Nov 28th 11 Posted by Barbara

Erik’s Ranch – A Residence Opportunity for Adults with Autism

Erik’s Ranch is a living/working model which includes residence membership, employment, recreational and other social activities for young adults with autism. What sets Erik’s Ranch & Retreats apart is that they are run by the residents who live there.  They  combine home and workplace, to promote learning and personal/social growth, as well as sustainable employment. Their mission statement... 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

Aug 12th 11 Posted by Barbara

McIntosh Farmstead – Hoping to Provide Job and Life Skills for those with Autism

“I am working with a group of people starting a non profit that will train young adults with autism, job and life skills to enable them to become independent and active in all areas of community life. We are in the very early stages of the project.  We are looking to locate in McIntosh County, Georgia, right off I-95, inbetween Savannah and Jacksonville, Florida.  Our Chamber has told us that... read more

Feb 16th 10 Posted by Barbara

Small Group Home Information – Autism Job Request

“I am a mother of a 17 year old boy with autism. He will not be able to live independently, but wants all the things that a normal 17 year old boy wants (girlfriend, job, house, marriage). We live in a small town in Mississippi. I’m terrified thinking about what would happen to him when something happens to me. I am interested in trying to open a small group home with job coaching provided... read more