Keeping ABA Progress During Holidays, Illness, and Moving

Taking a break from ABA therapy—whether for holidays, illness, or relocation—can be concerning for families wanting to maintain progress. Proper planning ensures that gains don’t fade and transitions are smooth.

Plan Ahead to Maintain ABA Progress

Communicate early with your ABA provider about upcoming breaks. They can help create a tailored plan with activities to practice at home during the pause. Consistency is key, even if formal therapy pauses.

Use Home-Based ABA Strategies

Carry over simple ABA strategies like reinforcing positive behavior, using visual schedules, and practicing communication skills during daily routines. Parents and caregivers play a vital role in this practice.

Manage Transitions Smoothly

Prepare your child for changes by talking about upcoming breaks using visuals or social stories. For relocations, work with both old and new providers to coordinate a seamless transition.

Data and Experiences

Research highlights that children with continued engagement in therapeutic activities during breaks maintain skills better. Families report that brief home-based interventions help prevent regression.

Adapt and Stay Flexible

Understand that some regression may occur, but it can be addressed quickly once therapy resumes. Stay positive and focus on gradual re-acquisition of skills.

Let ABA Navigator Guide Your Break Planning

How do we prepare for a break (holiday, illness, relocation) while maintaining ABA progress? Through planning, home practice, and provider collaboration. ABA Navigator offers expert advice and helps connect to providers who support your family’s needs. Visit us today for personalized guidance.