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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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Autism Employment as an Economic Engine – The Data Speaks

Autism Employment as an Economic Engine – The Data Speaks

by Karen Millican | Mar 18, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

Autism employment is often framed as a charity initiative, but the numbers say it’s a missed business opportunity. Here’s what the research shows: J.P. Morgan Chase found that autistic employees were up to 48% faster and 92% more productive than their...
Autism in Women and Girls

Autism in Women and Girls

by Karen Millican | Mar 16, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

Written by Ariana Waldruff The generally accepted statistic for the rate of autism in boys vs. girls is around 4:1. However, a massive study in Sweden found that by the age of 35 the ratio is nearly 1:1. This means women and girls are being diagnosed later in life and...
Attention to Detail Isn’t a Soft Skill – It’s a Superpower

Attention to Detail Isn’t a Soft Skill – It’s a Superpower

by Karen Millican | Mar 16, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

“Attention to detail” is often listed at the bottom of job descriptions, framed as a soft skill-nice to have, but not essential. For many autistic individuals, attention to detail is a powerful cognitive strength that drives accuracy, innovation, and excellence. Many...
School Ends Soon! Come see JoyDew’s Programs for Adults with Autism at our March 31st Open House

School Ends Soon! Come see JoyDew’s Programs for Adults with Autism at our March 31st Open House

by Karen Millican | Mar 12, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

If you have a young adult on the spectrum that is graduating soon, don’t let them fall off the “21 Cliff”, when school-based supports end and young adults with autism suddenly end up stuck at home, depressed, with their exhausted parents taking care of them. They...
Private, Peaceful, and Purposeful – Why Design Details Matter for Autism Housing

Private, Peaceful, and Purposeful – Why Design Details Matter for Autism Housing

by Karen Millican | Mar 12, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism

For adults with autism, housing is more than a place to sleep. It is the foundation for independence, regulation, dignity, and growth. Thoughtful design is not a luxury, it is essential. Privacy is powerful. Many autistic adults need predictable personal space to...
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Ridgewood, NJ 07450
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