Currently there is a nominee being interviewed for her role as United States Secretary of Education that will have a huge impact on our society, not just on k-12 students. There are many issues being discussed with the nominee but the one that is of particular concern revolves around continued federal support for the Individuals […]
A wish for the new year
When Karen joined our Yes She Can job skills development program she had graduated from college but had no relevant job skills. As a young woman with an autism spectrum disorder she struggles with communication, problem-solving, being flexible and adapting to unpredictable changes. She’s highly motivated but these challenges could prevent Karen from getting or […]
Join us on Giving Tuesday
On Thursday you’ll give thanks for your blessings and fill your diner plate. On Friday you’ll fill your shopping bags with bargains. On Monday you’ll fill your online carts with great internet deals. And on Tuesday you can fill your heart and soul with good deeds. On Giving Tuesday I am asking you to give […]
“How Do I Know?”
“How do I know when you’re done talking to me?” While receiving instructions from her coach at Girl AGain, Maki, a recent college graduate, asked her coach to explain this to her. Understanding other people’s intentions is especially challenging for people with autism. But at work we need to be able to react and respond […]
Registration open for transition-to-work program
Do you know a young woman who would benefit from job skills development? Our mission Yes She Can recognizes that individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have unique challenges that hinder their participation in the workforce. Conventional internships are not sufficient to provide the teaching methods and coaching as well as the social and emotional […]
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