Posted on 10/29/18 in Transition to Adulthood
by Milestones
Knowing the best time to prepare your child or young adult for the world beyond high school is tough. However, it is my hope that by implementing the three strategies outlined below, you and your... read more
Posted on 10/29/18 in Transition to Adulthood
by Milestones
College can be a major part of adult life for some people on the autism spectrum, I know it was for me. At college, you have a lot more freedom to make choices that can... read more
Posted on 08/30/18 in Transition to Adulthood
by Milestones
Wandering and elopement behaviors can pose unique safety risks for children and adults on the autism spectrum. Luckily, there are many accessible tools to help keep these individuals safe. Below, Milestones Program Director Beth Thompson... read more
Posted on 08/28/18 in Transition to Adulthood
by Milestones
Driving is a huge factor of every-day life: we drive to shop, to get to work or school, to visit loved ones, and to access healthcare, among many other things. Now imagine if you were... read more
Posted on 08/24/18 in Transition to Adulthood
by Milestones
Recent studies indicate that adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have significantly higher risk of developing a substance use diagnosis (SUD) than the general population (Butwicka, et al, 2017). With its sensory complications, social deficits,... read more