Service area
ABA Therapy in Muse, FL
MCDS provides culturally responsive, BCBA-supervised ABA therapy for children and families in Muse, Glades County, with travel-inclusive in-home visits, community sessions, and telehealth.
ABA therapy in Muse
Multicultural Development Services Center (MCDS) is proud to offer dedicated Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services to families in Muse, a historic unincorporated community in Glades County. We understand the unique character of Muse, a place with deep roots where land is still held by descendants of homesteading families like the Brownings, Pooles, and Altmans. This heritage of self-reliance and strong community ties—evidenced by residents establishing their own volunteer fire department and honoring local leaders at the veteran memorial—informs our approach to care.
For families in a rural setting like Muse, known for its cattle ranches, tree farms, and agricultural businesses like the Lykes Brothers' Silver Lake Preserve, accessing specialized healthcare can be a challenge. In the past, residents walked to LaBelle or Arcadia for business, and the local school even closed during the Great Depression, highlighting a history of navigating resource accessibility. MCDS bridges this gap by bringing ABA therapy directly to your doorstep. Our in-home and community-based services eliminate the need for long drives, allowing therapy to be integrated seamlessly into your family's daily life, in the natural environment where your child is most comfortable.
We also offer telehealth services, providing a flexible and effective option for busy families in the Muse area. Whether your child attends West Glades School or is learning at home, our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) can collaborate with educators and caregivers to create a consistent support system that fosters skill development. Our goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based support that respects the close-knit, resilient spirit of the Muse community, which celebrates together at events like the annual Honey Festival in Muse Community Park.
Under the leadership of Executive Director Damaris Baez and Hiram Aguilera, BCBA, our team is committed to providing culturally sensitive and individualized care. We work with your family to develop a personalized therapy plan that addresses your child's specific needs while honoring your family's values and rural lifestyle.
About Muse
- Primary school district
- Glades County School District
- Local landmarks
- Muse Community Park · Silver Lake Preserve · Mac's General Store · Carson Scrub Cemetery · Jim J. Greer Veteran Memorial
Services available in Muse
Depending on assessment and authorization, MCDS may deliver the following services to Muse 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 Muse 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 Muse families
Get in touch
To find out whether MCDS currently has provider availability in Muse, call 954-302-8758 or request a call.
This page describes MCDS's stated service area for Muse. 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.
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