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09/04/2024

Week 3: Weekly CIP Center Spotlight: CIP Bloomington, IN 📚
[CIP Location Spotlight]

This week’s spotlight is on CIP Bloomington in the heart of Indiana University’s hometown! 🎓 Experience the perfect blend of college life and independence in a dynamic and supportive community.

What is CIP?
CIP (College Internship Program) offers comprehensive services for young adults with autism and learning differences, guiding them towards independence, successful college experiences, and meaningful careers.

🎓 College Options: Students can take classes at Indiana University Bloomington or Ivy Tech Community College.

💼 Employment Partners: CIP Bloomington partners with employers in education, healthcare, and retail, including Indiana University, local hospitals, and small businesses.

🌆 Things to Do: Enjoy college town life with a thriving arts scene, outdoor activities at Lake Monroe, and exploring Hoosier National Forest.

🔗 Learn More: CIP Bloomington

08/30/2024

Webinar: Listen Up! Building Neurodiversity Self-Advocacy Skills for Life and Academic Success -

Webinar attendees will learn about how to teach neurodivergent teens and young adults to become more independent and plan for their goal of living on their own.

08/28/2024

Week 2: Weekly CIP Center Spotlight: CIP Brevard, FL 🌴
[CIP Location Spotlight]

This week, we’re featuring CIP Brevard on Florida’s beautiful S**ce Coast! 🚀 With year-round sunshine and a vibrant community, this location provides students with endless opportunities for growth and exploration.

What is CIP?
CIP (College Internship Program) is dedicated to empowering young adults with autism and learning differences through individualized support in college and career readiness, social skills, and independent living.

🎓 College Options: Students can attend Eastern Florida State College or participate in programs at the University of Central Florida.

💼 Employment Partners: CIP Brevard collaborates with employers in aerospace, hospitality, and retail, including Kennedy S**ce Center, Disney, and local tech companies.

🌊 Things to Do: Explore beautiful beaches, visit the Kennedy S**ce Center, and enjoy the arts and cultural scene in downtown Melbourne.

🔗 Learn More: CIP Brevard

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08/21/2024

Week 1: Weekly CIP Center Spotlight: CIP Berkshire, MA 🌲
[CIP Location Spotlight]

This week, we’re shining a light on CIP Berkshire in Lee, Massachusetts! 🌟 Nestled in the scenic Berkshires, this campus offers a peaceful environment where students can grow academically and socially while building their independence.

What is CIP?
CIP (College Internship Program) is a comprehensive program designed to support young adults with autism and learning differences as they transition to independence. We provide personalized services to help students succeed in college, careers, and beyond.

🎓 College Options: Students can enroll in courses at nearby Berkshire Community College and Bard College at Simon’s Rock.

💼 Employment Partners: CIP Berkshire partners with local businesses in hospitality, retail, and the arts, including the Norman Rockwell Museum and the Red Lion Inn.

🌳 Things to Do: Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, skiing, and cultural experiences at Tanglewood and MASS MoCA.

🔗 Learn More: CIP Berkshire

06/15/2024

Excited to share that our team just completed a successful Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training! 🌟🙌 Another CIP Center is now up to speed with the latest person-centered and trauma-informed approaches to better meet the wants and needs of the neurodiverse young adults we serve. Proud to be fostering a safe and supportive environment for all!

06/10/2024

The importance of helping young adults with autism and ADHD build routines and healthy habits for and . Watch the full webinar here: https://bit.ly/45uxlcZ

06/08/2024

Anthony Milla, from the CIP Brevard Center, discusses developing executive skills in young adults with autism and learning differences in order to build a strong foundation for success. See the entire webinar on Independent Living here!: https://bit.ly/3yIKgLN

06/07/2024

Check out Dan McManmon's article in the OAR newsletter! 🌟 Dan, President of CIP, discusses the challenges and rewards of transitioning to independent living. Key areas: executive skills, social communication, and household living skills. Build confidence, self-reliance, and thrive!

https://bit.ly/4aQvHmS

06/06/2024

7 Executive Functioning (EF) Tips from CIP, the Autism Professionals

06/03/2024

Wondering if CIP's transition progreams are right for your family? Register here for our on-demand Experience Days: Visit CIP Virtually!

Visit a CIP program - online! For young adults on the Autism Spectrum, with High-Functioning Autism, ADHD & other Learning Differences, and their parents and the professionals who support them.

06/02/2024

🌟 Experience Transformation at CIP! 🌟

At CIP, we are dedicated to helping young adults with autism and learning differences achieve their fullest potential. But don’t just take our word for it—hear it from our incredible families!

05/31/2024

As June arrives we near the end of our 2023-2024 Program Year. "Empower YOU", our annual theme, speaks to the essence of empowering people to be stronger and more confident in controlling their lives and claiming their rights.

This theme serves as a reminder to celebrate the diverse strengths and challenges of our neurodivergent students and of the belonging that exists within CIP's community.

It emphasizes the importance of being your authentic self, accepting others as they are, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

We have something special in store for 2024... and we can't wait to share it with you soon!

05/30/2024

Shopping for a Post-Secondary Program for ASD, ADHD, or other Learning Differences? Download our guide here!

05/28/2024

🌟 To all our upcoming 2023-2024 graduates: This milestone is just the beginning of your amazing journey. As you prepare to take your next steps, whether it’s starting a new career, continuing your education, or exploring new opportunities, know that your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have paid off, and we couldn’t be more proud!

05/16/2024

Each Spring Our CIP community comes together to celebrate student successes and acknowledge the contributions of staff, families, and community members. We reflect on the journey we collaboratively venture on, and express gratitude for the pivotal role each person played in making this year a success for our students.

05/12/2024

🌷 Happy Mother's Day! 🌷
Today, we honor and celebrate the incredible mothers in our community. Your strength, compassion, and unwavering support inspire us every day. Thank you for your endless contributions and for nurturing the potential in all of us.
From all of us at CIP, we wish you a day filled with love, joy, and the appreciation you so richly deserve. 💐

05/11/2024

A parent shares their story about their daughter's transition to adulthood with CIP Bloomington. Listen to the full interview here: https://bit.ly/3JOFChL

05/11/2024

🌷 Happy Mother's Day! 🌷

Today, we honor and celebrate the incredible mothers in our community. Your strength, compassion, and unwavering support inspire us every day. Thank you for your endless contributions and for nurturing the potential in all of us.

From all of us at CIP, we wish you a day filled with love, joy, and the appreciation you so richly deserve. 💐

05/10/2024

Here is a little Friday motivation from CIP to Empower YOU!

05/08/2024

A reminder, success in college, employment and independent living for those on the autism spectrum and with ADHD is not out of reach! CIP Celebrates Our Recent Successes

Watch as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of our students at CIP! In this video, we showcase the successes of the past term in academics, careers, an...

05/03/2024

We love parent feedback! Listen to a current CIP Bloomington student’s parents share their pride related to their neurodiverse daughter’s progress. CIP Bloomington is an individualized transition to adulthood program in downtown Bloomington, Indiana for young adults with and

https://bit.ly/3QrINzM

05/02/2024

Finding the right summer program or summer camp where your neurodiverse teen "belongs" is critical. Each year, we compile key information about our participants to provide a better understanding of the social fit of our college campus-based summer programs

https://bit.ly/4bkhgrL

05/01/2024

Are you identifying an appropriate and well-fitting transition program like CIP for a young adult with Autism, ADHD, and other Learning Differences? This might help

12/26/2023

VIA Indiana Public Media - Adults with autism, learning differences find support at CIP Bloomington. ...Part of a network of five CIP locations in the country, CIP Bloomington’s Program Director Ed Roe said it serves adults aged 18-26 transition into the next phase of their life. Students receive individualized, specialized support and wraparound services.

Hundreds of students from around the U.S. have enrolled in CIP Bloomington, and it’s the only location in the Midwest.

06/29/2023

"I don’t have time to worry about who doesn’t like me … I’m too busy loving the people who love me." -Snoopy

Please join us in July for what's bound to be a GREAT performance of You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, presented by CIP Berkshire at the Spectrum Playhouse in Lee, MA!

06/23/2023

Please join us in July for what's sure to be a hit show from CIP Berkshire students and staff!

06/14/2023

Please join us as CIP Berkshire students and staff present You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown at the Spectrum Playhouse.

03/06/2023

"As an educator at Cambridge, Arday wants students to be inspired by his story and impact those who struggled in the same areas as him. He said in a statement, "My work focuses primarily on how we can open doors to more people from disadvantaged backgrounds and truly democratize higher education."

This Autistic Educator Is Now the Youngest Professor at Cambridge University

Say hello to Professor Arday! Jason Arday, who was unable to read and write until the age of 18, is now the youngest professor at Cambridge University, The Guardian reports. Born and raised in Clapham, South London, Arday was diagnosed with autism at 3 years old, using sign language until the age of...

02/17/2023

07/13/2022

There's still time to catch CIP Berkshire's production of 'She Loves Me' at the Spectrum Playhouse! TOMORROW, Thursday, July 14th at 2 PM, 20 Franklin St., Lee, MA. Admission is FREE.