Stories & Testimonials
Children's Program Stories
Ben’s Story: “He’s such a great big brother”
Coming from families with siblings, Dina Rieng and Jerry Chau always envisioned having multiple children of their own. But after their son, Ben, was diagnosed with autism —
Cade’s Story
Bancroft’s Preschool & Early Education Program is moving to a new, expanded location in Moorestown, N.J. This new location will allow us to reimagine the preschool and elementary program and
Lindens Special Education Teachers Go Beyond The Classroom
Stephanie Grilli | Education Supervisor, Lindens Program| June 2, 2021 On a typical day, it is not uncommon for The Lindens team of teachers to encounter a wide
Finding Her Voice: Sofia’s Story
When Sofia’s communication deficits left her frustrated & isolated from the world around her, the Bancroft Early Education Program helped her find her voice – and gave her family hope
Lucas’s story: Discovering Joy Through Communication
Lucas Ramirez has a personality much bigger than his 7-and-a-half years. Smart as a whip with bright eyes, a big smile and a sharp mischievous streak, he loves
Trevor’s Story: A World of Possibility
Trevor’s family struggled with the simplest communication before they discovered The Bancroft School. Now, with the help of his state-of-the-art communication device, he is able to truly engage
Adult Program Stories
20 Years at Walmart: Ingrid’s Story
Meet Ingrid Foster Ingrid lives at the Judith B. Flicker Residences for Older Adults. Her hobbies include swimming, cooking dinner for her family and housemates, watching TV and
Finding a Home Away from Home at Bancroft: Scott’s Story
When their son, Scott, was diagnosed with autism at age 3, Scott’s parents initially thought he had developmental delays. He was verbal and able to express his needs
A Friendship More Enduring than Romance
Two individuals at Bancroft discover common interests and form lifelong bond When Bonnie Davis, 61, enrolled in Bancroft’s Adult Program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities 36
I Just Want to Hold His Hand: Jake’s Story to Lakeside
Jake’s Journey to Lakeside It was October 6, 2015, and as Rommy and her husband Dominic rounded the corner and entered the tree-covered drive into Lakeside at Bancroft,
From Crisis to College: Finding Hope at Bancroft
After two daughters, Michelle and Bob Walsh of Howell, N.J. were thrilled to discover their third child was a boy. “We were so excited and filled with hopes
Bancroft News & Features
Bancroft and Saddlehill Collaboration Will Help Adults with Autism Ignite Passions and Develop Skills
Bancroft has partnered with Saddlehill in Voorhees, to offer an immersive horticulture educational experience for its Day Program participants. South Jersey native Bill Green is transforming Saddlehill, the
Bancroft and the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute Form Research Partnership
The first grant realized from this partnership comes from The Autism Science Foundation (ASF) Bancroft and A.J. Drexel Autism Institute have formed a research partnership, bringing together two powerful
Bancroft Clinicians Discuss Healthcare Advocacy in Autism Spectrum News
Bancroft’s Dr. Tracy Kettering and Dr. Chris Perrin along with Trumpet Behavioral Health’s Dr. Ashley Fuhrman were recently published in Autism Spectrum News. A Call to Action: The
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