In my 20 plus years of experience I have found that every student is different and every employer is different. This question cannot be answered in one broad answer, we are all very different. In this blog entry, I will give an example of what has worked in my position as anContinue Reading
What kind of agencies are out there to connect me, and my child’s skills, to a potential employer? My name is Raeme Bosquez-Greer. I have been an Employment Specialist for the most challenging students for over 20 years. Challenging in my vocabulary means that they are harder to place inContinue Reading
As the Residential Program Director for Southwind Fields, I work with young adults who are moving out and trying to live independently for the first time. Part of living independently is learning to eat healthy and exercise. It is a challenge to convince a young adult to exercise and eatContinue Reading
Many factors play into a person’s mental health. Communication styles can even be tied into mental health. Having roommates that you must learn to communicate with on a regular basis can be a helpful treatment for depression and isolation. Having roommates can also offer the opportunity for learning valuable socialContinue Reading
With my decades of direct support with individuals who have Autism I have noticed a few commonalities with social skills modeling and maintaining positive healthy friendships. Mentorship and role models are incredibly important for adults with ASD. There are many ways that you can make sure that this invaluable resourceContinue Reading
