GLENWOOD INC
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Mission Statement
Glenwood’s mission is to enable individuals to live life to their fullest potential. We provide an array of comprehensive services devoted to the protection of individual rights, anchored in the support and person-centered treatment of children and adults impacted by autism and other behavioral health needs. Outcome-focused services are provided through positive interactions, centered in dignity and respect of the individual’s rights.
About This Cause
Since 1974, Glenwood has been Alabama’s expert in autism and other mental health issues and continues growing to meet tremendous needs. Today 1 in 44 children born will be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With more than 30 programs for children, teens, adults and families affected by ASD and other behavioral health issues, the focus is on helping those served achieve their fullest potential. Glenwood touches the lives of more than 8,000 people annually through direct educational and therapeutic services, referral and resource information, and trainings for teachers, parents and healthcare professionals. A. Locations - Main Campus: Behind Liberty Park in Birmingham, Glenwood has 363 acres that include: a school for boys ages 6 to 14 with severe emotional/behavioral disturbances, Allan Cott School for children with autism up to age 21, 6 homes for adults with autism, 4 homes for 39 children with autism; Lakeview School and 2 homes (Daniel Houses) for boys with severe emotional and behavioral disturbances and an adult day habilitation center. - Avondale: Glenwood’s Children’s Center opened in the fall of 2018 to provide intensive Applied Behavior Analysis, Occupation and Speech Therapies to children. Outpatient services moved to Avondale in 2019 to provide evaluations, diagnosis, referrals and several types of individual and family therapies. In 2021, Glenwood expanded to serve more children in the Children's Center and opened an Arts Center for art, music and other extracurricular enrichment activities for those we serve and plans to eventually offer those services to a broader community. - Birmingham area communities: 43 adults with ASD live in off campus homes and Glenwood opened its first home for 8 children with ASD in the community. Journey Academy in Birmingham provides vocational rehabilitation and community experiences to adults with ASD. B. Autism Spectrum Disorder Services ASD is a national epidemic, according to the CDC, impacting 1 child in every 44. This is an alarming increase since the 1980s’ rate of 1 in every 10,000 children. Alabama has over 50,000 children and adults who are impacted by ASD; only 10% of those are receiving the help they need. Through treatment and education services that can enhance life, Glenwood targets low-resourced children, adolescents and adults with autism and other behavioral health concerns across Alabama. - Outpatient and Community o Evaluations and diagnosis o Counseling o Therapy o Family education and support o Consultation and training for families o Teacher training - Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), an intensive therapy that focuses on improving social behavior. ABA helps to develop new skills, shape and refine previously learned skills and decrease socially significant problem behaviors. In addition to assessments, staff can address: o Verbal behavior o Problem behavior reduction o Social skills – understanding and communication o Toilet training o Functional living skills o Caregiver training - Child and Adolescent Programs o School for children with ASD at Allan Cott School o School for children with severe emotional and behavioral challenges at Lakeview School o Residential for children with severe forms of ASD o Residential for boys with severe emotional and behavioral concerns. Average Stay: 13 mos. - Adult o Day program including art, horticulture, life skills training o Vocational rehabilitation through Details Matter, a mobile car wash, and other training - Residential: On and off campus - Journey Academy Birmingham: provides vocational readiness, training and opportunities for adults with autism - Education Training: o Consultation and training through contracts with local schools o Teacher and professional training including several related topics. One of the most popular topics is Managing Crisis Safely, a class on crisis prevention, de-escalation, physical protection skills, and restraint skills C. Boys with Severe Emotional/Behavioral Disturbances (SEDB): Individualized treatment programs vary in duration from nine to 12 months for boys about 32 annually) with severe emotional and behavioral concerns. Many have experienced physical, sexual and emotional abuse, as well as abandonment. Glenwood is often a last chance for this population, and the goal is to return them successfully to family, extended family or to foster homes.