Author: Staff
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Can Leucovorin Help Kids with Autism?
There’s been much in the news and on social media about a new “miracle drug” that purports to “cure autism.” So, what’s the truth behind leucovorin? What’s the Cope Center’s position on this controversial treatment? Since March 2025, high-dose folinic acid, also known as leucovorin, has been increasingly used to treat children with autism. Dr. Cope… Read more
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A Night of Connection at Unwind’s Valentine’s Day Celebration
by Melina DosSantos-Falquez Some evenings feel like glitter in the air. Our Valentine’s Day event at Unwind at the Cope Center for Autism was one of those nights. Families traveled from near and far, some driving for over an hour, not quite sure what to expect. They walked into a space filled with warmth, conversation, and thoughtfully designed activity zones that… Read more
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How To Prepare to Apply for SSI
How To Prepare to Apply for SSI Read more
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Small Moments. Big Progress.
by Melina DosSantos-Falquez We are incredibly grateful for the kind words families continue to share about Unwind. Every review reflects what matters most to us: connection, belonging, and growth happening in ways that feel natural and joyful. Thank you for trusting us with your tweens and teens, for traveling near and far, and for being part… Read more
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Webinar: Designing IEPs for Meaningful and Measurable Progress: Collaborating When Challenges Arise
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Upcoming Events at the Cope Center
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How We Replace Uncertainty with Information and Care
Getting the news from a medical professional that your child has a disability is never easy. All parents have high hopes and dreams for their babies, and any disability creates challenges. Often, parents need time to adjust their expectations. Research shows that this adjustment period is particularly difficult for families of autistic children. In fact,… Read more
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Webinar: Why Social Skills Are Hard: The Executive Function Link
By Amy Zembriski, Owner, Speech Therapy Connections Read more
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The Science Behind Fun: How Enrichment Activities Support Skill Development for Autistic Tweens and Teens
by Melina DosSantos-Falquez, MA, BCBA For autistic tweens and teens, learning does not stop when the school day ends, and it does not only happen in classrooms or therapy rooms. Many of the most meaningful opportunities for growth occur during everyday enrichment activities: games, creative projects, movement, group challenges, and shared interests often found in… Read more
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Holiday Challenges and Opportunities
by Laura McKenna The holidays and the Winter Break can be challenging for many children with autism. Managing the long break from school routines, crowded family functions, and high social expectations is not easy for them. If the child is unhappy, so are the parents. Events might not go exactly as planned. The best present… Read more
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Planning For Two Lifetimes, Webinar
On December 10th, the Cope Center for Autism webinar series presented: Planning for Two Lifetimes: Creating Confidence for Families Caring for a Child with Special Needs by Mike Ringel, CPA, and Ian Kansky, CFP, from Special Needs Wealth Planning. A slightly edited recording of the presentation is available on our YouTube Channel. If you have any further questions… Read more
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Upcoming Events
Learn more about these events on our calendar. Read more
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Ten Signs of Autism
As a pediatric neurologist, Dr. Jennifer Cope has diagnosed children with autism for nearly 25 years. While a professional who specializes in autism must make the final diagnosis, pediatricians, parents, and teachers should be on alert for certain signs of autism. Frequent signs of autism include: If a child shows several of these autism signs, then Dr.… Read more
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CAPE Center Podcast
Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Jennifer Cope, talks about the new COPE Center for Autism on CAPE Chat. The BCSS CAPE Resource Center serves as a hub for educators, community members, and individuals living and working in and around Bergen County to locate services and resources for those with developmental and other disabilities. They offer resource coordination… Read more
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Gift Cards and Events: The Latest from Unwind
So many great things at Unwind in December and January! 🌟 Unwind After-School Program Update Unwind has had a busy and exciting month! Our tweens and teens continue to build friendships, confidence, and independence through fun, structured activities. 💻 Coding & Robotics We launched our new partnership with The Skool of Code, where students explored animation,… Read more
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How to Help Your Autistic Child at Home: Tips from BCBAs
Last week, three amazing BCBAs gave us great tips on how to help our autistic children at home. Check it out! Read more
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Your Roadmap to Support: A Parent’s Guide to SSI, DDD, and the Disability Safety Net
Need some parent-friendly advice for applying for SSI and DDD? Check out our presentation for the BCSS CAPE Center! Read more
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ABA Matata: A No-Worries Guide to Parenting with ABA 🦁💡
by Melina DosSantos-Falquez Just like Hakuna Matata means “no worries,” ABA Matata is all about embracing behavior science as a way of life—calm, confident, and full of growth. When parents use ABA strategies with intention and heart, they create a home where learning feels natural and joyful. Here are some BCBA-approved tips and tricks to… Read more
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What Happens After High School
Check out the recording of our October 8th Webinar — What Happens After High School: Transition Options for the Autistic Student Read more
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Upcoming Events
