NEXT

Mission

Providing focused, impactful, supports for individuals with autism or learning differences.

Services Provided

Launch

Launch is designed for teens and young adults, age 16-25, who are interested in taking the next step toward their future. This program offers a combination of one-on-one coaching sessions and group classes to identify and work toward an individual’s goals.

Through Launch, individuals will enhance their interpersonal and self-management skills in order to achieve goals in the areas of relationship development, education, employment, and independent living.

Connect

Connect guides adults, ages 25 and up, as they maximize their independence and plan for the future. For individuals interested in moving out on their own in the near future, or who already live on their own, the program can provide support. A variety of community and one-on-one supports are offered, including apartment searching, finding a roommate, and budgeting. Additionally, opportunities are provided to connect with and build meaningful relationships in the community.

Social Opportunities

Next offers various social events that provide an opportunity to network with other adults looking to find a friend, a roommate, an apartment, or to just start thinking about the future.

How Many People Reached

In NEXT's programs and social opportunities, it supports more than 300 individuals each year.

How Donations Are Used

Donations are used to support our programs in various ways including supplies, infrastructure and program fees.

Project Spotlight

Launch  is private pay and now 100% virtual so anyone can access the program regardless of where they live.