Uwharrie ABA

TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT!
For our Team Member Spotlight this week, we’re highlighting Jeslyn Lowder! 💙

Jeslyn is currently at student at Montgomery Community College pursuing an Associate Degree in Human Services. She's set to graduate this December!

Here are some fun facts about Jeslyn:

🌟 Favorite thing about being an RBT:
“Seeing how much progress patients make daily!”

🎉 Favorite thing about ABA:
“Learning how to magnify each behavior and being able to apply new skills.”

🤝 Favorite part about working at UABA:
“I love working with my coworkers, as well as the patients and families. The families are so welcoming and make me feel like one of their own.”

🥩 Favorite food:
Steak!

🎄 Favorite holiday:
Christmas

We’re so thankful to have Jeslyn as part of our team and appreciate the enthusiasm, compassion, and positivity she brings to our clients, families, and coworkers. Her excitement for helping others grow and her genuine love for the work she does shines through! 💙

TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT!

For our Team Member Spotlight this week, we’re highlighting Camey Rogers Almond! 💙

Camey holds a Bachelor's of Social Work from UNC Charlotte.

Here are some fun facts about Camey:

🌟 Favorite thing about being an RBT:
“My favorite thing about being an RBT is seeing my patients grow in confidence and communication.”

🎉 Favorite thing about ABA:
“ABA has shown me new strategies to use professionally and in my personal life.”

🤝 Favorite part about working at UABA:
“Being part of a team that loves their patients and collaborates to form programs to meet their individual needs.”

🥩 Favorite food:
Steak

🎄 Favorite holiday:
Christmas!

We’re so thankful to have Camey as part of our team and appreciate the compassion, teamwork, and thoughtful support she brings to our clients and families. Her commitment to helping each child build confidence and communication skills reflects the care she puts into her work every day. 💙

TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT!

For our Team Member Spotlight this week, we’re highlighting April Nickel, our resident Student Analyst! 💙

April holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and is currently pursuing a Master's in Special Education/ABA.

Here are some fun facts about April:

🌟 Favorite thing about being an RBT:
“Connecting with my patients in a way that makes them feel safe and loved, which makes learning together more fun.”

🎉 Favorite thing about ABA:
“Helping my patients learn to communicate wants and needs.”

🤝 Favorite part about working at UABA:
“Serving local families in an area where quality services have been limited.”

🍉 Favorite food:
All kinds of fruit, especially watermelon!

🐰🎄 Favorite holidays:
Easter and Christmas!

We’re so thankful to have April as part of our team and appreciate the patience, encouragement, and dedication she brings to helping children learn, communicate, and thrive every day. Her passion for supporting families and expanding access to quality services in our community makes a meaningful difference to everyone she serves. 💙

TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT!

For our Team Member Spotlight this week, we’re highlighting Bella Marcum! 💙

Bella currently holds a Bachelor's degree and will be completing her Master's in Social Work this summer.

Here are some fun facts about Bella:

🌟 Favorite thing about being an RBT:
“I love building strong relationships with clients and families and celebrating the small wins that add up over time.”

🎉 Favorite thing about ABA:
“People often enjoy ABA because it can:
• Turn big goals into manageable pieces
• Focus on strengths, not just challenges
• Help increase communication and independence
• Measure progress so growth is easier to see
• Create those ‘I did it!’ moments for clients and families.”

🤝 Favorite part about working at UABA:
“The best part of working at Uwharrie ABA is the staff. Everyone is welcoming and supportive, and it feels like a team where people genuinely help each other out.”

🍕 Favorite food:
Pizza

🎄 Favorite holiday:
Christmas

We’re so thankful to have Bella as part of our team and appreciate the compassion, positivity, and meaningful connections she builds with our clients, families, and coworkers every day! 💙

🌞 Teen Summer Social Group 🌞

Looking for a fun and supportive way for your teen to build friendships and social confidence this summer?

Join us for our 8-week Teen Summer Social Group! Through engaging activities and shared experiences, participants will have opportunities to strengthen communication skills, practice cooperation, build meaningful peer connections, and grow their confidence in social situations, all in a welcoming and supportive environment.

This group is designed for teens whose primary goal is social skill development and who can participate safely in a small-group setting without the need for intensive behavioral support.

✨ No current ABA services are required to participate.
✨ Participation in the social group does not enroll your child in ongoing ABA services.
✨ Open to teens looking to connect, learn, and have fun this summer.

Space is limited. If you'd like to learn more or see if this group is a good fit for your teen, we'd love to hear from you!

📩 Contact us for additional information or to ask any questions.

TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT!

For our Team Member Spotlight this week, we’re highlighting Shanae Colson, our Clinical Lead RBT!

Shanae holds a degree in Human Services and brings compassion, dedication, and support the Uwharrie ABA team. As Clinical Lead, Shanae helps model high-quality ABA services, supports skill development and behavior programs, assists newer RBTs through training and guidance, and works closely with our BCBAs to help ensure consistency and quality of care across our cases.

Here are some fun facts about Shanae:

🌟 Favorite thing about being an RBT:
“Working with the kids.”

🎉 Favorite thing about ABA:
“Learning new skills and applying them in everyday life with families and children. Observing positive change across different environments.”

🤝 Favorite part about working at UABA:
“I love helping families and children grow and learn inside the home and outside their learning environments. Our job is not easy, and showing up to work everyday for our patients is an honor. Our families and children are always heard and seen in our line of work at Uwharrie ABA.”

🍤Favorite food:
Shrimp Alfredo

🐰 Favorite holiday:
Easter

We’re so thankful to have Shanae as part of our team and appreciate the care, leadership, and encouragement she brings to our clients, families, and coworkers every day! 💙

TEAM MEMBER SPOTLIGHT!
At Uwharrie ABA, we believe our people are the heart of what we do.

We’re excited to start our new Team Member Spotlight series so our community can get to know the amazing individuals behind UABA! We're here to build connections, put friendly faces with our company name, and celebrate the team members who make such a difference every day for the families we serve.

This week, we’re highlighting Morgan Kinley!

Morgan holds a BA in Health Care Management from Appalachian State and brings so much heart and encouragement to the Uwharrie ABA team. Here are some fun facts about Morgan:

🌟 Favorite thing about being an RBT:
“Making a change and seeing the results. Helping others accomplish goals they never thought they could.”

🎉 Favorite thing about ABA:
“Celebrating small milestones that become big accomplishments.”

🤝 Favorite part about working at UABA:
“Everyone works as a team — you are never made to feel less than anyone else in the company.”

🍝 Favorite food:
Anything related to carbs!

🎆 Favorite holiday:
4th of July

We’re so thankful to have Morgan as part of our team and love the positivity and support she brings to our clients, families, and coworkers every day! 💙

Congratulations to all Stanly County Graduates!! No matter what pathway comes next, this is a huge accomplishment you should all be very proud of! Wishing each of you success, happiness, and a future full of opportunities. The community is proud of all of you!