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Challenge Accepted

As a kid, I always had a difficult time with challenges even before I was diagnosed with autism. Challenges are all over the place and can come in various forms, from big to small. As an autistic person, while change has gotten easier over time, it is still something...

You Don’t Look Autistic

After someone would hear of my diagnosis, they tended to remark, “You don’t look autistic.” If someone was to ask me, this sounds like one of those dismissive phrases. I never figured out how I’m supposed to appear to someone that says that. Our bodies aren’t going to...

Residential Experience

I’ve changed a lot since I first started as a resident at CA Adult Programs. I moved in on Father’s Day. My dad and brother helped me settle into this new idea of living independently. They made sure I had everything I needed to support me for the years to come...

Coping with autism as an adult

I want to tell you the social and job challenges I had and how I evolved in coping with autism as an adult. If I can do this, so can you. About 6 years, ago, I finally decided to get tested for a possible learning disability by a psychologist. I knew something was...

Adult Programs Open House

CA Adult Programs Open House Attend the CA Adult Programs Open House July Event. Many adults with autism spectrum disorder and related needs want to move out of their parents’ home but don’t know where to begin. Their parents are equally anxious for them to be...