By Dan McManmon | Via OARacle Newsletter
In this article featured in the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) newsletter, Dan McManmon, President of the College Internship Program (CIP), explains the challenges of transitioning to independent living for individuals and their families.
Concerns about managing daily tasks, social interactions, and career paths are common, but this journey also offers opportunities to build confidence, self-reliance, and self-advocacy. With the right strategies, success is within reach. Key focus areas include executive skills, social communication, and household living skills.
By developing these abilities, individuals can embrace autonomy and thrive in their new environments.