Autism / I.D.D. Support

Autism / I.D.D. support focuses on practical, person-centered behavioral strategies for individuals with Autism, and Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities. Supports are built on understanding communication needs, sensory factors, medical considerations, and learning history.

O’ Kane Enterprises provides clear, collaborative recommendations that help families, schools, and services create environments where individuals can learn, participate, and thrive across everyday routines.

Support is often helpful when

Supports are built to fit the person’s communication style, sensory needs, and real-world routines.

A person has difficulty communicating wants, needs, or emotions
Sensory needs, anxiety, or transitions affect behavior
Families or caregivers feel unsure how to respond consistently
Schools or programs are struggling to maintain routines
Daily living skills need to be strengthened
Medical or psychiatric factors may be involved
Teams want to integrate behavior supports into everyday life

What support may include

Consultation focuses on practical strategies that support independence, participation, and quality of life across settings.

Functional assessment of target behaviors and communication
Structured recommendations for daily routines
Visual supports, communication strategies, and proactive tools
Skill-building plans for independence and participation
Coaching for families, staff, and educators
Collaboration with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, clinical therapists, and medical teams
Behavior support planning aligned with real-world environments

How is IDD & autism support different from typical ABA services?

Our focus is on practical, respectful strategies that fit within real routines — not rigid programs. We emphasize communication, sensory needs, family collaboration, and meaningful participation in school, home, and community environments.

Do you collaborate with other providers, such as OT or speech therapy?

Yes. Interdisciplinary support is often essential. We coordinate with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, medical providers, and school-based teams to ensure strategies are consistent and integrated across environments.

What if a person has limited communication?

Behavior is communication. We assess the function of inappropriate behavior, help identify unmet needs, and recommend communication supports — ranging from gestures and visuals to augmentative or speech-generated tools — that increase understanding and reduce frustration.

Can support be provided in homes, schools, and community settings?

Absolutely. Our recommendations are designed to fit naturally within the environments where individuals spend their time. We collaborate with families, educators, and care providers to ensure strategies are feasible, respectful, and meaningful.

Going the Extra Mile

Supporting Complex Needs

Brief case illustrations highlight collaboration with families, schools, and interdisciplinary teams to address high-risk behavior.

Through assessment, data-driven planning, and ongoing coaching, teams build confidence, improve safety, and increase meaningful participation in home, school, and community life.

Making Connections

Partnering With Schools

Examples include long-term collaboration with districts to support students with significant behavior challenges.

Consultation emphasizes teachable skills, positive supports, and sustainable practices that fit within real-world school environments.

Finding Solutions

Interdisciplinary Work

Collaborative projects with medical and psychiatric providers help align behavioral data with treatment decisions.

Shared understanding of behavior patterns, medication effects, and environmental factors supports safer, more effective care.

Looking for practical, person-centered support for individuals with Autism, T.B.I., and / or IDD?

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