Routines

Routines! Make your life easier!

So… I am always asked if I implement my knowledge in ABA at home. The truth is, I didn’t for a long time. After a long day reciting green and red choices on the job, I just wanted to come home and be a mom. Jackson’s behavior continued to decline and then I realized that he needed me just as much as my students (when I was still working in education). I knew that there needed to be consistency at home which meant routines. Routines for the whole house, because even neuro-typical kids can benefit from routines. The morning routine was the same everyday and I even had a dear friend in the field create a task analysis for Jackson’s morning routine. Jackson’s clothes were always in the same place as well as his backpack and lunch box. After school everyday it was homework (if any), dinner, bathe, and then 30 minutes on device (if he had a green day). Years of implementation, Jax no longer needs the visual. He dresses himself, has his lunch box laid out for me, and gets up without behavior. Routines and consistency are key!