I am Kelli I am 29 years old from Long Island, NY. Growing up I was very shy and quiet and didn’t have many friends. I was also diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome / PDD at age 13. I struggled with a lot of things growing up, but I eventually got my driver’s license and also […]
Pat Rowan, an extraordinary volunteer
Pat Rowan Retires from Job Coaching, by Marjorie Madfis When I announced my plans for a job skills program at the Westchester Autism Advisory Council in the fall of 2013, Pat Rowan enthusiastically volunteered. With Pat’s first career in business and then as a social worker, she was a natural partner to work with me […]
Transition to Work – Yes She Can Fall Sessions Now Open
What does it take to be ready for work? To be able to complete the assignments your manager has assigned you, effectively and efficiently, you need to be able to ask questions, research possible solutions, make recommendations, collaborate with peers, ask for help, interact with supervisors, accept critical feedback, shift from one priority to another, […]
Transition to Employment – Summer Intensive
Get ready for the world of work Teens and young adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related social and learning disabilities have unique challenges that hinder their participation in the workforce. Conventional internships are not designed to provide the teaching methods and intensive coaching as well as the social and emotional support they need […]
Transition to Employment – Spring Program Open
Mission Yes She Can recognizes that individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related social and learning disabilities have unique challenges that hinder their participation in the workforce. Conventional internships are not sufficient to provide the teaching methods and 1-1 coaching as well as the social and emotional support they need to gain skills necessary […]
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