JoyDew is a comprehensive organization that provides whole life solutions for adults with autism and their families. We operate as a hybrid model with both a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation and a benefit corporation, offering employment, housing, education, social activities, and family support services.

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Our mission is to create a whole life solution for people with autism and their families, where based on their unique strengths they learn and grow in a community of their own and achieve their dreams through a company that endures for 100 years.

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A day program for adults with autism is a structured daytime service that provides meaningful activities, skill development, and employment opportunities for adults on the autism spectrum. At JoyDew, our day program goes beyond traditional models by focusing on career development, job training, and real employment in 21st-century fields like robotics, AI annotation, cybersecurity, and multimedia production.

Unlike activity-based programs, JoyDew’s day program for adults with autism emphasizes intellectual challenge, professional growth, and earning potential. Members participate in higher education courses, receive job-specific training, work in paid positions, and develop independence in a supportive, autism-friendly environment.

Our program runs Monday through Friday, 9am to 4pm, at our Ridgewood and Livingston, NJ locations.

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We’re different because we provide a A Whole Life Solution. Our vision is to replace the brutal reality experienced by all people with autism and their families with a solution that touches every part of their life and is rooted in human rights and hope.

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JoyDew has been in full operation for 7 years and is currently profitable. We’ve demonstrated consistent success since 2020 and have grown to serve 60+ adults with autism across 2 locations.

JoyDew follows what we call “Autism 3.0” principles – we presume competence, accept identities, focus on expressive communication, build communities of friends, and use strengths-based approaches. Unlike traditional day programs or employment services, we provide integrated life solutions that address housing, employment, education, and social connections simultaneously.

We offer a complete “whole life solution” including:

• Employment training and job placement in high-tech fields (robotics, AI, cybersecurity, radiology, accessibility, big data)
• Smart housing in safe, community-focused environments
• Higher education opportunities in STEM fields
• Social activities and community building
• Family information and support services

Yes! 80% of our members are non-speaking or partially speaking. We specialize in expressive communication, and 100% of our members achieve expressive communication within 6 months of joining our program.

Our members work in high-value technology fields including robotics, radiology, accessibility technology, artificial intelligence, big data integration, and cybersecurity. We focus on matching individuals’ unique strengths to meaningful, well-paying employment opportunities.

The “21 Cliff” refers to the abrupt end of services and quality of life that occurs when individuals with autism age out of school-based services at 21. Suddenly, they face no housing options, no social life, no employment, no continuing education, and often become isolated and undervalued.

We serve adults with autism, particularly those who have aged out of school-based services (21+). Our programs are designed to address the critical gap in services that occurs after high school.

No. We work with both speaking and non-speaking individuals across multiple autism spectrums. Our strength is in developing expressive communication regardless of verbal ability.

We offer “Autism 3.0 Smart Housing” that is safe, secure, and designed specifically for our community. Unlike traditional group homes (where 84% of residents experience abuse or neglect), our housing focuses on resident engagement, choice, and independence with well-trained, well-paid staff and continuous oversight.

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Yes, absolutely. Our housing model emphasizes that residents are engaged and given choices about their living situations, activities, and daily routines.

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We offer college courses in STEM fields through remote learning with accommodations, certifications, degree programs, and support for continuous academic achievement. Our goal is to provide unlimited educational opportunities rather than the limited access typically available.

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80% of our members become employable for high-value jobs after 6-9 months of training. We provide both basic and high-level job training skills.

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We create a true community of friends. Our members participate in bowling, movies, gym activities, workshops, dance, museum visits, group activities, and shared dining experiences. 95% of our members feel accepted and seen exactly as they are for the first time in their lives.

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Our members have structured but flexible schedules that include work, social activities, gym time, workshops, and community outings. Activities run from 9 AM to 10:30 PM and include everything from work training to social dining and entertainment.

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We provide information, resources, and support to help families navigate choices and understand options. 90% of parents report feeling more knowledgeable about their choices, and 90% of families experience an increase in quality of life.

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Based on our weekly operations data and quality of life surveys:

• 90% increase in quality of life for families and members
• 95% feel accepted and seen exactly as they are for the first time
• 90% of parents feel more knowledgeable about their choices
• 80% become employable for high-value jobs after 6-9 months
• 100% achieve expressive communication within 6 months

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We currently operate in 2 locations and are expanding to 4 locations. We serve 60+ members with a team of 12 trained staff with diverse expertise.

Ridgewood location:
79 Chestnut Street, Suite 102
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201) 444-6409

Livingston location:
5 N. Regent Street, Suite 513
Livingston, NJ 07039
(908) 936-1834

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Yes, we are in an active expansion phase and planning to grow to additional locations to serve more families.

We have 2 academic partnerships for continuing online education in STEM fields, and we’re a member of the NeuroDiversity@Work Roundtable with 52 other companies. We also have multiple corporate partners and 16 employment contracts (12 completed, 4 ongoing).

We operate as a hybrid organization with both a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation in New Jersey and a Delaware-registered Benefit Corporation, ensuring accountability and proper oversight.

We operate through a hybrid business model that is 100% self-sustaining from government revenue, combined with customer revenue from our employment contracts. This ensures long-term sustainability and growth.

You can contact us directly at moish@joydew.com, or call 201-310-6215. We’d be happy to discuss how JoyDew can provide a whole life solution for your family member.

Our mission is to create solutions through a company that endures for 100 years, ensuring that the community and support we build today will be available for generations of individuals with autism and their families.