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THE DIFFERENCE

What Makes Us Different

After more than 20 years in the field and working with neurodivergent individuals, ILRC has designed a program that targets the core issues that keep them from connecting with others and preventing them from establishing their desired quality of life.

These challenges are directly related to impaired social competencies and executive functioning skills, which hinders confidence and success. Therefore, our program layout encompasses four core areas that are helping our individuals succeed.

 

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APPROACH

Greater Expectations teaches the process of working that can be applied to any and all jobs.

RESEARCH

The Greater Expectations program focuses on the core issues of ASD that research has identified. Individuals are provided with research- based interventions, strategies, and supports that enable them to live their best lives.

INDIVIDUALIZED

The Greater Expectations program provides a framework for self-reflection and goal setting. Participants are then supported to achieve their goals through one-on-one instructional sessions.

RESOURCES

Program participants have the opportunity to receive additional services through the Independent Living Resource Center!

"I gained better communication skills and the experience to convey my message more effectively than before I started the program. I learned better organization and reasoning skills that have benefited my career and home life. The most challenging part was adjusting to a different style of work than I was used to. It is somewhat of a big jump from part time kennel assistant to flower shop employee. Working with other people who have the same issues I have faced in my life. It is where I meet Jacob Hampton who I call a friend. This program allowed me to attain a full time job that I enjoy and allows me to support myself. Before my current job, I was a part-time kennel assistant and a part time courtesy clerk at Dillons. I had graduated Magna Cum Ladue from Friend University, but due to certain aspects about myself I could not find a suitable job. It was through greater expectations that I was offered a job at the Maintenance Supply Company at a position I had no experience at. They gave me a trial period to see how I would do, but after a month and a half they were so impressed that they decided to fully hire me. This program gives an opportunity to those who wish to improve their life and become more self-sufficient. It may be difficult to change from a comfortable or set routine, but the rewards for opening your minds to new ideas are worth it."

- Matthew A.

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