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LEARN Behavioral Opens Doors of New Autism Learning Center in San Diego, CA.

Offering Early Intervention and a School Readiness Program to San Diego County Families

SAN DIEGO, CA… Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the opening of its new San Diego Learning Center at 3655 Ruffin Road, Unit 100, San Diego, CA 92123.

AST is San Diego’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of 

center-based autism services for children ages 18 months to 12 years. The new San Diego Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy, Early Intervention, and a school readiness program, Launchpad Learning. Outside the center, the San Diego team offers ABA therapy in the home, community, and school settings.

“We are excited to expand our services and partner with new families in the greater San Diego area,” said Heather Link, M.A., BCBA, Regional Clinical Director. “We value being a part of the community and look forward to helping find success for every child in our care.” 

Key Features of the San Diego Learning Center:

-Large facility with an indoor gym for physical and social development.

-ABA therapy, which includes an enriching environment, unique play-based learning spaces, an innovative Launchpad Learning school readiness program, and one-on-one support.

-Daytime treatment hours for younger children and early intervention clients. After-school hours are also available to accommodate busy family schedules. There is no waitlist.

-Serving children 18 months to 12 years old with personalized therapy plans.

-Conveniently located near public transportation and easily accessible via I-15 for families in the region.

About AST

AST, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. The San Diego Learning Center is among AST’s ABA therapy locations in Azusa, Chula Vista, Long Beach, Poway, San Gabriel, San Marcos, and Temecula.

For more information or to enroll a child at the AST San Diego Learning Center, call (866) 727-8274 or visit https://autismtherapies.com/locations/san-diego

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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Johnson Brunetti expands Franklin presence with move to larger office

Johnson Brunetti, an independent retirement and investment specialist firm founded in 2003, has moved its Franklin office to a larger location at 1 Fisher Street in Franklin.

The new office officially opened on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. It replaces Johnson Brunetti’s previous Franklin location in the nearby Franklin Village Plaza.

The new 2,754-square-foot office includes five conference rooms, compared with two at the former office, providing additional space for client meetings, educational sessions and collaboration among team members.

Johnson Brunetti’s Franklin team has also grown from four employees to 15 employees over the past five years. The larger office gives the firm room to accommodate its expanding team and continue serving a growing number of clients in Franklin and the surrounding communities.

“Our new Franklin office gives us room to continue growing while preserving the personal, local service our clients have come to expect,” said David Shapiro, regional director of wealth at Johnson Brunetti. “The additional meeting and conference space will allow us to serve clients more comfortably while giving our team an environment where we can continue to work collaboratively.”

The Franklin location is one of Johnson Brunetti’s four Massachusetts offices, along with locations in Needham, Norwell and Woburn. The firm offers retirement and investment guidance through educational workshops, individual consultations and ongoing financial planning services.

The expansion follows Johnson Brunetti’s recognition as one of the Boston Business Journal’s 2026 Best Places to Work in the Extra Small Company category. The award recognizes Massachusetts companies that have created exceptional workplace cultures based on feedback provided by their employees.

“Our team’s commitment to building meaningful relationships with clients has helped make this growth possible,” Shapiro said. “This move represents another investment in our employees, our clients and the Franklin community.”

The new Johnson Brunetti Franklin office is located at:

1 Fisher Street
Franklin, MA 02038

For more information or directions to the new office, visit www.JohnsonBrunetti.com or call 800-208-7233.

About Johnson Brunetti

Johnson Brunetti is a local retirement planning firm with offices in Needham, Franklin, Norwell and Woburn, MA. Named one of the Boston Business Journal’s 2026 Best Places to Work, Johnson Brunetti provides the financial guidance and service that retirees and those planning for retirement need as they strive to achieve financial independence. To learn more about Johnson Brunetti and its services, call 800-208-7233 or visit www.JohnsonBrunetti.com.

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Hundreds participate in local marches to raise awareness of elder abuse.

March Against Elder Abuse event in Plymouth

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) in June, two Marches Against Elder Abuse events brought hundreds together to raise awareness about elder abuse.

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), in partnership with the Brockton Council on Aging, Plymouth Center for Active Living, the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office, and the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office, hosted two one-mile “March Against Elder Abuse” events in Brockton and Plymouth.

At the Brockton “March Against Elder Abuse” on June 16, 2026, Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy Cruz; Brockton Mayor Moises Rodrigues; and the Brockton Police Department were among more than 100 participants at the event.

After the march, a luncheon was held at the Brockton COA with special guest speakers Janice Fitzgerald, Director of Brockton Council on Aging; Mayor Rodrigues; District Attorney Cruz; Kathy Kats, AbbottCare OCES’ primary sponsor; and Teresa Kourtz, LSW, MSG, OCES’ Protective Services Director.  

The “Pat Foley Advocacy Award” was given in memory of longtime OCES employee, volunteer, and advocate Pat Foley. This year’s award was presented to Stephanie Cantave, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for the Town of Easton.

More than 100 also participated in the Plymouth “March Against Elder Abuse” held June 25, 2026. State Representative Michelle Badger along with Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy Cruz; Plymouth County; Sheriff Joseph McDonald Department; as well as the Plymouth Police Department were present. 

A luncheon at Hotel 1620 was held after the march with special guest speakers Cheryl Jones, Director of Plymouth Center for Active Living; District Attorney Cruz; and Teresa Kourtz, LSW, MSG, OCES’ Protective Services Director. During the luncheon, the “Pat Foley Advocacy Awards” were presented to Carol Hamilton, Director of Marshfield Council on Aging; Judy Caldas, Outreach Coordinator of Marshfield COA; and Attorney Tim Ciaffoni.

“OCES’ March Against Elder Abuse events are part of our World Elder Abuse Awareness campaign to increase awareness about abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults,” said Kourtz. “Only 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse are reported. Our ‘March Against Elder Abuse’ events are important as they raise awareness of the devastating impacts of elder abuse and promote a safer, more supportive environment for older adults in our community.”

The March Against Elder Abuse events were made possible through the generous support of its sponsors. Abbott Care served as the primary sponsor, with additional sponsorship provided by Anodyne, Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office, Plymouth Lions Club, Bluestone Bank, Almeida & Carlson Insurance Agency, and Diman Laundry.

Kourtz continued, “We thank everyone who marched with us and joined the movement to take the lead against elder abuse. It is imperative that we continue to work together to raise awareness of this critical issue.” 

To get involved in the movement against elder abuse, consider sponsorship of events, sharing educational materials with your networks to help raise awareness or donating to OCES in support of its Protective Services Department that advocates for and assists older adults. 

Recognizing Elder Abuse
One in 10 older adults aged 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse according to the National Center on Elder Abuse. Elder abuse includes physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation. According to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging and Independence, 46,426 elder abuse reports were received during Fiscal Year 2025. 

OCES’ Protective Services Program works with older adults, or their designees, to help prevent, address, and resolve situations involving elder abuse. When a report is made to the Centralized Intake Unit (Elder Abuse Hotline) and the older adult resides within OCES’ service area, the report is forwarded to OCES to determine whether further investigation by a Protective Services Worker is needed.

If you have concerns, please contact your local Protective Services Agency. To report elder abuse, contact the Elder Abuse Hotline at 1-800-922-2275.

To learn more about WEAAD, visit https://ncea.usc.edu/weaad/

Expansion of OCES Protective Services

OCES has expanded its region to the South Shore and OCES Protective Services now encompasses the following towns: Abington, Avon, Braintree, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Cohasset, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanson, Hanover, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleborough, Milton, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Quincy, Randolph, Rockland, Scituate, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater, Weymouth, and Whitman.

About OCES

OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing and has been certified as a Woman-Owned Nonprofit Organization (W/NPO) by the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 52 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with offices in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families across 34 communities throughout Plymouth County, the South Shore, and surrounding areas.

Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org

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Autism Learning Center Opens Doors in Stevens Point, WI with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. WEAP welcomes families to their new location.

Front row, left to right (at ribbon): Emma Toney; Anne Sanford; Brittany Moore; Erin Junemann, Center Director; Karli Klismith, Ambassador of Portage County Business Council; Cassie Sedlacek, Regional Clinical Director; Rebecca Edwards; Alyssa Volm; Annette DesRosiers.
 
Back row, left to right: Senator Patrick Testin; Mike Witte, President of Portage County Business Council; Mayor Mike Wiza; Billie Sjomeling, Ambassador; Deb Zaske, Ambassador; Sarah Agena, Ambassador; Nyra Lily, Ambassador; Rep. Vincent Miresse; Sara Grant, Student Services Coordinator, Stevens Point Area Public School District; Kari Schwingle, Ambassador; Eric Hamus, Ambassador; Tori Neff, Executive Director, Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum; Laura Gehrman-Rottier, Ambassador; and Justin Malin, Ambassador.

STEVENS POINT, WI… Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP), provider of LEARN Behavioral, recently held a ribbon-cutting celebration at its new Stevens Point Learning Center at 200 Division Street, Suite D, Stevens Point, WI 54481.

Hosted by the Portage County Business Council, the ribbon-cutting celebration was held on June 11, 2026.

During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Sarah Agena, Community Engagement Coordinator of the Portage County Business Council, along with Senator Patrick Testin, State Representative Vincent Miresse, and Mayor Mike Wiza, shared greetings and remarks. Members of the Portage County Business Council and other guests were in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees toured the facility, enjoyed light refreshments, and met the WEAP Stevens Point leadership team, Cassie Sedlacek, LCSW, Regional Clinical Director, and Erin Junemann, Center Director.

WEAP is Wisconsin’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 2 to 6 years old. The Stevens Point Learning Center provides center-based ABA, parent education, Early Intervention, Social Skills Programs, and weekend hours (Saturday Squad). Their center-based services also include a school readiness program.

The Stevens Point Learning Center offers flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules. There is no waitlist. The center is conveniently located within walking distance to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and easily accessible for families in the region.

About WEAP

WEAP, celebrating over 30 years, has become a world-renowned leader in early diagnosis and treatment for children with autism. Their evidence-based approach to care has helped thousands of children with autism throughout Wisconsin. 

WEAP is now enrolling new clients in Portage County and beyond. For more information or to enroll a child at the Stevens Point Learning Center, call (608) 662-9327 or visit https://wiautism.com/locations/stevens-point

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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OCES is expanding to serve more and Welcomes New Talent. Expansion to 11 South Shore Towns Drives Job Growth

BRAINTREE, BROCKTON, COHASSET, HINGHAM, HOLBROOK, HULL, MILTON, NORWELL, PLYMOUTH, QUINCY, RANDOLPH, SCITUATE AND WEYMOUTH, MA… 

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts with offices in Brockton and Plymouth, is growing.

To meet the growing needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities, OCES expanded its service area on June 1, 2026, to include communities throughout Greater Plymouth County and the South Shore. OCES now provides a variety of services including Home Care and Protective Services in the following communities (new service areas are highlighted in bold): Abington, Avon, Braintree, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Cohasset, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanson, Hanover, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleborough, Milton, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Quincy, Randolph, Rockland, Scituate, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater, Weymouth, and Whitman.  Starting July 1, OCES will offer additional programs to this area including Meals on Wheels.

“We are pleased to welcome residents from the South Shore. Many of the communities in our expanded service area border Plymouth County cities and towns where OCES has been providing services for more than 52 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive services and resources that enable South Shore residents to thrive in their own homes and in the community,” said Nicole Long, OCES’ CEO.

The award-winning nonprofit is proud to serve all 34 communities across Plymouth County and South Shore. 

As OCES continues to grow through its expanded service area, the agency is looking for positive and motivated individuals to become part of its talented team. Recognized as a “Best Places to Work” honoree by Cape & Plymouth Business for three consecutive years, OCES is a culturally diverse and inclusive agency, fostering a culture of open communication and transparency.

Their company culture is built on a foundation of CARE, reflecting:

Commitment to staff, consumers, and the community

Accountability, collaboration, and adaptability

Respect, decency, and concern for others

Equity, justice, and inclusion for all

“Our commitment to CARE guides our interactions, decision-making, and service delivery, enabling us to make a positive impact on the lives of older adults, individuals with disabilities and their families,” explained Long.

Founded in 1974, OCES continues to grow and evolve. Currently OCES has over 330 employees. Their leadership team includes Nicole Long, Chief Executive Officer; Anna Dee, Chief Operating Officer; Alisa DeLage, Chief Programs Officer; Rob Buckel-Gillis, Human Resources Director; and Yolanda America, Finance Director.

OCES’ offers their team members opportunities for advancement and professional development, a 401K Retirement Plan, health and other insurance benefits, generous paid time off and more.

For more information about OCES’ values, company culture and current job openings, visit https://ocesma.org/get-involved/careers.

For expansion updates, visit ocesma.org

About OCES

OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing and has been certified as a Woman-Owned Nonprofit Organization (W/NPO) by the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 52 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with offices in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families across 34 communities throughout Plymouth County, the South Shore, and surrounding areas.

Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org

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Ribbon-cutting Celebration Held at New SPARKS ABA Learning Center in Springfield, VA

Dr. Ricardy Anderson of Fairfax County School Board and Holly Hicks Dougherty, President of Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce standing to the left and right of Kayla Bagnato, Regional Clinical Director (in center), were among those who attended the ribbon-cutting of SPARKS ABA in Springfield.

SPRINGFIELD, VA… SPARKS ABA, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, celebrated the opening of its new Springfield Learning Center by hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5501 Backlick Road, Springfield, VA 22151.

SPARKS ABA is Virginia’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children and adolescents ages 18 months to 15 years. The Backlick Rd. Learning Center is SPARKS ABA’s second location in Springfield.

Hosted by the Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon-cutting celebration was held on June 4, 2026.

During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Holly Hicks Dougherty, President of Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce, and Dr. Ricardy Anderson, Fairfax County School Board, shared greetings and remarks. Members of the Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce and other guests were in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees were able to tour the facility, enjoy light refreshments, and meet SPARKS ABA leadership team, Kayla Bagnato, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director, and Misha Meyer, M.S., BCBA, LBA, Managing Behavior Analyst.

“We’re proud to expand our reach and bring compassionate, high-quality ABA therapy to even more families in the greater Springfield area,” said Kayla Bagnato. “This new space is designed to support both individual growth and peer collaboration. It’s a place where children can gain essential skills—and where their journey toward success in school and life begins.” 

The new Springfield Learning Center offers center-based ABA services, SPARK Saturdays (social skills group), and parent education/training. Key features of the Springfield Learning Center include a gross motor space for physical and social development and Launchpad Learning, an innovative school readiness program for children ages 3 to 6. There is no waitlist, and flexible treatment hours are available, including after-school hours, to accommodate busy family schedules. Outside of the center, the Springfield team offers in-home ABA therapy.

Bridging the gap between ABA and school

The Launchpad Learning Program at the Springfield Learning Center focuses on children with autism ages 3-6 years old who are ready to transition from a one-on-one learning environment to a group setting to help prepare them for school. With Launchpad, half the day involves group activities with a 3:1 staff-child ratio, developing team skills and independence, and the other half focuses on individual instruction to address personal growth areas. The Launchpad Learning Program ensures children are truly prepared socially, behaviorally, and academically before transitioning into a traditional school environment.  

The center is now enrolling new clients in Springfield and beyond with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

SPARKS ABA, part of LEARN Behavioral, a national leader in compassionate autism treatment, has been a leading provider of evidence-based autism services for 15 years. SPARKS ABA is dedicated to personalized, high-quality ABA therapy. For more information or to enroll a child at the Springfield Learning Center, call (703) 291-3558 or visit https://www.sparksaba.com.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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Mark’s Moving & Storage Offers Flexible Warehouse Solutions That Grow with Business Needs

With expanded warehouse space in Grafton and Westboro, MA, Mark’s Moving & Storage is helping companies rethink warehousing by offering customizable storage and distribution solutions designed to scale as business needs change.

Businesses facing fluctuating inventory levels, relocation projects, seasonal demand, or supply chain challenges often discover that traditional warehouse leases don’t provide the flexibility they need.

Operating from its secure 90,000-square-foot warehouse facilities in Grafton and Westborough, MA, Mark’s Moving & Storage provides flexible warehouse space for manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, importers, exporters, contractors, and businesses of every size. Whether a company requires storage for a few days, several months, or many years, Mark’s creates customized plans that eliminate the constraints of long-term warehouse commitments.

“Every business has different storage and logistics requirements,” said Mark Silverman, Founder and President of Mark’s Moving & Storage. “Our goal is to provide warehouse solutions that adapt as our customers grow, relocate, expand, or streamline operations. We become an extension of their business.”

Unlike traditional warehouse providers that offer rigid contracts, Mark’s assigns each customer a dedicated storage consultant to develop a storage and logistics plan tailored to their specific operational needs. Customers can easily increase or decrease their warehouse footprint without being locked into unnecessary space or lengthy lease agreements.

The company’s warehouse serves as more than just storage space. Businesses can also utilize the facility as a distribution hub, allowing inventory to be received, stored, managed, and shipped from one centralized location. Mark’s fulfills warehousing requests quickly and efficiently while providing distribution and shipping services that help companies improve inventory management and customer service.

Warehouse storage offers significant advantages over traditional self-storage facilities, particularly for businesses managing inventory, equipment, production materials, or large commercial assets. The secure warehouse environment provides centralized inventory control while supporting efficient distribution and transportation operations.

Security remains a top priority. The Westborough facility features around-the-clock monitoring and professional warehouse management, giving customers confidence that their inventory and equipment remain protected while remaining readily accessible for distribution.

Beyond warehouse services, Mark’s Moving & Storage offers a comprehensive suite of relocation and logistics solutions, including commercial moving, packing, long- and short-term storage, specialized transportation, and international relocation services. This integrated approach enables businesses to work with a single provider for both relocation and ongoing warehousing needs.

Since 1979, Mark’s Moving & Storage has helped businesses throughout Massachusetts and New England navigate changing operational demands with flexible logistics solutions backed by responsive customer service and decades of experience.

About Mark’s Moving & Storage

Mark’s Moving & Storage, Inc., based in Westborough, Massachusetts, has been helping families and businesses relocate and manage logistics since 1979. The company offers residential and commercial moving, storage, logistics, warehousing, distribution, and specialized transportation services throughout New England and beyond.

Through its nonprofit arm, Mark’s Northeastern Furniture Foundation, the company is committed to giving back by repurposing furniture and supporting charitable organizations and individuals in need.

For more information, visit www.marksmoving.com or call (508) 983-6000.

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Autism Learning Center Opens Doors in Timonium, MD with Ribbon-Cutting Celebration.

Trellis Services welcomes families to their new location.

Rachael Ferris, Supervisor; Austin Heid, Supervisor; Carmen Pusateri, Lead Technician Proctor; Anne McHugh, Regional Clinical Director; Katherine Klausmeier, Baltimore County Executive; Maggie Hackett, Center Director; Sarah Conaway, Regional Administrative Manager; Zubin David, Chair, Board of Directors Central Maryland Chamber of Commerce; Nino Mangione, Baltimore County Council; Lindsey MacGregor, Outreach Manager and Special Projects Coordinator for Congressman Johnny Olszewski; state Senator Christopher West; Corey Johns, Chief of Staff, Delegate Michele Guyton; Olivia Dougher, Supervisor; Samantha Macas, Supervisor.

TIMONIUM, MD… Trellis Services, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, recently held a ribbon-cutting celebration at its new Learning Center at 2219 York Road, Suites 100 and 104, Timonium, MD 21093.

Hosted by the Central Maryland Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon-cutting celebration was held on June 10, 2026.

During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Zubin David, Chair of the Central Maryland Chamber Board of Directors, and Lindsey MacGregor, Outreach Manager and Special Projects Coordinator for Congressman Johnny Olszewski, shared greetings and remarks. County Executive Katherine Klausmeier and Councilman Nino Mangione also spoke during the ceremony. State Senator Christopher West, Corey Johns, Chief of Staff for Delegate Michele Guyton, members of the Central Maryland Chamber of Commerce, and other guests attended.

Ribbon-cutting attendees toured the facility, enjoyed light refreshments, and met the Trellis Timonium leadership team: Maggie Hackett, M.A., BCBA, LBA, Center Director, and Anne McHugh, M.A., BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director. “We’re proud to expand our reach and bring compassionate, high-quality ABA therapy to more families in Timonium and beyond,” said Maggie Hackett, Center Director. “At Trellis, we tailor our services to each child and family—offering age-appropriate, engaging learning experiences rooted in science and guided by care.” Hackett continued, “We deeply value the partnerships we’ve built with local healthcare providers, human services, schools, and government. Together, we’re working to create a more inclusive, empowered community for families of children with autism.”

Trellis Services is Maryland’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 1-10 years. The Timonium Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy, occupational therapy, Social Skills Program, parent education, Early Intervention, and diagnostic services. The center partners with speech and language therapy providers to also provide those services to clients. Outside of the center, the Timonium team offers ABA in client homes and in the community, such as private preschools and daycares.

No Waitlist, Flexible Hours, and Convenient Location

The Timonium Learning Center offers flexible treatment hours, including after-school and evening options, to accommodate busy family schedules. There is no waitlist. The center is conveniently located next to the Maryland State Fairgrounds and easily accessible via public transportation for families in the region.

For more information or to enroll a child, call (410) 401-4130 or visit https://trellisservices.com/locations/timonium

About Trellis Services

Trellis, part of LEARN Behavioral, a national leader in compassionate autism treatment, has been a leading provider of evidence-based autism services for more than 20 years. Trellis is dedicated to personalized, high-quality ABA therapy. In addition to the Timonium location, Trellis has Learning Centers in Baltimore, Forest Hill, and Nottingham, MD.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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Autism Learning Center Opens Doors in Fairfax, VA with Ribbon-Cutting Celebration.

SPARKS ABA welcomes families to their new location.

Left to right: Nathan Desnoyers; Doug Church; Aleksandra (Sasha) Terekhova, Managing Behavior Analyst, SPARKS ABA; Fatima Cruces; Victoria Watkins; Kayla Bagnato, Regional Clinical Director, SPARKS ABA; Rose Lumpkin, District Director for Senator Saddam Azlan Salim; Anthony Amos, Fairfax City Councilmember; Courtney Sykes; Fatima Malik, Senior District Aide for Congressman James Walkinshaw; and Jennifer Rose, Executive Director of Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce.

FAIRFAX, VA… SPARKS ABA, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, recently held a ribbon-cutting celebration at its new Learning Center at 3022 Williams Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22031. 

Hosted by the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon-cutting celebration was held on June 5, 2026.

During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Jennifer Rose, Executive Director of Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce, shared greetings. Fatima Malik, Senior District Aide for Congressman James Walkinshaw; Rose Lumpkin, District Director for Senator Saddam Azlan Salim; and Fairfax City Councilmember, Anthony Amos shared remarks. Members of the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce and other guests attended.

Ribbon-cutting attendees were able to tour the facility, enjoy light refreshments, and meet SPARKS ABA leadership team, Kayla Bagnato, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director, and

Aleksandra (Sasha) Terekhova, M.A., BCBA, LBA, Managing Behavior Analyst.

“We’re honored to be part of this community and grateful to offer life-changing services right here in Fairfax,” said Kayla Bagnato, Regional Clinical Director. “We deeply value the partnerships we’ve built with local healthcare providers, human services, schools, and government. Together, we’re working to create a more inclusive, empowered community for families of children with autism.”

SPARKS ABA is Virginia’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children and adolescents ages 2-18 years. The Fairfax Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy and on-site diagnostic services, as well as speech and occupational therapy. Special features include an innovative Launchpad Learning Program, a school readiness program for children aged 3 to 6. There is no waitlist, and flexible treatment hours include after-school and evening hours to accommodate busy family schedules. Outside of the center, the Fairfax team offers in-home ABA therapy. 

Bridging the gap between ABA and school

The Launchpad Learning Program at the Fairfax Learning Center focuses on children with autism ages 3-6 years old who are ready to transition from a one-on-one learning environment to a group setting to help prepare them for school. With Launchpad, half the day involves group activities with a 3:1 staff-child ratio, developing team skills and independence, and the other half focuses on individual instruction to address personal growth areas. The Launchpad Learning Program ensures children are truly prepared socially, behaviorally, and academically before transitioning into a traditional school environment.  

About SPARKS ABA

SPARKS ABA, part of LEARN Behavioral, a national leader in compassionate autism treatment, has been a leading provider of evidence-based autism services for 15 years. SPARKS ABA is dedicated to personalized, high-quality ABA therapy. In addition to the Fairfax location, SPARKS ABA has Learning Centers in Manassas and Springfield, VA, and Landover and Waldorf, MD.

The Fairfax Learning Center is now enrolling new clients with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours. For more information or to enroll a child, call (703) 239-4400 or visit https://www.sparksaba.com

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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