When Systems Don’t Fit: Navigating Lifespan Transitions for People with Profound Autism

• By: Liz Martineau, BCBA, LABA, MBA Nashoba Learning Group
• January 5th, 2026
• adult services, behavior support, communication support, family advocacy, individualized support, profound autism, staff training, transition to adulthood, Winter 2026 Issue
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Every year, in every state, hundreds more individuals with Profound Autism age out of educational services and enter the adult services system. This process is described by many as “falling off a cliff.” Families despair of finding services that will allow their adult child to maintain their...