How to Help Your Autistic Child at Home: Tips from BCBAs

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,…

One in 31 children in the United States has been diagnosed with autism, according to the CDC. There are simply not enough medical practices to meet the needs of this growing community, so some families report waits of two or three years to get an evaluation. Yet, an early diagnosis is critical for many reasons. An…

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…

Check out the recording of our October 8th Webinar — What Happens After High School: Transition Options for the Autistic Student

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…