The Illinois Center For Autism

Client and family support- this program offers a wide array of services designed to assist families in the care of their family member with autism. Monthly support group meetings are held at the center. This program provided 7,371 hours of direct service during the past year.

Supported employment-the purpose of the supported employment program is to facilitate and address the needs of a growing population of adults with autism. A wide continuum of services is offered beginning with the vocational training of young adults as they transition from a school environment to desired post-school activities. Other services include facilitation of independent living skills, transportation training and recreational and leisure activities. Our support program provides communication skills support, social skills training, and supportive employment services. Some of the individuals work at businesses in the community and receive assistance from job coaches on-site. This program provided 45,346 hours of service during the year.