What are developmental disabilities? Developmental disabilities is an umbrella term that describes conditions that alter the trajectory of an individual’s physical, intellectual and/or emotional development. Developmental disabilities occur in the early stages of a...
Elyscha Harris, VP and Clinical Director of Programs at Quest, Inc. embodies our commitment to lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Inspired by her mother’s work in the field, Elyscha began her journey at Quest at 19, working in our...
Starting a toilet training plan can be both exciting and nerve-wracking for parents and caregivers of an autistic child. Neurodivergent children often experience greater challenges mastering this skill due to factors like communication delays, gastrointestinal (GI)...
Caregiver training is essential to your child’s Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. From the onset of therapy, caregivers play an integral role in a child’s success. Given the time spent with your child, you are a fruitful contributor in the initial...
As parents of autistic children navigate the journey from childhood to adulthood, planning for an effective transition to adult services becomes essential. Significant changes mark this period, including declining funding options and the need for long-term strategic...
Communication and transitions can be challenging for many children. One child, whom we will refer to as Alex, has made significant strides in managing these moments since joining Quest Kids Therapy eight years ago. Initially, Alex was nonverbal when they began therapy...
