--- title: "Trampolines Vs Safety Nets: Transitioning to Adulthood with Crystal Hayes" description: Dr. Gwen Palafox interviews Crystal Hayes, Director, from the College Internship Program (CIP) Long Beach Center. 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CIP is a comprehensive residential transition program that empowers young adults with learning differences, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and ADHD to succeed in college, employment, and independent living.     Full Source here: [https://www.meaningfulgrowth.com/blog/the-college-internship-program](https://www.meaningfulgrowth.com/blog/the-college-internship-program) ### About College Internship Program The College Internship Program is a comprehensive transition program for young adults on the Autism Spectrum and with Learning Differences. 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