Completing your Intake Form is a big milestone—and one step closer to starting your child’s ABA journey. Once you click “Submit,” many families wonder what happens next. Will someone contact us? When will therapy start? What’s left to do? Here’s what you can expect. Step 1: We Review Your Information An RBA will carefully review […]
Starting at bitKIDS Beginning ABA therapy is an exciting step, and we want the process to feel as smooth as possible. After your initial consultation, one of the first things you’ll complete is our ABA Intake Form. Although it may seem detailed, every question has a purpose. The information you provide helps our team learn […]
What to Expect Every Step of the Way Taking the first step toward starting ABA services can feel exciting, hopeful, and sometimes a little overwhelming. Whether you’ve recently received an autism diagnosis, are exploring your options, or are ready to begin therapy, it’s natural to have questions about what happens next. At bitKIDS, we believe […]
If your family has recently been contacted to schedule a Determination of Needs (DON) meeting through the Ontario Autism Program, now is the perfect time to start preparing. The DON meeting is an important opportunity to discuss your child’s current support needs across all areas of daily life, and being organized can help you feel […]
A Flexible Starting Point for Families At bitKIDS, all ongoing one-to-one ABA services begin with an individualized assessment. During an ABA assessment, we use a variety of assessment tools that help us understand a learner’s strengths, needs, and priorities so that recommendations and programming can be tailored to support meaningful progress. For some families, however, […]
At bitKIDS, we are committed to ongoing learning that helps us better support the children, youth, and families we serve. In May 2026, Senior Therapist Danielle Abbatangelo attended From Childhood to Adulthood: How to Set, Teach, and Evaluate Goals Related to Sexuality Development and Other Supporting Areas for Autistic Learners, led by Dr. Peter Gerhardt […]
Preparing for Summer Success Through Spring Practice As the weather begins to warm and outdoor routines return, spring is the perfect time to gently introduce the skills and experiences children may need for a successful summer. For many children, especially those with sensory sensitivities or difficulty with transitions, summer activities can bring exciting opportunities alongside […]
A New Research Opportunity for Families At bitKIDS, we regularly support children who experience the world in uniquely intense ways — including how they experience sound. For some children, everyday noises like chewing, laughter, hand dryers, classroom chatter, or playground sounds can feel overwhelming, distressing, or even painful. These experiences may be part of what researchers […]
Jill Bernhard at EMERGE 2026 On April 30th, creativity and innovation took center stage at the EMERGE 2026 Graduation Gala & Networking Event, hosted at The Galt Collective. Running from 7:00–9:00 PM, this dynamic evening showcased the culmination of student work from the Bachelor of Interior Design program at Conestoga College—featuring final capstone exhibitions alongside program award announcements. Designed […]
Celebrating iPad Donations & AAC Access At bitKIDS, we believe that every child deserves a voice—and sometimes, that voice comes through technology. This Autism Acceptance Month, we are incredibly grateful to share some exciting news:Four iPads have been generously donated to our program, helping us expand access to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in meaningful, […]
