Webinar: Why Social Skills Are Hard: The Executive Function Link

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,…

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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…

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…

Dr. Jennifer Cope, a pediatric neurologist with 25 years of experience, opened the Cope Center for Autism in March 2025 to support the autism community in Northern New Jersey with evaluations, information, and programs. We’re located at 579 Franklin Turnpike in Ridgewood. Our medical staff provides autism assessments for children up to age 21, using…