A Scaffolded Approach to Supporting Individuals with Autism in the Community

• By: Ernst VanBergeijk, PhD, MSW Krista Di Gregorio The Threshold Program at Lesley University
• March 26th, 2021
• community, employment, independence, independent living, post-secondary support, scaffolding, Spring 2021 Issue, students, support services, transition program, unemployment, vocational training, young adults
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The outcomes for young adults with ASDs are well-known and well-documented. Without intervention young adults with ASD fail to reach basic young adult milestones in terms of independent living, employment, and social and romantic relationships. “Research suggests 70% of individuals with ASD will...