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Danielle has a way of truly seeing my son — not just his challenges, but his strengths — and she builds his goals around who he is, not just what he needs. Tiffany works with him with so much warmth and consistency that he lights up when he sees her. She works with him so gently and consistently, and I’ve watched him gain confidence and new skills because of her dedication. I also like to add that their dedication has helped him find confidence, independence, and skills we used to hope for but weren’t sure he’d reach.
These two women have become such an important part of his journey, and I’m forever thankful. You can tell they truly love what they do, and it shows in my son’s progress. I can’t thank them enough. I highly recommend Flywheel Center, especially Danielle MaQar and Tiffany Jackson to any family seeking caring and effective ABA therapy. If you’re looking for a place where your child will be supported, understood, and genuinely cared for, I cannot recommend Danielle and Tiffany at Flywheel Center enough.
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TRUSTED ABA THERAPY COMING TO THE HEART OF RIVERDALE
Flywheel Centers is bringing comprehensive autism support to Prince George’s County’s most connected communities. Our upcoming Riverdale location at 34 Upper Riverdale Road will put evidence-based ABA therapy at the gateway to the Washington DC metro area—strategically positioned near Route 1, the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, and College Park Metro for families from College Park, Hyattsville, Greenbelt, Bladensburg, and throughout Prince George’s County who need more than just “therapy.” You need a partner who understands navigating Prince George’s County Public Schools, knows which pediatric specialists at Children’s National Hospital and University of Maryland Medical Center accept your insurance, and can help your child thrive everywhere from the classroom to weekend activities at Lake Artemesia or the National Mall.
Our team doesn’t just work in Riverdale—we live here. We know the difference between the University of Maryland-adjacent neighborhoods and the established communities of Hyattsville and Mount Rainier. We understand why families choose this area for its proximity to DC, diverse population, and access to world-class medical and educational resources. We’ve already helped over 150 Maryland families across our other locations, and we’re excited to bring that same expertise to Prince George’s County’s vibrant community.
Convenient Riverdale Location:
ABA THERAPY SERVICES COMING TO RIVERDALE FAMILIES
Flywheel Centers will deliver comprehensive autism support in Riverdale’s heart. Our location at 34 Upper Riverdale Road sits along the Route 1 corridor—convenient for families throughout Prince George’s County, southeastern Montgomery County, and northeast Washington DC who need expert ABA therapy combined with deep local knowledge. You need a partner who understands Prince George’s County Public Schools’ programs, knows which developmental pediatricians at Children’s National Pediatric Specialists or University of Maryland Pediatrics have availability, and can help your child succeed from early intervention through high school.
When we open, you’ll have access to both structured center-based programs in Riverdale and in-home ABA therapy delivered throughout Prince George’s County neighborhoods. Our Georgia-licensed BCBAs will develop personalized treatment plans that work with your family’s lifestyle. Our approach considers the area’s unique character—from navigating Metro accessibility to preparing children for success in Prince George’s County’s improving school system and proximity to DC’s exceptional resources.
Many families achieve the best results by combining both service types—using center-based therapy for intensive skill development and structured peer interaction while adding in-home sessions that focus on daily living skills and community integration specific to the DC metro area’s urban-suburban lifestyle.
WHY RIVERDALE FAMILIES ARE CHOOSING FLYWHEEL CENTERS
Riverdale and Prince George’s County families are already pre-registering for Flywheel Centers because we truly understand what makes this area special for families raising children with autism. This is a community with unparalleled access to the nation’s capital, world-class medical resources at Children’s National Hospital and the National Institutes of Health, outstanding educational institutions, and a genuinely diverse, multicultural atmosphere. Our programs will prepare children to flourish in Prince George’s County’s diverse environment while building skills for lifelong success.
Our center-based programs on Upper Riverdale Road will provide structured therapeutic environments with sensory-friendly spaces and peer interaction opportunities that complement the community-focused culture Prince George’s County families value. Children will develop essential communication skills, practice meaningful social interactions, and build independence in settings specifically designed for optimal learning—all within easy reach of College Park, Hyattsville, and Greenbelt.
For families who prefer therapy in their home environment, our in-home ABA services will bring proven interventions directly to Prince George’s County residences from College Park to Bowie, from Hyattsville to Laurel. This personalized approach allows children to practice skills where they live—whether that’s mastering morning routines before the Prince George’s County school bus arrives, developing social skills for neighborhood friendships, or preparing for activities at the Smithsonian museums or the National Zoo.
ABA SERVICES COMING TO RIVERDALE RESIDENTS
CENTER-BASED ABA THERAPY (RIVERDALE LOCATION – OPENING SOON)
Our 34 Upper Riverdale Road facility is being designed specifically for children with autism in one of Maryland’s most accessible corridors. Located in Riverdale—minutes from College Park, easy access from Route 1, the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, US-50, and Metro’s Green Line—our center will deliver intensive therapy programs for ages 18 months through adolescence in a state-of-the-art environment built for Prince George’s County families.
Children will develop crucial communication abilities through integrated speech therapy services, assistive technology support, and carefully structured social learning opportunities. Our curriculum emphasizes school readiness and community participation, and we’ll collaborate closely with Prince George’s County Public Schools to ensure therapy goals support educational success and classroom achievement. We’ll work directly with teachers at schools throughout the county, providing consultation that creates seamless support.
The center environment will offer valuable peer interaction experiences that prepare children for diverse social situations throughout the DC metro area—from collaborative learning in classroom settings to effective communication during community events at the University of Maryland campus, Lake Artemesia Natural Area, or DC museums. We’ll create structured playgroups that mirror real classroom dynamics, teaching children to navigate busy environments like the College Park Farmers Market, manage Metro transitions, and participate appropriately in the area’s diverse community settings from neighborhood parks to Smithsonian visits.
Our facility will include sensory-friendly spaces designed to help children develop self-regulation skills they’ll use everywhere—from managing the sensory demands of Metro travel and urban environments to tolerating crowded spaces at the National Zoo or Air and Space Museum. We don’t just teach skills in isolation; we prepare children for the actual experiences of growing up in the dynamic DC metro area.
IN-HOME ABA THERAPY THROUGHOUT PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY
Our in-home ABA therapy will deliver specialized autism intervention directly to Prince George’s County families, providing convenient access to evidence-based treatments in the comfort of your own home. This individualized approach addresses the specific opportunities and lifestyle considerations of living in the DC metro area—from navigating urban neighborhoods to thriving in suburban communities throughout Prince George’s County.
Our Georgia-licensed BCBAs will conduct therapy sessions within Prince George’s County homes, teaching functional skills in the environments where children use them daily. This includes practicing family routines, developing communication strategies for area community interactions, building social skills for neighborhood activities and parks, and fostering independence skills appropriate for the DC metro area’s unique blend of urban accessibility and suburban living.
In-home therapy integrates seamlessly with Riverdale family schedules while enabling parents to actively participate in evidence-based treatment approaches. Our team understands Prince George’s County’s community character—from the university-adjacent neighborhoods of College Park and Berwyn Heights to the established communities of Hyattsville and Mount Rainier to suburban areas like Bowie and Greenbelt—and will help children develop skills that support engagement with local opportunities, educational programming, and social activities throughout the region.
RIVERDALE COMMUNITY INTEGRATION
Riverdale and Prince George’s County offer something truly unique for families navigating autism: unparalleled access to the nation’s capital and its world-class resources. You get outstanding medical care at Children’s National Hospital and University of Maryland Medical Center, access to exceptional educational institutions, Metro accessibility to DC’s free Smithsonian museums and monuments, and a genuinely diverse, multicultural community. Our therapy programs will be designed to help children take full advantage of everything the DC metro area offers.
We’ll incorporate Riverdale-specific skill development into every treatment plan. That might mean practicing appropriate restaurant behavior at local favorites along Route 1 or in College Park before a family dinner, building social awareness for community events at Lake Artemesia or the College Park Aviation Museum, developing money skills during shopping trips to Beltway Plaza or Target, or learning Metro safety and navigation skills for eventually using public transportation independently as teenagers.
Prince George’s County Public Schools serves families with improving programs and strong special education services. From elementary schools like College Park Elementary, University Park Elementary, and Paint Branch Elementary to middle schools like Robert Goddard Montessori and Nicholas Orem Middle to high schools like Eleanor Roosevelt High School, Parkdale High School, and DuVal High School, PGCPS provides diverse educational opportunities. Our BCBAs will attend IEP meetings throughout the county, collaborate directly with special education coordinators and classroom teachers, and help families access everything from Maryland’s Infants and Toddlers Program to transition services for teens planning for college at University of Maryland, Bowie State University, or Prince George’s Community College.
The area’s exceptional recreational and cultural opportunities aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re therapeutic settings where we’ll practice real-world skills. Lake Artemesia Natural Area offers beautiful walking trails perfect for gross motor skill development and nature observation. The Anacostia River Trail provides accessible pathways for biking and exercise. The University of Maryland campus offers museums, performances, and community events. And DC’s free Smithsonian museums—the National Zoo, Air and Space Museum, Natural History Museum, and more—provide endless learning opportunities just a Metro ride away.
We’ll help families access Prince George’s County’s recreation resources including programs through Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), College Park Recreation, Special Olympics Maryland, and inclusive activities at locations like the Beltsville Community Center, Splash! Aquatic Center in Hyattsville, and Greenbelt Aquatic and Fitness Center. Many of our families participate in weekend outings to the Smithsonian museums, the National Mall, Rock Creek Park, and the National Arboretum—we’ll provide pre-visit preparation and post-visit debriefing to maximize these learning experiences and reduce anxiety around new environments.
SERVING RIVERDALE & PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY COMMUNITIES
Our comprehensive ABA therapy services will extend throughout Prince George’s County and the DC metro area. Our upcoming Riverdale location will serve families throughout College Park, Hyattsville, Greenbelt, Berwyn Heights, University Park, Mount Rainier, Bladensburg, New Carrollton, Lanham, Bowie, Laurel, and surrounding communities. Flywheel Centers currently operates Maryland locations in Owings Mills and Columbia (opening soon) with both center-based and in-home therapy options. If you need immediate services, we can connect you with our nearest operating location while you wait for our Riverdale center to open.
GETTING STARTED WITH ABA IN RIVERDALE
Insurance & Accessibility
Insurance Coverage:
We accept all major Georgia insurance providers and will work diligently to ensure Prince George’s County families receive maximum coverage for ABA therapy services. Our insurance specialists have extensive experience with Maryland carriers including CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic, Amerigroup, Maryland Physicians Care, and Maryland Medicaid/Medical Assistance. We’ll handle verification, initial authorization, ongoing reauthorizations, and appeals if needed—minimizing out-of-pocket expenses and eliminating paperwork headaches for families.
Maryland’s autism insurance mandate requires most plans to cover ABA therapy, and we’ll ensure you receive every benefit you’re entitled to under state law.
Georgia’s autism insurance mandate requires most plans to cover ABA therapy, and we’ll ensure you receive every benefit you’re entitled to under state law.
Georgia’s autism insurance mandate requires most plans to cover ABA therapy, and we’ll ensure you receive every benefit you’re entitled to under state law.
Accessibility Information:
Our Riverdale center at 34 Upper Riverdale Road will offer ample free parking, ADA-compliant facilities with wheelchair accessibility, Metro accessibility via College Park and Greenbelt Green Line stations, and flexible scheduling including early morning sessions (before school), after-school appointments, weekend availability, and full-day intensive programs during Prince George’s County Public Schools breaks and summer vacation.
For families who prefer in-home services or live in outlying areas—Bowie, Laurel, Lanham, Oxon Hill, Fort Washington—we’ll bring the same high-quality therapy directly to your residence, eliminating commute concerns entirely and allowing therapy to happen in the environment where your child actually lives.
Our Riverdale center at 34 Upper Riverdale Road will offer ample free parking, ADA-compliant facilities with wheelchair accessibility, Metro accessibility via College Park and Greenbelt Green Line stations, and flexible scheduling including early morning sessions (before school), after-school appointments, weekend availability, and full-day intensive programs during Prince George’s County Public Schools breaks and summer vacation.
For families who prefer in-home services or live in outlying areas—Bowie, Laurel, Lanham, Oxon Hill, Fort Washington—we’ll bring the same high-quality therapy directly to your residence, eliminating commute concerns entirely and allowing therapy to happen in the environment where your child actually lives.
For families who prefer in-home services or live in outlying areas—Dacula, Buford, Grayson, Loganville, Auburn—we’ll bring the same high-quality therapy directly to your residence, eliminating commute concerns entirely and allowing therapy to happen in the environment where your child actually lives.
FAQS – ABA THERAPY FOR RIVERDALE FAMILIES
START ABA THERAPY IN RIVERDALE, GEORGIA
Flywheel Centers is bringing exceptional ABA therapy services to Riverdale and Prince George’s County families. Our evidence-based programs, experienced Georgia-licensed BCBAs, and flexible service options will ensure every child receives the individualized care they need to reach their full potential in Prince George’s County schools and community life.
