Aging with Flair, LLC
Early Intervention
WHO WE ARE
WHY WE STAND OUT
Our people!
At Aging with Flair, we don't just have employees; we have a dedicated team of individuals who share a common passion. More than half of our staff have come to us from other agencies or have been the recipients of Early Intervention Services. Our focus is on working with children and their families, not merely serving clients. We approach our mission with a sense of optimism and trust in the future, coupled with unwavering commitment to the present, and a deep appreciation for our past experiences.
Our ethos at Aging with Flair is built on a family-centric philosophy that guides every aspect of our work. We lead by example, engaging, empowering, and mentoring our team members to become compassionate role models capable of making a profound impact on the lives of those we serve.
If you resonate with our values and consider yourself an independent thinker, detail-oriented, and deeply passionate about supporting special needs children and adults, we invite you to connect with us. At Aging with Flair, we have the potential to transform not only the lives of those we work with but also your own. Reach out today, and let's embark on this meaningful journey together!
Our partnerships and teamwork!
Did you ever stop to ponder the fact that the vast majority of companies specializing in Early Intervention (EI) tend to narrow their focus exclusively on this field? Well, Aging with Flair veers from this conventional path by championing a comprehensive model that places emphasis on the entirety of an individual, their family, and their community.
We are proud to collaborate with an array of professionals, including Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, and Case Managers. This commitment to a multidisciplinary approach stems from our recognition that the optimal learning experience for our children and their families stems from the synergy of diverse disciplines. Furthermore, we prioritize family training, an integral component provided by all of our specialists.
Aging with Flair goes above and beyond by establishing a harmonious partnership with our sister company Behaviors A Go-Go. This collaboration ensures that we leave no stone unturned when addressing the developmental needs of children and their families. Our interventions take place in natural settings where the child feels most comfortable—whether it's within the home, daycare, schools, recreational venues, restaurants, or even within our own centers. This approach is instrumental in fostering the development and sustenance of socially-acceptable behaviors and cultivating vital socialization skills. Our overarching goal is to equip you and your child with the confidence to interact seamlessly in any setting, including educational institutions.
Our flexibility!
At Aging with Flair, we hold a deep belief in the enchantment that resides within the human heart—a magic that our dedicated staff channels to make tangible changes. We are a team of dreamers, creators, storytellers, and craftspeople, and when it comes to your child, we possess the determination to surmount any obstacle in our pursuit of fostering positive transformations.
Early Interventionists deliver the highest quality care and achieve the most favorable outcomes for each child. Furthermore, we uphold the belief that every family and child is a unique constellation of potential, and thus, create tailor-made care plans.
If you find yourself dissatisfied with the progress of your child, we are always open to dialogue, eager to explore innovative pathways to success. At Aging with Flair, our mission is to assist you in achieving the aspirations you hold for your child.
Our technology!
At Aging with Flair, we embrace the enigmatic realms of education, psychology, sociology, and their interconnected networks. Our unwavering commitment is to harness the power of cutting-edge, groundbreaking technologies to make a positive impact on you and your child's journey.
Within our expanding organization, we've transitioned away from paper-based systems and have embraced electronic medical records, fortified by state-of-the-art security measures to safeguard against external interference.
Every member of your dedicated team is equipped with personal computers and/or tablets, empowering them to enhance the assessment, learning, and play experiences of the children we serve.
Our sights are firmly set on the horizon, where the future promises exciting possibilities.
Our community and programming!
At Aging with Flair, our purpose is to champion a multi-generational, community-centric philosophy that fosters a life of well-being for individuals and families navigating the challenges of special needs, right from infancy and extending throughout their lives in the heart of South Carolina.
Our relentless pursuit is to elevate the quality of life for all through the integration of cutting-edge technology, seamlessly blended with personalized and compassionate care, nurturing the essence of vitality. To bring this vision to fruition, we stand firmly behind our practitioners and employees, actively supporting their career development and nurturing a culture of excellence.
We relish the opportunity to connect with and collaborate alongside caregivers, actively engaging in community events that serve as platforms for the dissemination of valuable insights and knowledge pertaining to developmental delays and disabilities. At Aging with Flair, we wholeheartedly embrace the power of community to uplift and empower those we serve.
Our philosophy and values!
Everything we need to know about life, we learned from Dr. Seuss (and Star Trek - Original Series!).
Seriously, here are some things we value:
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We embrace integrity: we communicate openly and honestly with employees, coworkers, clients, and partners in the community.
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We trust in positive intentions: we support our client’s success by creating exceptional opportunities through innovative service solutions.
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We hold ourselves accountable – individually and in teams – for our behaviors, actions and results.
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We view feedback as a gift while we relentlessly pursue excellence in everything we do, every day.
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We practice teamwork: we work in an inclusive environment that embraces change, new ideas, respect for the individual and equal opportunity to succeed.
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We lead (and follow) by example: we work safely in a manner that protects and promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the community.
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We operate with due consideration but with speed and agility: No task is too small or project too large that it fails to receive the attention it deserves.
Our history!
We began Aging with Flair in 2004 when we relocated to Greenville, SC. Anne, after having worked as an occupational therapist in home health, envisioned a more people-centric approach . Her vision came to life, initially concentrating on geriatrics. However, our commitment to empowering individuals to shape their futures soon led us to embrace pediatrics as well.
In 2010, we secured a contract from the state of South Carolina, Department of Disability and Special Needs, to embark on a mission as Early Interventionists. Our dedication and expertise propelled us to become one of the prominent statewide practitioners of Early Intervention in South Carolina.
In 2018, in response to the call from our Early Interventionists, we took a significant step by introducing focused-behavioral therapy for children on the Autism Spectrum. This marked the birth of Behaviors a Go-Go in Greenville, SC and later West Columbia, SC.
Presently, our team comprises approximately 100 dedicated professionals, and we extend our services to over 800 families annually.
Our founders!
Anne Connor-Schisler, MSc OTR/L, born in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada, has been practicing occupational therapy for 40 years. She has expertise in social justice, community mental health, trauma, gerontology, and most recently pediatrics. Anne acts as the inspiration behind Aging with Flair and it is her job to develop new partnerships and recruit the best people for the company.
Nicholas (Nick) Schisler, PhD, born in Windsor, Ontario, Canada is a research geneticist with expertise in molecular biology and informatics. Nick has worked and taught at many outstanding colleges and universities over the last 30 years including the University of Western Ontario (London, Ontario, Canada), Indiana University (Bloomington, IN), Pomona College (Claremont, CA), and Furman University (Greenville, SC). It's Nick's job to ensure the operational integrity of Aging with Flair.