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At Swank Early Skills Development we help kids reach Developmental Milestones through the science of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Our mission is to Serve children and their families in Central PA with compassion and excellence.

11/14/2025

What Is “Behavior Intervention”?

When most people hear the word “behavior,” they think of something that needs to be stopped. But at Swank Early Skills Development, we see it differently.
Every behavior tells a story — a need, a feeling, or a skill that hasn’t been learned yet. Behavior intervention isn’t about punishment or “fixing” a child. It’s about understanding why a behavior is happening and teaching something new in its place.

For example:
• Instead of yelling when frustrated ➜ teach a child to ask for a break.
• Instead of grabbing toys ➜ teach how to request or share.
• Instead of avoiding tasks ➜ teach how to ask for help.

That’s what behavior intervention does — it helps children build communication, self-regulation, and independence, so they can succeed at home, school, and in the community.

At Swank Early Skills Development, our certified team uses evidence-based strategies to help your child replace challenges with confidence — one skill at a time.

Let’s help your child learn the tools they need to thrive.

📞 Call today: 717-945-6491
🌐 Learn more: www.swankesd.com

11/12/2025

Common Terms Explained — What Do They Mean?

If you’re new to autism support or ABA therapy, you might feel like you’re learning a whole new language.Don’t worry — we’re here to make it simple!

At Swank Early Skills Development, our goal is to empower families with understanding, so you always know who’s working with your child and how their care is delivered. Let’s break down some of the most common terms you’ll hear:

BCBA — Board Certified Behavior Analyst
The BCBA designs your child’s individualized treatment plan, analyzes progress, and ensures therapy is rooted in evidence-based strategies.

RBT — Registered Behavior Technician
These are the highly trained professionals who work 1:1 with your child each day, implementing the therapy plan with care, patience, and skill.

IBHS — Intensive Behavioral Health Services
A Pennsylvania program that allows children to receive behavioral services in home, school, or community settings. It’s designed to give families flexibility and access to care where it’s needed most.

At Swank ESD, every member of our team — from BCBAs to RBTs — is certified, supported, and passionate about helping your child thrive.
Because your child deserves the best care, and you deserve to fully understand the process.

📞 Call us: 717-945-6491
🌐 Learn more: www.swankesd.com

11/10/2025

Celebrating Neurodiversity

Every mind is wonderfully unique — and that’s something to celebrate.

At Swank Early Skills Development, we believe there’s no single way to learn, communicate, or grow. Each child brings their own strengths, creativity, and perspective to the world — and our role is to nurture that individuality with patience and respect.

Through personalized ABA therapy, we help children build confidence, independence, and connection — while honoring who they already are.

Let’s celebrate every spark, every milestone, every beautifully different way of being.

📞 Call us today: 717-945-6491
🌐 Learn more: www.swankesd.com

11/07/2025

When to Ask for Help

As parents, we’re wired to notice every new milestone — the first smile, the first word, the first time your child plays peekaboo. But sometimes those milestones take a little longer to arrive, or they look a bit different than we expected — and that’s okay.

If you’re seeing delays in two or more areas — like:
Language (few words or loss of words).
Social (limited eye contact or interaction).
Play (lining up toys instead of pretend play).
Behavior (repetitive actions or extreme frustration with change)
…it might be time to reach out to your pediatrician for an evaluation.

You don’t have to navigate this alone. Once your child has an autism diagnosis, our team of specialists helps families understand where their child is developmentally and builds a personalized plan for progress — one small step at a time.

Early support can make a lifelong difference.

The sooner a child receives help, the more opportunities they have to build communication, confidence, and connection.

📞 Call us today: 717-945-6491
🌐 Learn more: www.swankesd.com.

11/05/2025

Autism is a “Spectrum” — What Does That Really Mean?

No two children with autism are exactly alike — and that’s the beauty of the spectrum.

For some, words come easily but understanding social cues can be hard. Others may speak little but express themselves through gestures, art, or music. Some children love routines and patterns, while others thrive on sensory play and creativity.

At Swank Early Skills Development, we see these differences not as obstacles — but as individual strengths waiting to shine.

That’s why our ABA therapy programs are 100% individualized. We meet each child exactly where they are and build on their unique abilities to help them grow in communication, social connection, and confidence.

Every milestone matters.
Every child deserves to feel successful.
If your family is just beginning the autism journey — or you’re looking for a team that celebrates your child’s individuality — we’re here to help.

📞 Call us today: 717-945-6491
🌐 Learn more: www.swankesd.com

11/03/2025

What Is Autism? Understanding the Spectrum.

Every child deserves to be seen, understood, and supported. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how children communicate, interact, and experience the world around them.

Some children may speak early but struggle with social cues, while others may communicate nonverbally yet have incredible focus or memory skills.

At Swank Early Skills Development, we celebrate those differences — because every child’s journey is unique. Our goal is to empower families through evidence-based therapy, early intervention, and heartfelt support.

Early support can make a lifelong difference.

If you’ve noticed challenges with communication, play, or social skills, we’re here to guide you through every step — from evaluation to growth.

📞 Call 717-945-6491
🌐 Learn more: www.swankesd.com

10/27/2025

We’re Growing – Join Our Team!

Swank Early Skills Development is excited to announce that we are hiring for multiple positions:

✅ Behavior Analyst (BCBA & LBS).
✅ Behavior Consultant (Licensed Specialist).
✅ Experienced Behavior Technician (BHT-ABA).
✅ Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!

Visit www.swankesd.com to apply today and join our dedicated, locally owned team.

Together, we’re helping children shine in their own unique way!

10/24/2025

Pumpkin Patch Fun

Fall is finally here — a season filled with cozy moments, colorful leaves, and family traditions! Whether it’s visiting a pumpkin patch, enjoying a hayride, or simply sipping apple cider together, autumn brings so many opportunities for sensory-friendly fun.

At Swank Early Skills Development, we love reminding families that celebrating the season doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a little planning, fall activities can be enjoyable for everyone — from quiet nature walks to picking out the perfect pumpkin.

What’s your family’s favorite fall tradition? Share it in the comments below — we’d love to hear how you celebrate this special season.

📞 For resources and support, call us at (717) 740-6165
🌐 Visit www.swankesd.com

10/22/2025

If you’re new to the autism community, you may have heard the term stimming. But what does it mean?

Stimming refers to self-stimulatory behaviors — things like hand-flapping, rocking, spinning, or repeating sounds or words.

For many children with autism, stimming is a way to:
Self-regulate emotions
Cope with stress or sensory overload
Express excitement or joy

It’s important to remember that stimming is not “bad behavior.” For many children, it’s a natural and healthy way to process the world around them.

At Swank Early Skills Development, we work with families to understand the why behind these behaviors and support children in finding safe, meaningful ways to express themselves.

Want to learn more about ABA therapy and how we support families?

📞Call us at (717) 740-6165
🌐 Visit www.swankesd.com

Every child deserves the chance to be understood, accepted, and celebrated.

10/20/2025

At Swank Early Skills Development, your child’s voice matters.

That’s why our approach is assent-based — meaning we listen to children and make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and encouraged during every session. Therapy is never “done to” a child. Instead, it’s a partnership built on trust, respect, and empowerment.

By centering therapy around each child’s choices, strengths, and comfort level, we create an environment where growth and learning happen naturally. Because when children feel heard, they also feel confident — and confidence opens the door to lifelong success.

Want to learn more about our child-centered approach?

📞 Call us at (717) 740-6165
🌐 Visit www.swankesd.com

Every child deserves to be seen, heard, and supported.

10/17/2025

Halloween is full of fun and excitement, but it can also be overwhelming for children with sensory sensitivities. At Swank Early Skills Development, we want every child and family to enjoy the holiday in a way that feels comfortable and safe.

Here are a few simple ways to make Halloween more sensory-friendly:
Choose costumes made from soft, breathable fabrics so your child feels comfortable.

Practice trick-or-treating at home to help prepare for the big night.
Bring along noise-canceling headphones if sounds or crowds may be overwhelming.

Most importantly—remember, it’s perfectly okay to celebrate Halloween in your own way!

Whether it’s a quiet night in, a small family activity, or traditional trick-or-treating, what matters most is that your child feels supported and included.

📞 Want more family resources? Call us at (717) 740-6165
🌐 Visit www.swankesd.com

10/15/2025

Flexible Scheduling for Families

We understand that families juggle busy schedules every single day. Between school, daycare, and other therapies, finding time for support can feel overwhelming.

That’s why at Swank Early Skills Development, we make flexibility a priority. Our team works closely with schools, daycares, and other providers to design therapy plans that truly fit your child’s needs — and your family’s life. Because therapy should never add more stress, instead, it should provide support, consistency, and peace of mind.

Want to learn how our flexible, family-first approach can help?

📞 Call us at (717) 740-6165
🌐 Visit www.swankesd.com

Every child deserves the chance to grow, thrive, and shine — without adding extra strain to their family.

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1630 Manheim Pike
Lancaster, PA
17601

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+17179456491

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http://www.swankearlyskillsdevelopment.com/

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Helping Children Reach Developmental Milestones Through the Science of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)

Serving children with Developmental Delays and their families with Compassion and Excellence.

Swank Early Skills Development is an Early Intervention, Special Education, and Behavioral Health provider that uses the science of Applied Behavior Analysis to help children throughout Central Pennsylvania reach developmental milestones that they have not yet met on their own or that they have not met with other treatments alone.

As professional Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), we work with families and other professional team members to assess the developmental and/or behavioral needs of a child. Using objective, measurable data from the initial assessment, we collaborate with the child’s family and existing team to establish a treatment plan that incorporates both research-based interventions and the functional needs of the child within his or her environment.

Through the use of Intensive ABA Intervention, we provide ongoing, direct intervention to target the development of communication, participation, visual perceptual & problem solving, imitation, daily living, pre-academic/academic, visual perceptual, social, and behavioral skills in order to help our clients live fuller, more independent lives.