Service area
ABA Therapy in Tamarac, FL
MCDS provides in-home, community-based, and telehealth ABA therapy for families in Tamarac and surrounding Broward County communities.
ABA therapy in Tamarac
ABA Therapy Services for Tamarac's Growing Community
Located in western Broward County, Tamarac has transformed from its origins as an active adult community in 1963 into a vibrant, diverse city with more than 71,000 residents as of the 2020 Census. Originally envisioned as a quiet "bedroom community" with distinct residential developments like The Woodlands and the Mainlands of Tamarac Lakes, the city now reflects the multicultural fabric of South Florida. For families in Tamarac seeking support for children with autism, this unique residential character can be both a comfort and a challenge.
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) understands the needs of Tamarac families. The city’s very design, with its many quiet neighborhoods and canal-lined backyards, makes it an ideal setting for in-home ABA therapy. Instead of adding a trip to a clinic to an already busy schedule, our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and technicians come to you. We work with your child in their natural environment, using familiar routines and surroundings to foster communication, social, and daily living skills. This approach is particularly helpful for families navigating the city’s sprawling layout and major thoroughfares like State Road 7 and Commercial Boulevard.
Culturally Competent Care for a Diverse City
Tamarac's population is a rich blend of cultures, with the 2020 census showing significant non-Hispanic Black or African American (31.82%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.43%) communities. MCDS is founded on the principle of providing culturally competent care that respects each family's unique background and values. Under the guidance of our leadership, including Executive Director Damaris Baez and BCBA Hiram Aguilera, we are dedicated to building collaborative partnerships with families.
In addition to in-home services, we offer telehealth consultations and caregiver training, providing flexible support that fits the modern Tamarac family. Whether your child needs help navigating social interactions in the community or support with household routines, our individualized ABA therapy programs are designed to empower your child and support your entire family. We are committed to serving every neighborhood in Tamarac with professional, compassionate, and accessible ABA services.
About Tamarac
- Population
- 71897 (2020)
- Areas & neighborhoods
- The Woodlands · Mainlands of Tamarac Lakes · Tamarac Lakes Section One · Tamarac Lakes North
- Local landmarks
- Rear Canal waterway · State Road 7 · Commercial Boulevard
Services available in Tamarac
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Tamarac families:
- ABA Therapy — Individualized applied behavior analysis therapy for children, informed by more than two decades of behavioral-services experience in South Florida.
- In-Home ABA Therapy — ABA therapy delivered where children learn best — inside their home and daily routines.
- School-Based ABA Support — Collaborative behavioral support that partners with schools and educational teams when clinically appropriate.
- Community-Based ABA Therapy — ABA therapy in real community settings so children can practice skills where they use them.
- Early Intervention — Individualized early intervention for young children showing signs of developmental or behavioral needs.
- Parent and Caregiver Training — Structured coaching that equips caregivers to support their child throughout everyday routines.
Insurance for Tamarac families
MCDS works with eligible plans from Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, UnitedHealthcare, and TRICARE, plus qualifying Florida Medicaid fee-for-service coverage. Verify your specific plan on the benefits verification page.
Questions from Tamarac families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Tamarac, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Tamarac. It does not represent a physical clinic location. Availability of a specific clinician, schedule, service, or service setting may vary based on location, staffing, clinical needs, insurance authorization, and current capacity.