California Autism Foundation

A Better Chance Adult Day Programs (Age 18+) ("Innovative Choices Day Program")The program's mission is to provide people with autism and other developmental disabilities the best possible opportunities for lifetime support, training and assistance to help they reach your highest potential for independence, productivity and fulfillment. (See continued information on Schedule O).

A Better Chance Supported Living ServicesABC Supported Living Services are available to adults with developmental disabilities who are actively receiving services from the Regional Center of East Bay or the Golden Gate Regional Center. The Foundation believes that people with disabilities are entitled to exercise freedom and control over their own housing and must be provided access to supports and services that allow them to live fully rounded lives within their community and ABC Supported Living Services represents the Foundation's commitment and participation in the national movement toward more mainstream living for people with developmental disabilities. (See continued information on Schedule O).

A Better Chance Industries ("ABC Industries")ABC Industries served as a program within the Foundation, offering comprehensive support, training, and employment opportunities for individuals with developmental and physical disabilities. Through the Educational and Vocational Program, participants were empowered to achieve greater independence, productivity, and personal fulfillment. Additionally, the Supported Employment Program provided job training and placement services to facilitate meaningful workforce integration.In 2023, ABC Industries was phased out, with alternative programs introduced to continue providing these essential services in place of ABC Industries:Educational and Vocational Programs - Built on a foundation of social inclusion through participation in community, the Foundation provides individualized educational, and community based social programs that are a blend of academic, cultural, recreational and environmental instruction leading to increased competencies and skills.ABC Supported EmploymentABC Supported Employment Program provides assistance to participants who are employed at various off-site businesses. The Foundation Job Coaches secure appropriate positions for individuals by assessing skills and interests; coordinating with employers to match jobs to skill sets, and providing ongoing, individualized support. As the liaison between the employer and The Foundation employee, Job Coaches facilitate any necessary accommodations and ancillary services. Utilizing a four-step process that includes (1) Assessment (2) Job Development (3) Pre-vocation Coaching (4) Job Coaching, The Foundation's comprehensive services enables individuals with disabilities to access and succeed in community employment, and opens doors to an inclusive, enriching and fulfilling life.