Yampa Valley Autism Program (YVAP) is a comprehensive service and educational programming provider in Steamboat Springs, CO, dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with autism or other developmental disorders. Through specialized therapies, family support services, training, education, and advocacy, YVAP cultivates abilities and maximizes the quality of life for children with developmental disabilities, helping them reach their full potential. With a focus on inclusiveness and community collaboration, YVAP offers a range of programs, including social cognition therapy, ABA therapy, work-readiness training, and special activity supports, allowing kids to participate in group activities and fostering healthy communities where all people are valued and accepted.
Originally established in 2002 as a grassroots support group, YVAP has grown into a prominent organization, providing direct services to nearly 70 kids and families. With a team of over 30 dedicated staff members, YVAP has expanded its programs and outreach, offering public school education, job coaching, vocational support, and critical therapies. As a Medicaid Approved Provider, YVAP ensures that children with ASD have access to the very best possible outcomes, subsidizing and providing one-on-one support for participation in various community activities and programs. Recognized as a model organization, YVAP's unique approach and funding have been replicated in other rural regions of the US, making a transformative impact on the lives of individuals with autism.
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