In 1987, Norma founded MGTCC because after working in both child protective services and another residential agency she wanted to found her own truly therapeutic group home where children could receive treatment in a safe environment. For 10 years, Norma and MGTCC house parents trained by her provided innovative play therapy treatment and parenting for 40 children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, high functioning Autistic Spectrum Disorder, or traumatized by neglect and abuse.
In 1997, with declining subsidies and increasing licensing regulations, MGTCC reluctantly ended its residential treatment program. Today, MGTCC concentrates on several services.
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If you’re interested in understanding the non-verbal experience, we recommend watching The Reason I Jump. If you’re looking for a movie that can help your child understand their emotions, many neurodiverse families love Inside Out. Check out our autism-friendly movie guide here.
For both a scientific and personal look at autism, we recommend reading But You Don’t Look Autistic At All by Bianca Toeps. Check out our full book guide for more great reads.
Hero Elementary is great for the young ones. Songs for Littles is excellent for toddlers learning how to talk. And Ranking of Kings is a great option for anime and fantasy fans. See our full list of the best TV shows about autism and inclusion.
Even if a provider offers parent training, it may look different from one provider to another. For example, an in-home provider might conduct a parent training session directly following a therapy session with your child to help explain what they’ve been working on with your child. At larger organizations, you might have a support group of families who are dealing with similar issues.