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!

"When Steven began coming to Autism Avenue it literally gave him hope and such joy! The two friends that he had that would come and get him and take him to do things were in college and just not really available anymore. He was extremely lonely. A man at church whose grandson had been coming told us about Autism Avenue. I felt accepted and I felt she cared. Steven looks forward to his time there every week. He never wants to miss it. He leaves smiling, happy, and confident. He has grown in his social skills, work skills, and life skills. Autism Avenue is a very important part of Steven’s life. It came at a crucial time in his life and we are extremely grateful for the program!"

- Ron and Linda