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  • About us
    • Our Mission & Vision
    • Executive Team
    • Board Members
    • Advisory Board
    • JoyDew’s History
    • Visit JoyDew
    • Contact us
  • Programs & Services
    • Day Program
    • Higher Education
    • Employment & Job Training
    • Social Activities
    • Smart Housing
    • Parent Support and Education
  • Our Core Values
    • Focus on Strengths
    • Presume Competence
    • Expressive Communication
    • Community of Friends
    • Autism Friendly Environment
  • FAQs
  • Media
    • Blog
    • Press
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7 Tips for Air Travel with an Adult with Autism

7 Tips for Air Travel with an Adult with Autism

by Karen Millican | Jan 6, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

Travel can be one of life’s greatest joys, but airports, crowds, noises, lines, delays and new environments can be particularly overwhelming for adults on the autism spectrum. With a little planning, advocacy, comfort tools, and knowledge of available supports, your...
Zones of Regulation: A Fast Way to Communicate Emotions and Prevent Meltdowns

Zones of Regulation: A Fast Way to Communicate Emotions and Prevent Meltdowns

by Karen Millican | Jan 5, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

For non-speaking adults with autism, emotional overload can build quickly and quietly. When feelings go unrecognized or misunderstood, frustration often shows up as shutdowns or meltdowns. The Zones of Regulation offers a simple, visual way to identify emotions early,...
Technology and Togetherness: Using Digital Tools to Build Real Relationships for Adults with Autism

Technology and Togetherness: Using Digital Tools to Build Real Relationships for Adults with Autism

by Karen Millican | Jan 2, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

For many parents of autistic adults, one of the deepest worries isn’t employment or independence, it’s loneliness. Friendships can be hard to form and even harder to maintain, especially when communication differences, anxiety, transportation, or sensory challenges...
The Future Workforce Gap: How Autism Can Fill What H-1B Visas Leave Behind

The Future Workforce Gap: How Autism Can Fill What H-1B Visas Leave Behind

by Karen Millican | Dec 31, 2025 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

Employers across industries are facing a widening workforce gap. As demand for skilled talent grows, traditional pipelines, including the H-1B visa program, can no longer keep pace. Processing delays, caps, and uncertainty leave critical roles unfilled....
Parents as Partners: How Families Stay Involved in Their Adult Child with Autism’s Journey

Parents as Partners: How Families Stay Involved in Their Adult Child with Autism’s Journey

by Karen Millican | Dec 31, 2025 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

As children with autism grow into adulthood, the role of parents doesn’t disappear, it evolves. The most supportive families shift from directors to partners, honoring independence while staying meaningfully involved. This partnership is built on trust, communication,...
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Ridgewood location:
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