IEP/504 Guide
Navigating the IEP or 504 process can feel overwhelming — but you’re not alone.
We’ve created a comprehensive guide to help you every step of the way. Whether you’re preparing for your child’s first meeting or looking to better understand your rights, this free resource is packed with:
✅ Helpful accommodations
📎 Links to important laws & policies
🧠 Practical tips for meetings
📄 Guidance on what to expect and how to advocate
Empower yourself with the tools and knowledge you need to support your child’s educational journey.
Florida Elks Children’s Therapy Services, in collaboration with Adult Pediatric Institute, are proud to offer the pinnacle in comprehensive and inclusive autism evaluations at no cost to children in Florida through the Florida Elks for Autism program. Click below to see if you qualify and to get the process started.
Step Up For Students
A Unique Education for a Unique Child
Children with unique abilities may have different needs when it comes to their education. And we believe they deserve an opportunity to thrive and learn in an environment that will best support their success.
The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA) enables families to personalize the education of their students by directing funds to where they’re needed most.
The funds can be used for a combination of programs and approved expenses including therapists, specialists, curriculum, private school, a college savings account and more.”
Children’s Services Council of Martin County
The Children’s Services Council of Martin County is an independent special district of local government.
The Council provides a dedicated funding source for children’s programs proven to positively impact the quality of life for all residents of Martin County.
Visit The Council page to learn more about the Children’s Services Council of Martin County and the programs available for families in our area.
iBudget Florida
Home and Community-Based (HCBS) Waiver
iBudget Florida gives APD customers flexibility to choose medically necessary services that meet their health and safety needs. Explore this website to find out more about iBudget Florida.
You can find more information on how to apply for iBudget services here.
Community Unity: Adult & Pediatric Institute
Proudly provided by Children’s Services Council of Martin County. In this episode, Manager of Community Engagement, Cheree Ramirez, had the opportunity to sit down with Nicole Clark, MSN, BA, PMHRN-BC the Chief Executive Officer for Adult Pediatric Institute.
CSCMC is excited to bring you the Community Unity series from the 10th Street Studio, in partnership with the City of Stuart, located at the 10th Street Community Center.
🌟 Big News from the Adult and Pediatric Institute! 🌟
We are thrilled to officially announce the expansion of our services to include Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. Beginning October 2025, we will start accepting ABA clients for both in-home and in-school care.
Even more exciting—our brand-new St. Lucie West clinic will be opening in early 2026, designed to provide an advanced, supportive space for families.
To ensure care is accessible, we will be accepting several major insurance providers.
At the Adult and Pediatric Institute, our mission has always been to merge mental and behavioral health under one roof—providing comprehensive, high-quality care for individuals across the lifespan. Adding ABA therapy is a major milestone in delivering on that promise.
💡 Stay tuned for more updates as we move closer to opening our doors for this next chapter in care!
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✨ The Adult and Pediatric Institute team had an incredible first day at the Florida Behavioral Health Conference!
We loved reconnecting with familiar faces, building new relationships, and feeling inspired by the future of mental health. 💙 It’s amazing to see so many organizations coming together to give hope, advocacy, and true partnership to those who need it most.
We spent more time talking and not a ton of time taking pictures but here’s to collaboration, innovation, and brighter days ahead! 🌟
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✨ The Adult and Pediatric Institute team had an incredible first day at the Florida Behavioral Health Conference!
We loved reconnecting with familiar faces, building new relationships, and feeling inspired by the future of mental health. 💙 It’s amazing to see so many organizations coming together to give hope, advocacy, and true partnership to those who need it most.
We spent more time talking and not a ton of time taking pictures but here’s to collaboration, innovation, and brighter days ahead! 🌟
Aspire Health Partners
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💙 Welcome, Brianna – Our New Clinical Director! 💙
We’re proud to welcome Brianna, BCBA to the Adult and Pediatric Institute as our new Clinical Director, where she will lead our ABA Therapy service line! 🎉
Brianna brings a wealth of expertise as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and former special education teacher, holding two Master of Science degrees — one in Early Childhood Inclusive Special Education and one in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Her high energy, warmth, and deep knowledge will guide our ABA team in delivering personalized, evidence-based care that helps clients achieve meaningful growth and independence.
We’re excited for the future of our ABA services under Brianna’s leadership — please join us in giving her a warm welcome in the comments! 👏
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🚀 Exciting News – Welcome, Bryan! 🚀
We’re delighted to welcome Bryan as our new Admissions Director at the Adult and Pediatric Institute! 🎉
With a strong background in mental health, a personal connection to autism, and a deep commitment to helping individuals access the care they need, Bryan will play a vital role in guiding families and individuals through the admissions process with compassion and expertise.
His dedication to making mental and behavioral health services more accessible perfectly aligns with our mission to support clients across the lifespan. We can’t wait to see the impact he’ll make in our community! 💙
Let’s give Bryan a big welcome in the comments below! 👏
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We do not know the original author nor do we know about her but this popped up on our feed and we think this sentiment should be shared! ~NicoleDon’t forget the kids who are doing the extra work.
The kids whose days don’t end with the final bell, the kids whose breaks don’t follow a school calendar.
The kids who spend their afternoons being shuttled to speech, or PT, or OT.
The kids whose schedules include services and therapies, on top of everything else.
The kids who need extra help and support.
The kids who are struggling to overcome barriers—whether physical, mental, or emotional.
The kids who don’t follow the typical schedules, hit the expected milestones, take the traditional path.
The kids who might need different strategies and tools to help them learn.
These kids are working so hard, too.
They’re tired, too, even if their successes seem smaller or maybe even completely unnoticeable to most.
There likely aren’t any awards for them at the end of the year, or special recognition for how far they’ve come.
But take it from me—they are working SO dang hard.
Don’t forget to acknowledge their efforts.
Because what might be a small hurdle on the track for most kids, could be a Herculean task for a kid who has to try 10 times harder just to make it to the starting line.
These kids might not excel in traditional ways, but there’s nothing unexceptional about them.
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🌟 Welcome to the Team, Melissa! 🌟
We’re thrilled to introduce Melissa, our new Client Outreach Liaison at the Adult and Pediatric Institute! 🎉
We have had the honor of working with Melissa's beautiful children so she really gets what we do! She brings a passion for building meaningful connections and ensuring that every individual and family who reaches out to us feels heard, supported, and guided toward the right care. Her warmth, dedication, and expertise make her a perfect fit for our mission to provide exceptional mental and behavioral health services across the lifespan.
Please join us in giving Melissa a warm welcome! 💙
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We had an amazing time at Micah's Big Day Out - Splash Into the New School Year event at Sailfish Splash hosted by Ability Tree Treasure Coast, the Hope Center for Autism, and The Community Foundation Martin - St. Lucie! So many smiles and great families coming together to just have fun and learn about great resources in the community! Thank you Josh and Jessica with Ability Tree for putting all of this together! I have a very happy little girl who told me "this was so much fun. Thank you mommy for bringing me!" ... See MoreSee Less
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Florida's free swim lesson voucher program aims to prevent child drownings
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The law provides free swimming lessons to low-income families with kids four and under.