Contracted Services
Building a Stronger Community to Support Those with Disabilities
It can be difficult for people living with with behavioral challenges, sensory sensitivities and communication struggles to access care and services in the community
Bancroft’s team of clinical professionals can help.
We offer behavioral support to schools, hospitals and throughout the community to help overcome those challenges – and ensure those with disabilities can receive the treatment or services they need.
Support in Hospitals and Healthcare Settings
Medical professionals and families with loved ones who have a disability sometimes struggle to provide timely and effective medical treatments in a hospital setting.
Hospitals and other healthcare facilities in the greater Philadelphia area and New Jersey may contract with Bancroft to place behavior analysts and support personnel. They can help manage challenging behaviors, so the hospital can provide the necessary care as quickly as possible.
Our team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts can help address barriers to treatment related to:
- Autism
- Pica
- Self-Injurious Behaviors
- Intellectual/Developmental Disability
- Traumatic/Acquired Brain Injury
- Property Destruction
- Communication Disorder
- Aggressive Behaviors
- Non-compliance
Expert Clinical Support
In emergency situations and beyond, Bancroft clinicians can advise attending physicians and other medical staff on autism/IDD-related issues. The following contracted services are available:
- One-on-one staffing and support
- Prescribing intermediate behavior plans
- Lead or assist with behavior plan execution
- Discharge planning support
Autism-related training for hospital, ED/Urgent Care Center and office staff is also available.
Community Outreach
In order for people with disabilities to live their best lives – they must be able to live in communities that are understanding and accepting of their unique needs and abilities.
Bancroft’s Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Center of Excellence offers a variety of trainings to community organizations and stakeholders including:
- Local Police, Fire and EMS Departments
- Bus companies
- Government agencies
Autism Sensitivity Training
Tailored to the specific needs of the organization, and shaped by how they interact with individuals with disabilities, training includes topics such as:
- Recognizing the signs of autism
- How to engage with challenging behaviors
- Supporting individuals with communication struggles
Contact Us
To learn more about these services, contact Joy Furgiuele, Director of Business Development.
