Terms of Service for agemofjoyaba.com
Last Updated: July 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using agemofjoyaba.com (“the Website”), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.
2. Description of Service
agemofjoyaba.com provides information about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services for children with autism and developmental disabilities. We offer in-home and community-based ABA therapy services and educational resources to help parents understand and access appropriate treatments. This website is informational only and does not constitute medical advice or create a therapeutic relationship.
3. No Medical Advice Disclaimer
IMPORTANT: The information on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals regarding your child’s specific needs. Do not delay seeking medical advice based on information from this website.
4. Professional Services Terms
Service Agreements
Actual ABA therapy services are governed by separate service agreements, intake forms, and consent documents that establish the therapeutic relationship, treatment goals, and clinical responsibilities.
Licensing and Credentials
Our services are provided by licensed and certified professionals in accordance with Maryland state regulations and professional standards. We maintain appropriate professional liability insurance.
Emergency Situations
This website and email communications are not monitored 24/7. In case of emergency, contact 911 or your local emergency services. For crisis mental health services, contact the Maryland Crisis Hotline at 211.
5. User Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Provide accurate information about your child’s needs
- Use the website lawfully and respectfully
- Respect confidentiality of other families and clients
- Not share login credentials if accessing secure areas
- Notify us of any changes in contact information
6. Prohibited Uses
You may not use our website to:
- Share protected health information of others
- Provide false information about your child’s condition
- Attempt unauthorized access to client records or systems
- Use information for discriminatory purposes
- Violate any applicable laws or professional standards
- Engage in any harmful or disruptive activities
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
7. Confidentiality and HIPAA
Clinical services are subject to HIPAA privacy protections and professional confidentiality standards. Separate privacy notices and consent forms govern the collection and use of protected health information in therapeutic relationships.
8. Mandatory Reporting
As healthcare providers, we are required by Maryland law to report suspected child abuse, neglect, or situations where a child may be in danger. This obligation supersedes confidentiality protections.
9. Insurance and Billing
Information about insurance coverage, benefits, and billing procedures is provided for educational purposes. Coverage decisions are made by insurance providers, and we cannot guarantee benefit approvals or coverage levels.
10. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and educational materials, is owned by Age of Joy ABA or licensed for our use. Educational materials and resources are provided for personal, non-commercial use only.
11. Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which governs how we collect, use, and protect your information.
12. Disclaimers
Our website and services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that our website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or meet your specific requirements.
HEALTHCARE LIMITATION: We are not liable for treatment decisions made by other providers, delays in accessing services, or outcomes from treatments provided by other professionals. Our liability is limited to the direct services we provide under separate service agreements.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by Maryland law, Age of Joy ABA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our website or reliance on website information.
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Age of Joy ABA from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of our website or violation of these terms
- Misuse of website information
- False information provided by you
- Use of our information in making treatment decisions
15. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our website at any time, with or without cause or notice. Termination of website access does not affect ongoing therapeutic relationships governed by separate agreements.
16. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These terms are governed by Maryland state law without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved through mediation in Baltimore County, Maryland, before pursuing litigation. Maryland courts have exclusive jurisdiction.
Our services comply with:
- Maryland licensing requirements for behavior analysts
- HIPAA privacy and security regulations
- Americans with Disabilities Act requirements
- State regulations regarding autism services
17. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will provide 30 days’ notice of material changes by email or prominent website notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of modified terms.
18. Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable.
19. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at:
- Email: hello@agemofjoyaba.com
Additional Required Notices
Maryland Autism Waiver Program
We participate in Maryland’s Autism Waiver program. Information about eligibility and services is available through the Maryland Department of Health.
Non-Discrimination Notice
Age of Joy ABA provides services without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics under state and federal law.
Accessibility Statement
We are committed to making our website accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us at hello@agemofjoyaba.com and we will work to provide the information in an accessible format.