Madison House Autism Foundation Inc

Housing - the autism housing network ("ahn") is a mhaf project that brings together developers, parents, adults with autism, and others in the community dedicated to innovation. This online community contains a comprehensive database of housing options and resources including toolkits, research studies, design tips and more. Individuals who are interested in developing new housing options can meet, share ideas, combine their efforts and start building the future. Beginning in 2013, mhaf spearheaded the coalition for community choice ("ccc"), a national collaboration of individuals with disabilities, their families and friends, disability rights advocates, professionals, educators, and housing and services providers to advance the principle that community can be experienced in many residential settings. More than 150 groups across the usa have signed on to support the ccc.community initiatives consist of workshops, assistance identifying partners, and working to help local organizations and individuals' jumpstart housing projects.

Awareness/advocacy, education, and outreach - mhaf generates a national conversation around issues impacting adults with autism through original content, video, and storytelling. Mhaf creates high-quality resources and digital content to help adults on the spectrum and their families navigate complex areas including housing, education, employment, medical care, legal issues, and financial planning. This engagement enables mhaf to form meaningful connections with its supporters while empowering them with the information and tools they need to make positive strides in their lives and communities. Most notable, madison house created shareable stories, each introducing a lifespan challenge facing an individual 21+ on the autism spectrum and building a long-term national strategy to launch autism after 21 day on april 21st.