Within the realm of early intervention services for young children with disabilities, there is a pivotal emphasis on family-centered practices that empower caregivers. This commitment to building caregiver capacity is highlighted in a recent course that aimed to assess the feasibility of adapting the ‘Parents Interacting with Child Facilitated Playgroup’ model. The specific focus was on targeting effective communication strategies for parents navigating the challenges of young children with communication delays.
Employing a concurrent multiple baseline across behaviors design, the program involved parent-child dyads. Its primary objective was to evaluate taking turn in facilitated playgroup model on communicative strategies and, subsequently, on the communication behaviors of their children. Through visual analysis, a discernible connection emerged, indicating a positive relationship between the five-week intervention and improvements in both parent and child outcomes. This EI program suggests the viability of utilizing a facilitated playgroup model to enhance parents’ ability to implement effective communication strategies with their children, opening avenues for future research and clinical applications.
In our Early Intervention (EI) program, we integrate Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy with a focused emphasis on social and communication development. Our approach involves live training sessions conducted in a suitable environment, intentionally designed to minimize distractions and incorporate visual storytelling. Therapists provide correct cues to encourage effective communication, offering valuable tips to parents through our customized school application chat during meetings.
Our intervention comprises 20 lessons per week, strategically crafted to enhance social communication, listening and understanding skills. Additionally, the program seeks to fortify problem-solving and decision-making skills, ensuring a comprehensive and tailored approach to each child’s developmental journey.