Equipping Communities for an Aging I/DD Population: Challenges, Solutions and Advocacy

• By: Randy Horowitz, MSEd, SAS Eden II Programs
• January 5th, 2026
• aging adults, assistive technology, community inclusion, healthcare coordination, housing supports, intellectual and developmental disabilities, nutrition and wellness, Winter 2026 Issue
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As life expectancy increases, a growing number of individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are entering older adulthood. This demographic shift brings new challenges—and opportunities—for service providers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and...

Preparing School-Age Students for Post-Secondary Education

• By: Randy Horowitz, MSEd, SAS Eden II Programs
• April 6th, 2022
• independence, natural supports, planning, post-secondary education, safety, school, soft skills, Spring 2022 Issue, students, transition, young adults
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Preparing school-age students with autism for the transition into post-secondary education is perhaps as challenging for teachers as it is daunting for parents. According to a National Autism Indicators Report, “Young adults with autism have a difficult time following high school for almost any...