This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when providing education consulting, autism support services, parent coaching, assessments, and related programs (“Services”). By using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information (Parent/Guardian)

• Name, email address, phone number

• Billing and payment information

• Communication records (emails, messages, forms)

Child Information (Education & Development)

• Name, age, and grade level

• Developmental history, communication needs, learning profile

• IEPs, evaluations, assessments, reports

• Session notes and progress summaries

• Any documentation you voluntarily provide 

HOW WE USE THIS INFORMATION
We use the information collected to:

• Provide education consulting and autism support services

• Create individualized learning and communication plans

• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding services

• Maintain accurate records for service delivery

• Process payments and manage billing

• Improve and customize our Services

• Ensure safety and quality of care

We do not use or share child information for marketing purposes.

HOW WE SHARE THIS INFORMATION
We only share personal or educational information under the following conditions:

• With your written consent, when collaborating with schools, therapists, or other professionals

• When required by law, such as reporting concerns about safety or complying with subpoenas

• With service providers who assist with billing or scheduling and are bound by confidentiality

• For payment processing, when necessary to complete a transaction

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties.

HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION
We take reasonable administrative, digital, and physical measures to protect your information, including:

• Secure digital storage and encrypted devices

• Password-protected systems

• Restricted access to child records

• Safe handling of printed documents

While we work to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
We collect information about children only for the purpose of delivering educational and autism support services.
We do not collect data directly from children. All information is provided by their parent/guardian.

We comply with the principles of COPPA and FERPA where applicable.

DATA RETENTION
We keep records only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide services

• Meet legal, tax, and professional obligations

You may request deletion of non-required records at any time.

YOUR RIGHTS
Parents/guardians may:

• Request access to any personal or child records

• Request corrections or updates

• Request deletion of certain data

• Withdraw consent for sharing information

• Ask questions about how their data is used

To exercise these rights, email  sara@bloomsautismservices.com.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website or emails may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. 

UPDATE TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on our website.

CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you may contact:

Bloom Autism Services
Email: sara@bloomsautismservices.com
Phone: +1 571.329.3041
Website: www.bloomsautismservices.com