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Social skills groups bring together children with similar developmental levels to practice social interaction, communication, friendship skills, and emotional regulation in structured, supportive settings.
- ✓Appropriate peer grouping (age and skill level)
- ✓Evidence-based curriculum
- ✓Trained facilitators
- ✓Parent involvement component
- ✓Opportunities for generalization
Insurance: Coverage varies. Some groups are covered as speech therapy or behavioral health. Schools may offer social skills through IEPs. Private groups are often out-of-pocket.
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Your Regional Office
Blair County Department of Social Services & Mental Health
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📍 423 Allegheny Street, Suite 441, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, Hollidaysburg 16648
🕐 Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Eligibility varies depending on the specific service. Generally, individuals must be residents of Blair County and meet specific diagnostic and functional criteria related to intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, or mental health conditions. Early Intervention services are for children birth to 3 with developmental delays or disabilities.
Pennsylvania Resources
Funding Sources
Medicaid/State Program
Contact your state's Medicaid agency for autism-related services and waiver programs.
Private Insurance
Many states mandate autism coverage. Check your plan's benefits.
School District (IEP)
Free Appropriate Public Education for children ages 3-22 with disabilities.
Early Intervention
Federally mandated services for children 0-3 with developmental delays.