| 33 Jewell Court | Tel: | 603.433.4192 | |
| Portsmouth, NH 03801 | Fax: | 603.433.3381 | |
| Contact: | Christine Guarino, Executive Officer |
Email: Web: | www.birchtreecenter.org |
| Population Served: | Students with autism |
| School Profile: | |
| Gender: | M/F |
| Age range served: | 3-17 |
| # Days open: | Full year day program |
| Program: | Preschool through grade nine |
| Current enrollment: | Approved for up to 24 students |
| Location and Facilities: | Portsmouth, NH |
| Admissions Procedure: | We accept referrals from school districts and from parents; applications are available at the Center, as well as on our website. |
| Programs and Services: | Birchtree provides year-round, comprehensive, and highly individualized education services to children with autism and their families. Our approach to teaching is based upon Applied Behavior Analysis, which extensive research has shown to be the most effective approach in teaching individuals with autism. The Birchtree Center also offers educational and outreach services to members of the professional community invested in learning about autism and committed to supporting people with autism and their families. |
| Additional Information: | We provide education and support to family members, helping them develop effective strategies for managing the challenges of day-today life with a family member with autism and engaging them in collaborative relationships with other families, the Center's staff, and the community. |
| History and Philosophy: | Founded as a nonprofit organization and opening in December 2002, The Birchtree Center's mission is to improve the quality of life, increase the independence and productivity, and nurture the full potential of children with autism. |