Hello Mums!
I am considering a move in the next couple of months. I have a 2.5 year old child with mild autism. He attends a ABA based clinic and is trained 1:1 for 40 hours a week. The clinic has a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst), and around 20 "trainers" whose daily routines and the overall programs are set and supervised by the BCBA. The health insurance pays for most of it..apart from our deductible.
Are there any comparable facilities available in Bristol? How does the health insurance work? Do they pay for ABA? If I have to pay from my pocket, how much would it cost for a similar program?
I am confused by the variety of responses to related questions in the archives. Is it imperative to depend on the government aid for ABA? What are my options?
Any personal experience narratives would help. Thank you all!