIVACY POLICY Main Navigation HOME ABOUT EVALUATIONS PROGRAMS RESOURCES EVENTS NEWS & MEDIA SUPPORT US DONATIONS Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC), a nonprofit public health institute that creates and sustains healthier communities, acquired The Center for Autism on February 4, 2020. The Center for Autism is an equal opportunity employer & service provider. The organization is a licensed outpatient clinic under the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Sitemap. © 2021. Website Design & Web Development by AYC Media     