The Creation of a Model Independent Living Program: The POINT Program of White Plains, NY

• By: Ellen Forrest
• July 1st, 2013
• community integration, disability services, employment, family advocacy, independent living, supported housing, transition to adulthood, vocational support
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One of the most perilous times in the lives of young adults on the spectrum is the transition from the stability and structure of school to lives away from their parents’ homes - lives with as much independence as possible. I know this road well because I am the mother of a young man with an...

Affordable Housing Advocacy: An Approach to Success

• By: Mary K. Meyer, BA ASPEN - NJ Adult Issues North Chapter
• July 1st, 2013
• adults, affordable housing, community integration, disability support services, housing advocacy, independent living, public policy, transition to adulthood
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The question that keeps ASD parents awake at night: “Where will he/she live when I am no longer able to provide a home?” Questions and emotions swirl around whenever housing is the topic of any discussion: “It’s scary.” “It’s complicated.” “There are so many factors to...