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From special needs to gifted, NACD designs targeted individualized home based programs, bringing eclectic methodologies, and individualized education to the home. NACD’s ever expanding and developing toolbox contains thousands of specific methods and techniques that permit us to create targeted approaches for each child and family. Hearing, vision, sensory, gross motor, fine motor, speech and language, cognitive, behavior therapies not once or twice a week, but once or twice or more per day in the home- redefining opportunity. As well as health and nutrition guidance and individualized educational programs. NACD’s Neurodevelopmental approach Not a Homeschool As You Know it NACD does not have a curriculum or a program”, NACD draws from it’s huge toolbox to create therapeutic and education programs unique and targeted to each child and family. Because our programs are individually designed and holistic, we are able to work with newborns to adults, children who are homeschooled, formally schooled to college students, trade school students and life-long learners. Who We Help Individual Comprehensive Assessments Each program is based on the needs of the specific individual, not a one size fits all” approach. Ongoing Coaching & Support Contact your coach at any time. Tri-annual Followup Assessments We meet with you three times a year to see how you are doing & to make adjustments. Online Portal with Easy Access to Programs, Videos, Courses & Forms Access any time using our website or apps for iOS & Android. Individualized Targeted Developmental & Educational Intervention Using the model of whole children”, we address the needs of your child in all areas of their lives. NACD Has a Whole Child” Philosophy You must understand all of the little pieces to change the big ones Bob Doman Learn More Who We Help Homeschooling Down Syndrome Autism ADD/ADHD Brain Injury Adults Dyslexia Genetic Disorders Highly Capable Children Learning Disabilities Preschool Typical Children 3 easy steps for successful NACD Program The NACD model of designing comprehensive individualized programs that are implemented by family and caregivers makes it possible for any family anywhere to take advantage of the latest and most advanced techniques currently available. In addition to providing comprehensive intervention, NACD also coaches and supports families in their implementation of the NACD program. We also help oversee and coordinate all services and interventions that the family is using in order to develop a cohesive treatment and educational plan. NACD recognizes that educational and therapeutic services in many countries are seriously lacking or even nonexistent. NACD believes in the unlimited potential of every child and the power of daily intervention provided by those who know the child best and who really care—the family. GET STARTED Fill Out an Application to Get Started Click the button below to go through our free application process. We provide a FREE interview with anyone who fills out an application so you can make sure our program is a good fit for you. Get your first Evaluation At your first meeting with our specialist, they will assess the child (or adult) to determine their specific needs. You are then given a full evaluation, along with a program of instructions on how to implement them. Work with your Program As you work on your program, our coaching support is available for you any time you need it. We will meet with you three times per year for follow up evaluations to assess your progress and make adjustments to your program. We Have Been The Most Trusted Name in Home Education For 40+ Years, And We Are Proud Of our Rich History Providing help to parents of special needs & typical kids Why Should We Choose NACD? NACD’s toolbox contains over 3,000 different methods and techniques; we investigate, integrate, and develop new tools daily. We believe that your child’s education and development should be overseen by you, the parent. At NACD, we are dedicated to changing the lives of children around the world. At NACD we are parents . We know how to look at a child from a parent’s perspective. Our job is to assist you in achieving your goals by creating very targeted individual programs and then providing the means for daily communication so that we all stay on target. GET STARTED Christina Turkstra 5 star rating 5 star rating 5 star rating 5 star rating 5 star rating This works! Bob is passionate about kids. Our evaluator and personal coach are always available to answer any questions. Sara is so positive, encouraging and welcoming. They really love kids and it’s very apparent they want to help you. They are so personal and genuine. Glenda encourages me when I feel like nothing is working. You are never stuck in a rut. This has been the most helpful program we have used with all the other programs we looked into.” Frequently Asked Questions Here are some of the questions that most people have when starting our program: Is your program the same for everyone? NO, every individual that comes in for an assessment is treated as a unique individual with their own specific needs. Our program is not a one size fits all” approach like most others. Where do I go for my evaluations? We have many chapters around the world where we meet with families in person. If you are not able to travel to one of the physical chapters, we can work with you anywhere in the world via teleconference (Zoom). How much work does this require? We require parents to make a significant commitment to their child’s program in order to get the best results possible. How much time depends on the needs of the specific child or individual. How much does it cost? The cost is different depending on where you are in the world or your set of circumstances. If you fill out our application, you will see the associated costs laid out to you and will receive a free interview where you can discuss all your specific needs. There is no cost until after your interview. Does NACD help adults too? YES! We have helping many hundreds of adults, regardless of the situation, whether they have special needs or just want to get back on track with their goals. Simply Smarter Access Anywhere Online Brain Training Activities for Kids & Adults Work on your processing & Memory Online tool designed to tackle learning & attention challenges. Guided program designed to strengthen your memory, cognition, and more! Plans starting at: $19.95/month Sign Up for Your Free Trial Here Includes 14 Day Free Trial Simply Smarter Processing, Focus & Memory Activities Simply Smarter is a powerful program based on decades of our own clinical applications. This individualized approach has been developed to help children & adults build their processing using the power of neuroplasticity. The National Association for Child Development International Headquarters 5492 S 500 E Washington Terrace, Utah 84405 Phone: +1 (801) 621-8606 Search for: Search Get Started Who We Help Who We Are...