Transitional Services (15-21 years)

It’s never too soon to start thinking about the future. Whether your child is college-bound, entering the workforce or not sure what is next, the Kinney Center has a program to meet their transitional needs.

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Social and Life Skills

During these weekly sessions, we focus on building and generalizing social and life skills. Each week follows a different theme, from personal finance to perspective taking, we aim to cover a broad range of real-life scenarios. Additionally, time is set aside to focus on an individualized set of personal goals chosen by you and/or your support team. Participants also benefit from practicing essential work readiness skills in a structured, supported environment. This program aims to encourage each other to meet new peers, build confidence in social settings, and enhance independence.

Transitional Social Skills
Tuesdays | 6-8 PM | Ages 15-21
January 27-April 7
Early Bird Price: $400 (Early Bird Pricing ends on December 19)

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Day Services

High school students who are vocationally bound can spend part, or all of their day at the Kinney Center discovering their passions, and developing the skills and experience needed to hold independent employment.

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College Bound Retreat

There is a lot to consider when choosing a college, and even more to learn when transitioning onto a campus. The Kinney Center’s College Bound Retreat prepares high school students for what they can expect while providing the opportunity to experience a college campus first hand.

Research demonstrates that job activities that encourage independence reduce autism symptoms and increase daily living skills.

We can help you defy the odds!

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More than half of young adults with autism remain unemployed.

58%

Only 58 percent had ever worked during their early 20s.

36%

Only 36 percent of youth with ASD had ever participated in postsecondary education or training of any kind.

19%

Less than 1 in 5 (19 percent) had ever lived independently.

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