Part of iCAN’s Autism Acceptance Month Blog Series
Focusing on the power of everyday wins is how we celebrate this April as Autism Acceptance Month — a time to shine a light on the unique strengths of individuals on the autism spectrum and champion the milestones, big or small, that lead to personal growth. As part of iCAN’s month-long campaign to inspire understanding and acceptance, we’re focusing on the power these everyday wins give those with autism as well as their friends and family. These subtle moments of progress often mean the most, especially for families navigating the autism journey.
Why Everyday Wins Matter
It’s easy to get caught up in long-term goals, such as mastering communication or achieving academic milestones. While these aspirations are important, smaller achievements — like successfully completing a task without frustration or using a new form of communication — deserve equal, if not more, celebration.
Celebrating these moments:
- Builds Self-Esteem: Children gain confidence when their efforts are noticed and celebrated, making them more likely to keep trying new skills.
- Encourages Motivation: Positive reinforcement can encourage children to consistently practice behaviors and strategies learned in ABA therapy.
- Fosters Family Bonding: Sharing excitement over a child’s progress brings families closer and helps everyone stay focused on growth rather than setbacks.
Real Stories from Our Families
“He would get so frustrated because he didn’t understand what I was trying to get him to do. And ABA truly has given my son his own voice and taught him to actually be able to advocate for himself. He’s learned to trade; he’s learned to take turns. He’s learned to wait. He might be nonverbal, but that kid communicates better than most people do that are verbal.”
– Stephanie Perkins, iCAN Parent“We’ve been doing ABA for four years now and one of the first things that we noticed with Rowan was that we had no communication with him. One of his biggest meltdown triggers was that he couldn’t tell us yes or no or what he wanted. We’re happy for him to tell us no as much as he wants to because that’s him telling us how he feels. Him being able to communicate with us was the biggest first step that we saw from ABA because we could actually ask him questions, make him happy, and figure out what he needed.”
– Catie Krautkramer, iCAN Parent
How iCAN Helps Children Thrive
At iCAN, our ABA therapy programs focus on personalized interventions that target essential life skills — one step at a time.
We collaborate closely with families to craft tailored strategies that fit each child’s unique needs. By celebrating everyday wins, we empower children to take pride in their progress and build the self-confidence to conquer future challenges.
This April, as we mark Autism Acceptance Month, let’s remember that these small steps forward deserve our loudest cheers. By focusing on positivity, we pave the way for bigger breakthroughs down the road.
Ready to Celebrate More Wins?
If you’re interested in learning more about how iCAN can support your child’s development, reach out to us. Our dedicated team is here to help children unlock their potential, one everyday win at a time.