The Learning Tree expands family support services

From its unassuming beginnings in 1983, The Learning Tree Inc. has grown into an agency that plays a significant role in educating children and adolescents who have some of the most severe disability- related challenges. The Learning Tree now serves more than 700 of Alabama’s children.

As part of its mission, The Learning Tree is expanding its offerings to include Family Support Services at no charge to families with children with developmental disabilities, including autism. The program is designed to address specific issues affecting the health and functioning of a family. It may help a family through a difficult period, a major transition, or with mental/behavioral health problems. The option exists to include all family members or simply those willing to participate. While family therapy may not automatically solve family conflicts or make unpleasant situations go away it may help family members to understand one another and provide them with the skills to cope with challenging situations. It may also help the family achieve a sense of togetherness.