Designing a safer home environment is one of the most important steps families can take to support children with autism. Every detail—from furniture placement to sensory-friendly spaces—can make a difference in comfort, safety, and overall development. At Skill Point Therapy in Tampa and Brandon, we use approaches like DIRFloortime® to help families understand how the home environment can influence progress. With over 20 years of experience, our pediatric occupational therapists are here...| Skill Point Therapy
Elopement refers to the act of leaving a designated area without permission, supervision, or the knowledge of those responsible for the individual. In the context of autism, elopement involves autistic individuals wandering away, running or bolting from safe and supervised environments, putting their safety at risk. The Curriculum for Autism lists the following as examples of elopement: Climbing out of…| Autism Awareness