Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center
Cause Area
- Children & Youth
- Community
- Education & Literacy
- People with Disabilities
Location
312 WHITWELL DRROANOKE, VA 24019 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center's mission is to serve children and families who are faced with unique learning challenges, specifically autism and learning disabilities, in and around the Roanoke Valley. BRAAC's overall vision is to provide quality services in Virginia to equip our students with the skills necessary to have a successful life. This would be inclusive of life skills, individualized educational goals, gainful employment and meaningful relationships, across the life span.
Description
Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center provides specialized educational programs in a private day-school setting, as well as direct and consultative educational services in public schools. An after-school tutoring program provides continuity and reinforces consistency for students and families. Our programs include, but are not limited to, direct instruction, including the use of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), communication systems, pictures, sign language, visual schedules, social skills, structured learning programs and multi-sensory approaches.