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...

Helpful Hints From the Trenches: What to Expect in College

• By: Patrick Hourihane
• October 1st, 2011
• academic accommodations, advice, autism and ADHD, college success, college transition, disability support services, self-advocacy, study skills, time management
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The first day of college can be a little scary just like any first day in a new school or a new grade. I would like to share with you some of my experiences and offer some helpful tips so you too can survive college and have a successful and positive experience. What was very helpful for me in...