Floreo in Action: A Game-Changer for Skill Development

We recently heard from LEEP Forward / Quantum Leep Academy Program Director of Community Outreach, Nicholas Rizza. LEEP Forward / Quantum Leep Academy has been implementing Floreo with their students since 2022! He shared:

"We absolutely love incorporating Floreo into our daily programming, it’s been such a game-changer for our students. We use it multiple times a day, whether in a social work session or classroom experiential learning, and it’s been amazing to see the impact it’s had on skill development.

One way we’ve seen Floreo make a significant impact is in helping students practice everyday tasks, such as going to the grocery store. The journey begins with the safety and support of the Floreo environment, where students can build familiarity and confidence. From there, they practice the same skills within the school setting, reinforcing their learning in a controlled environment. Finally, they take those skills into the community, applying what they’ve learned in real-world situations. This progression ensures that students feel supported, prepared, and confident at every stage of the learning process."

Nicholas and his team have seen firsthand how Floreo empowers students to build confidence and independence through immersive learning. If you're looking for a way to enhance skill development in your own program, consider how Floreo could support your learners on their journey—from virtual practice to real-world success!

Fun new resource

One of our fantastic customers recently inspired us with a great idea—bingo cards to complement our new Teen Talk: Social Squares lesson! We loved it! These interactive bingo cards make practicing social cues even more engaging, reinforcing the lesson in a fun and relatable way. Whether used during or after playing Floreo, they help learners build social awareness in a playful format. Want the full set for your home, practice, or classroom?

Download the bingo cards

Upcoming Events

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Let us know if you are attending an upcoming event. We would love to connect with you!

ATIA in Orlando, FL January 30 - February 1
CalABA in Pasadena, CA February 28 - March 1
CEC 2025 Convention & Expo in Baltimore, MD March 12-15
Autism Investor Summit in Beverly Hills, CA April 7- 9
CASP in San Francisco, CA May 5-6 (Booth 10)

New Partners

A warm welcome to our newest Floreo partners Presbyterian Support Upper South Island (New Zealand).

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Using Floreo in your clinic, school, or home

Floreo's Director of Applied Digital Therapy, Rita Solórzano MA, CCC-SLP, is a Speech Language Pathologist with over 30 years of experience.

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Heather

Heather is Floreo's Director of Customer Success. She makes sure that all of Floreo's customers are comfortable and confident using Floreo. Prior to working at Floreo, Heather worked at Trove (a news start-up) and eBay for Charity. Heather holds an A.B. from Dartmouth College, where she also played varsity basketball (and won an Ivy League Championship) and a M.Ed. from the University of Mary Washington. In her free time she enjoys reading, tennis, skiing, and hiking around Western North Carolina with her husband, two sons, and adorable lab mix, Pepper.