Dec 29th 11 Posted by Barbara

Saying Goodbye to Jobs4Autism

For over two years, I’ve been the voice behind Jobs4Autism. It has been an eye- and heart-opening experience.  I’ve met so many inspirational people, heard stories of desperation and courage and have felt the satisfaction of knowing I made a difference in someone’s life, if only in a small way. However, this will be my last post. Jobs4Autism.com is a nonprofit website and our supporters... read more

Oct 29th 11 Posted by Barbara

I Want to Work – an Asperger Story

Born in Brisbane, Australia in 1972, Garry Burge struggled for years before being diagnosed with Asperger’s by Dr. Tony Attwood in 1998. Now Garry has written a book about the challenges and difficulties he faced growing up, attending college and finding employment so that others can learn from his experience. I Want to Work – an Asperger Story relates Garry’s story, includes a foreword... read more

Oct 17th 11 Posted by Barbara

Jay Nolan Community Services – a California autism resource

“…with the right kinds of support and assistance – individuals with disabilities can and should pursue their hopes and dreams and live their lives to the fullest potential as active members of their communities.” In 1975 members of the Autism Society of Los Angeles established Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. (JNCS), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, providing care for... read more

Oct 4th 11 Posted by Barbara

House of Possibilities – an autism job program

House of Possibilities in Easton, Massachusetts provides support to children and adults living with developmental challenges, including autism. Their vision is “to break the barriers of what people think is possible for those with special needs.” Besides their many children’s programs, they also offer many individualized programs for adults, including a new, integrated work and... read more

Sep 14th 11 Posted by Barbara

College to Career – an Asperger’s Program

College to Career: Asperger’s Syndrome & NLD Employment Intensive is an in-depth program that guides students and graduates through the job search process. Groups are now forming in the greater Boston, Massachusetts area.  It will run for 10 consecutive Mondays from October 3 to December 5, and take place at the NESCA offices at 55 Chapel Street in Newton. Group meetings provide detailed,... read more

Sep 6th 11 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

JobTIPS website – an autism resource

I am an educator and researcher in the field of autism. We at the Do2learn.com team have developed a FREE, comprehensive job skills program called JobTIPS. There are hundreds of pages, over 180 video modeling sets, over 350 printables, and many other resources to assist individuals with ASD in determining their career interests, and finding, getting, and keeping a job. JobTIPS was funded by NIH, and... read more