Supporting Health and Wellness in Developmental Disabilities: Session 330: Brandon May, Maggie Pavone, and Kate Heersink
Summary
Host Matt Cicoria joins Drs. Brandon May and Maggie Pavone, plus Kate Hersink, to discuss the Fit for All program, which applies behavior analysis to improve health outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities. They detail how embedded strategies like wearable tech tracking, individualized hydration goals, and nutrition education are integrated into daily routines rather than isolated exercises. The episode highlights the use of reinforcement systems and preference assessments to support engagement while ensuring practical implementation for caregivers and direct support profess…
Topics discussed
Introduction, sponsors, and guest welcome
Guest introductions: Brandon, Maggie, and Kate
Career paths into health and fitness ABA
Commercial break and Patreon promotion
Fit for All program structure and curriculum
Implementation strategies and reinforcement examples
Commercial break: Whoop fitness tracker
Medical necessity and insurance reimbursement
Navigating family buy-in and sensitive topics
Training resources and advice for new BCBAs
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