After School ABA for Children With Autism and Down Syndrome in Woburn
Woburn, MA 01801, United States - July 27, 2026 / First Steps Developmental Services /
First Steps Developmental Services is accepting children under age 6 with autism and Down syndrome into its after school ABA program, with immediate enrollment and no waitlist. Families seeking ABA therapy in Woburn MA can access individualized services at the organization’s Woburn center from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, five days a week. The availability of immediate enrollment follows Massachusetts' January 2026 expansion of ABA insurance coverage for children with Down syndrome.
Access to Early ABA Services for Children With Autism and Down Syndrome
Early intervention plays a critical role in helping children with autism and children with Down syndrome develop communication, social, adaptive, and daily living skills during the years when learning opportunities are greatest. First Steps Developmental Services helps families access ABA services without a waitlist, allowing children to begin individualized support without unnecessary delays.
The center’s programming is designed for children from birth through age six and emphasizes individualized treatment based on each child's strengths, developmental goals, and family priorities. Families also receive assistance understanding insurance coverage and navigating the enrollment process. Accepted insurance plans include Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tufts, Harvard Pilgrim, Carelon, Aetna, Cigna, Fallon Health, Health New England, and MBHP.
Parents seeking additional information about developmental milestones and early identification can also access educational resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These resources can help families better understand early developmental signs and when to seek additional support.
Serving North Shore Families Across Multiple Communities
First Steps Developmental Services provides after school ABA in Woburn MA, while serving families throughout Woburn, Winchester, Burlington, Wilmington, Lexington, Arlington, Andover, Stoneham, and neighboring communities. The after school schedule gives working families greater flexibility while helping children with autism and children with Down syndrome receive consistent, individualized support close to home.
Services Available at First Steps Developmental Services
First Steps Developmental Services offers a comprehensive range of early intervention services for children with autism and children with Down syndrome, including:
- After School ABA, 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, five days a week
- Hybrid Home ABA Services
- Center-Based ABA Therapy
- Pre-Diagnosis Support for Infants and Toddlers
- School and Daycare Consultation
- Caregiver and Parent Coaching
With immediate enrollment and no waitlist, families can access services without the delays commonly associated with ABA provider waitlists.
Supporting Families Through Every Stage of Early Development
Every child develops differently, and First Steps Developmental Services works with families from the earliest stages of developmental concern through ongoing therapy and school or daycare transitions. Services for children with autism and children with Down syndrome are based on individualized goals and may include direct therapy, caregiver coaching, and collaboration with schools and community providers.
About First Steps Developmental Services
First Steps Developmental Services was founded by Jarrod Scalzo, MSEd, BCBA, LABA, to support children under age 6 with autism, Down syndrome, and developmental delays. Based in Woburn, Massachusetts, First Steps Developmental Services is a member of the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) and provides center-based, home-based, after school, consultation, and caregiver support services.
Contact Information:
First Steps Developmental Services
18 Commerce Way, Suite 1500
Woburn, MA 01801, Massachusetts 01801
United States
Jarrod Scalzo, BCBA
+1-781-460-9756
https://firststepsds.com
