It is with a heavy heart that we announce ASD Adult Achievement Center will be winding down our operations effective immediately. Although we will not be able to accept any new registrations, we will continue to serve those participants currently in service. Our hearts are with all of our participants, their families, and our community partners who are affected by this news. This decision was made in response to multiple challenges that make our current operations unsustainable. It has been the highest honor and joy to change and transform the lives of over 500 participants with ASD within our 8-year history. We could never have done this without all of you, and your faith in our mission. We are optimistic to see what this next chapter brings, and we are confident everyone will achieve on.
In honor of Zachary Stephan
Help us continue Zak’s legacy
We would like to continue the work that was inspired by our beloved Zak, who sadly passed away on April 16, 2023.
Through donating, you will help us continue supporting and advocating for young adults with ASD to help them thrive and succeed in life.
At ASD Adult Achievement Center, we provide training and education in the areas of social skills, executive function skills, independent living skills, and job readiness skills. Our participants are adults 18 years and older with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and participate in our structured, goal-directed group classes and one-on-one coaching programs.
We offer an accepting, growth-focused, and empowering environment where our participants develop their natural strengths while learning strategies to develop in areas of improvement.
We hold a strict, no-bullying policy at our center in order to foster a safe space for our participants’ growth. Our center respects and accepts individuals who identify as neurodiverse and/or LGBTQIA+. Our staff, interns, and volunteers ensure that participants are treated as a whole person with unique beliefs, values, gifts, and abilities. Recognizing these abilities allows each individual’s personality to shine through.
Paul MoranSeptember 27, 2021.I'm currently a part of the VIPWorks program, started going a few weeks ago. Everyone I met there has been amazing, very friendly and helpful too.
Scarlett FlamesAugust 30, 2021.I’ve been taking the task masters program for seven weeks and it has helped me a lot with my daily life. I’m really happy to be here.
Elias PiccardAugust 30, 2021.I am currently in the Taskmasters program and I am learning a lot about myself and being able to share my goals and have great instructors teaching me the fundamentals and getting to where I want to be in the future.
Priya ChobeJuly 12, 2021.I can confidently say that this organization is one of the best places you can sign up with if you are an adult on the spectrum who needs help with developing any kind of area in your life, including: social skills, independent living skills, self-advocacy, job readiness skills and vocational skills, and much more! I have personally seen dozens grow from joining and participating in these programs. In addition, every single staff member—as well as the founder herself—put every fiber of their being towards helping clients and creating a safe, positive environment for everyone.
Ryan StaufferJune 23, 2021.ASD Adult Achievement Center is truly a remarkable place to work at. There, I've met a lot of people that go through similar challenges that I also face. Here, I've learned all sorts of new techniques that will help more when I'm in a workplace to improve from the struggles that I have been going through and I have made many designs of creativity in the working environment.
Bella Lavoie (MarieWalker14)January 20, 2021.Amazing. Very kind people who want to help. Wonderful atmosphere.
Jeffrey KorenturNovember 24, 2020.There are not enough superlatives to describe the amazing work that Paula, MaryAnn, and the entire staff do every day. Our son found a community, friends, life skills, and new found optimism for his future. This organization is more than worthy of your attention, inquiry, and support. Thank you to the entire team for the positive, life changing mission that you embody and share everyday!
Lori DahanNovember 24, 2020.I cannot rave enough about this organization! Kudos to Paula and all the staff for creating an incredible environment filled with warmth, kindness, and programs perfectly suited for the needs of young adults on the spectrum.
Social Skills
Our Social Skills workshops focus on timing, attention, provide support for enhancing communication, social behaviors and sensory integration.
PEERS® is a 14-week evidence-based social skills training program for ASD adults who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships. Learn more
VIPWorks is a vocational “Skills Lab” training program to include work experience in a variety of computer programs and other technology-related disciplines. Our program encompasses print and digital production skills… Learn more
Executive Function
Our Executive Function workshops help teach young adults with autism how to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and successfully juggle multiple tasks.
Task Masters is a step-by-step group coaching program designed to help ASD adults develop the necessary executive function skills needed to meet daily responsibilities. Learn more
Youth Peer Mentoring is an intensive, time-limited self-advocacy training service. This service uses “like-aged” peers to help youth learn how to self-advocate for the community, social and professional supports needed to… Learn more
Independent Life
Our Independent Living workshops encourage greater independence and personal growth by teaching community safety, handling finances, self-care, vocational skills, and more.
Launch Pad is a step-by-step life coaching program designed to launch ASD adults into greater independence. Learn more
Life Coaching looks towards the future, and setting goals, as opposed to counseling or therapy that delves into past traumas or events. Learn more
Self Advocacy is designed for ASD adults to develop the skills needed to better communicate their strengths, abilities when interviewing with potential employers or applying to trade schools, colleges. Learn more
Career Development
Our Career Development workshops assess the skills or resources a person has and can develop, and how to make a successful move into the working world to help gain independent living.
Job Placement-Here at ASD Adult Achievement Center, we have the honor and privilege of working with a population of high functioning young adults on the autism spectrum. Learn more
Career Success Shop has been designed to help you understand your skills, interests and values as you think about your future. It will help you to match your strengths to possible careers. Learn more
VIPWorks is a vocational “Skills Lab” training program to include work experience in a variety of computer programs and other technology-related disciplines. Our program encompasses print and digital production skills… Learn more
Paul MoranSeptember 27, 2021.I'm currently a part of the VIPWorks program, started going a few weeks ago. Everyone I met there has been amazing, very friendly and helpful too.Scarlett FlamesAugust 30, 2021.I’ve been taking the task masters program for seven weeks and it has helped me a lot with my daily life. I’m really happy to be here.Elias PiccardAugust 30, 2021.I am currently in the Taskmasters program and I am learning a lot about myself and being able to share my goals and have great instructors teaching me the fundamentals and getting to where I want to be in the future.Priya ChobeJuly 12, 2021.I can confidently say that this organization is one of the best places you can sign up with if you are an adult on the spectrum who needs help with developing any kind of area in your life, including: social skills, independent living skills, self-advocacy, job readiness skills and vocational skills, and much more! I have personally seen dozens grow from joining and participating in these programs. In addition, every single staff member—as well as the founder herself—put every fiber of their being towards helping clients and creating a safe, positive environment for everyone.Ryan StaufferJune 23, 2021.ASD Adult Achievement Center is truly a remarkable place to work at. There, I've met a lot of people that go through similar challenges that I also face. Here, I've learned all sorts of new techniques that will help more when I'm in a workplace to improve from the struggles that I have been going through and I have made many designs of creativity in the working environment.Bella Lavoie (MarieWalker14)January 20, 2021.Amazing. Very kind people who want to help. Wonderful atmosphere.Jeffrey KorenturNovember 24, 2020.There are not enough superlatives to describe the amazing work that Paula, MaryAnn, and the entire staff do every day. Our son found a community, friends, life skills, and new found optimism for his future. This organization is more than worthy of your attention, inquiry, and support. Thank you to the entire team for the positive, life changing mission that you embody and share everyday!Lori DahanNovember 24, 2020.I cannot rave enough about this organization! Kudos to Paula and all the staff for creating an incredible environment filled with warmth, kindness, and programs perfectly suited for the needs of young adults on the spectrum.
