We’ve added a new section to Flourishing Families, which is dedicated to the transition to adulthood. You’ll find organizations, resources and groups in San Diego County that support youth and young adults on the road to independence. Discover supports for residential living, self-determination, social skills, vocational training, those who are college bound, and more.
COLLEGE AND THE ADULT TRANSITION
Able-Disabled Advocacy
Program designed to give young adults (ages 17–24) the opportunity to complete their education, connect with apprenticeships, and receive workforce training, mental health services and housing assistance.
4283 El Cajon Blvd. #110
SD, 92105
619-231-5990
www.able2work.org
Best Buddies California
Program that pairs students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in one-to-one friendships with typical peers. Planned social events provide the opportunity for adults with IDD to be involved in campus and community life.
619-790-7404
www.bestbuddies.org/california
California Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities (YLF)
Annual five-day leadership program for teens with disabilities that provides information and resources about employment, education, independence and assistive technology at CSU Sacramento.
855-894-3436
www.dor.ca.gov/home/Ylf
CIP (College Internship Program)
Full-year post-secondary programs at six colleges and universities provide young adults with Asperger’s, high- functioning Autism, ADHD, nonverbal and other learning differences with the social, academic, career and life skills necessary for success.
877-566-9247
www.cipworldwide.org
City College Disability Support Programs & Services (DSPS) Provides services and courses
to help students with disabilities reach their academic and vocational goals. The instructional component promotes equal participation in mainstream academic programs.
1313 Park Blvd. #A122
SD, 92101
619-800-2873
TTY: 619-388-3313
www.sdcity.edu/dsps
College Living Experience
Helps students with ASD and learning disabilities transition to college (applying, class registration, accommodations, organizing assignments, social skills, tutoring and communicating with professors).
Costa Mesa, CA
800-486-5058
www.experiencecle.com
Cuyamaca College Disabled Student Programs & Services (DSPS)
Facilitates inclusive and sustainable learning environments and increases opportunities for access and success for students with disabilities through innovative support services.
900 Rancho San Diego Pkwy.
One Stop Ctr. Room A-113
El Cajon, CA 92019
619-660-4239
www.cuyamaca.edu/dsps
Educational Access Center at Point Loma Nazarene University
Serves Point Loma Nazarene students with a learning, physical, medical, or psychological disability through tutoring, paper editing, assistive devices, and other accommodations
3900 Lomaland Dr.,
SD, 92106
619-849-2533
www.pointloma.edu/offices/educational-access-center
Got Transition
Website for students with disabilities and health issues, their families and healthcare providers. Provides information on issues that make college challenging. Also offers video training and materials to assist in the preparation process.
202-769-0486
www.GotTransition.org
Interwork Institute- SDSU
Promotes the integration of all individuals, including those with disabilities, into education, work, family and community life. The Institute conducts research, training and education using a variety of strategies.
6367 Alvarado Ct. #350
SD, 92120
www.interwork.sdsu.edu
Intricate Mind Institute, LLC
Cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive enhancement and social communication skills training for young adults to increase self-awareness, executive functioning skills, self-regulation, coping and interpersonal skills to successfully manage life and prepare for college.
2247 San Diego Ave. #136
SD, 92110
858-205-9809
www.intricatemindinstitute.com
Miramar College Disability Support Programs & Services Program designed to help students succeed at college by developing a Student Education Plan according to academic and vocational goals, strengths and limitations.
10440 Black Mountain Rd. #K1- 204,
SD, 92126
619-388-7312
TTY: 619-388-7301
www.sdmiramar.edu/services/dsps
Palomar Community College District Disability Resource Center
Facilitates services for students with disabilities and creates an encouraging environment enabling them to participate in regular college curriculum.
1140 W Mission Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
760-744-1150 x2375
TTY: 760-736-4618
www.palomar.edu/pages/drc
Pride Industries Partnerships with Industry
Provides adults with disabilities who are ready, willing and able to work, the opportunity to find employment and independence through job placement and training under the supervision of PWI job coaches.
7540 Metropolitan Dr. #105
SD, 92108-4416
800-550-6005
www.prideindustries.com/partnerships-with-industry
Project College
A week-long, on-campus living experience at a college campus
to increase skills in self advocacy, dorm room living, safety, health and wellness away from home, and social skills for college students.
858-565-9870
www.optionsforall.org/project-college
San Diego Community College District Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) (City, Mesa, Miramar, Continuing Education)
http://dsps.sdccd.edu
San Diego Mesa College Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS)
Programs for students with learning and physical disabilities.
7250 Mesa College Dr. #I4-405 4th Floor,
SD, 92111
619-388-2780
www.sdmesa.edu/dsps
Student Ability Success Center SDSU
Eligibility services, assistive tech, tutors, note takers, test accommodations and more to keep SDSU students on track for success.
Calpulli Center
5694 Hardy Ave. #3101
SD, 92115
619-594-6473
newscenter.sdsu.edu/student_affairs/sds/
TERI Kilmer College
TERI understands the social and emotional needs of individuals with developmental disabilities in the transition stage. TERI has a model for learning that supports any age and learning style and meets the needs of students while maintaining individual supports to help them reach their goals.
251 Airport Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92058
760-721-1706
www.teriinc.org/programs/kilmer-college
Think College
National organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education for people with intellectual disabilities. Supports evidence-based and student centered research by sharing knowledge, guiding change, informing public policy, and providing an exceptional find-a-college tool.
www.thinkcollege.net
Transition Therapy
Specialists analyze the workplace and the individual to make recommendations on job placement and transition programs and consult on the IEP. They also determine what adaptations will make the workplace sensory-friendly.
5703 Oberlin Dr. #207
SD, 92121
www.transitiontherapy.org
Yo! Youth Organizing! Disabled and Proud
Online resource designed to help teens promote independence and self-advocacy through resources, leadership development opportunities, and community connections.
866-296-9753
800-900-0706 TDD
www.yodisabledproud.org
INDEPENDENT LIVING
ADA Ride
Paratransit for special needs.
100 16th St., SD, 92101
877-232-7433
www.adaride.com
Adjoin Catalysts
Provides vocational counseling, job placement, community-living skills training, residential support, in-home respite care and crisis intervention to individuals with disabilities.
9444 Farnham St. #210
SD, 92123
858-292-2020
www.adjoin.org/our-work/catalysts
A Better Life Together, Inc.
Provides individualized, customized supports and services with functional and meaningful activities relevant
to a person’s age, preferences, and culture in natural environments. Offers day program services, independent living services and 1:1 supported living services either in the client’s home or in the community.
8825 Aero Dr. #215
SD, 92123
619-741-1548
www.abetterlifetogether.org
The Arc of San Diego
Offers day training, tailored day, residential and independent living services for adults while balancing life skills, recreation and meaningful work.
619-685-1175
www.arc-sd.com
Canine Companions for Independence
Provides service dogs to adults, children and veterans with disabilities and facility dogs to professionals working in healthcare, criminal justice and educational settings.
Oceanside, CA
800-572-BARK (2275)
760-901-4300
www.cci.org
Community Interface Services
Helps individuals become integrated in the community and be self- sufficient. Services such as money management, meal planning/ preparation, shopping, and accessing community resources are provided.
2621 Roosevelt St.
Carlsbad, CA 92008
760-729-3866
www.communityinterfaceservices.org
Living Independently is for Everyone
Assessment and day program for teens and adults with disabilities who want to be more involved in their community or enter the workforce. Services include independent living skills, hygiene, job readiness training and social skills training.
9628 Campo Rd. #1
Spring Valley, CA 91977
619-390-1800
www.lifeindependently.org
Options for All
Nonprofit that educates and empowers low-income adults with developmental disabilities with supported employment, tailored day independent living and community engagement services.
5050 Murphy Canyon Rd. #220
SD, 92123
858-565-9870
www.optionsforall.org
Pride Industries Partnerships with Industry
Provides adults with a developmental or other disability the chance to pursue independence.
7540 Metropolitan Dr. #105
SD, 92108-4416
800-550-6005
www.prideindustries.com
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI)
Independent Living provides one-on-one support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) living in their own home either independently or with family. Supported Living assists adults with IDD to live independently or with paid support.
4740 Murphy Canyon Rd. #300
SD, 92123
800-877-5452
www.tmi-inc.org
Villa de Vida, Inc.
Online and in-person social and recreational clubs, critical thinking activities and fun classes through the City of Poway for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Weekly newsletters.
12939 Pomerado Rd.
Poway, CA 92064
858-935-8811
www.villadevida.org
Xcite Steps
Designed for individuals who live on their own but need assistance balancing home, work and life responsibilities through the use of personalized coaches.
www.excitesteps.com
RESIDENTIAL AND SUPPORTED LIVING
California MENTOR
Family Home Agency program partners with the state and nurturing caregivers in the community to give individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities the services and support they need, in a place they can truly call home. Caring host families/individuals encouraged to apply.
858-694-0120
www.ca-mentor.com
Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) San Diego County
Administers rental assistance programs and publicly-owned rental housing units that provide safe and affordable housing options for low-income families and families with special needs.
858-694-3900
www.sandiegocounty.gov/sdhcd
Home of Guiding Hands
Residential program for people with disabilities provides over 30 living environments with varying levels of support and training and 24/7 care and supervision so residents are able to live, work and play in their community
1908 Friendship Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92020
619-938-2850
www.guidinghands.org/programs-services/residential-homes/
Noah Homes
Residential model that provides independence and high-quality services to people with similar wants and needs through shared- cost operations and infrastructure. Individual experiences for each resident, including work opportunities with community partners that ensure people with developmental disabilities are fully supported.
12526 Campo Rd.
Spring Valley, CA 91978
619-660-6200
www.noahhomes.org
Promising Futures, Inc.
Residential and day facility for the developmentally disabled.
109 E Lexington Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92020
619-592-4850
www.promisingfutures.net
Residential Homes-The Arc of San Diego
Living facilities with professionally trained staff to help residents learn new skills and participate in day- to-day activities including cooking, money management, house cleaning, self-care, laundry, shopping, and other community activities. Facilities enlist the help of 24/7 on call nursing, doctors and therapists.
619-685-1175
www.arc-sd.com/residential-living-services
TERI Campus of Life Day and Residential Programs
Day programs and residential living choices for teens and adults. Placement is based on age, diagnosis and ability. Life coaching, spiritual enhancement, personal improvement, nutrition and fitness and recreation are addressed for a meaningful and independent life experience.
251 Airport Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92058
760-721-1706
www.teriinc.org
TLC Supported Living Services
Founded and run by the parents of a disabled adult, this program assists individuals in their chosen residence with cooking, cleaning, finances, personal care, medical appointments and navigating their community.
858-722-3389
www.tlcsupportedlivingservices.com
SELF-DETERMINATION EDUCATION/SUPPORT
Amanda St. Claire
Artist, educator, and expressive art coach helps adults with their self- determination program.
4186 Sorrento Valley Blvd. #H
SD, 92121
858-699-2888
www.amandasaintclaire.com
Community Interface Services (CIS) Self Determination Financial Management Services Provides education and financial planning so clients have control over budget, support and services.
Carlsbad and San Diego
888-676-3786
www.communityinterfaceservices.org
Empower Person Centered Plans
Sandra McElwee, independent facilitator, helps individuals and families form a person-centered plan as part of their Self-Determination Program through pre-planning assessment, plan gathering, the creation of a written action report, revisions and IPP meeting support.
949-433-1702
www.empowerpcp.com
Person Centered/Driven Planning at The Institute for Effective Education (TIEE)
Sheryl Bobroff, M.S., LPCC, CRC and Director of Vocational and Adult Services, has over 20 years experience providing services to individuals with disabilities and their families. Her team works with all ages to develop meaningful Person- Centered/Driven Plans utilizing a strengths-based approach, in addition to effective action plans and spending plans.
2255 Camino del Rio S.
SD, 92108
619-243-1747
www.tiee.org
Plant It Again
Offers a SDRC-vendored program allowing adults in a self- determination program to learn art and craft exploration projects, budgeting and best business practices to start their own microbusiness. Storefront sells their wares.
8855 Balboa Ave., Ste. A
SD, 92123
858-276-7314
www.plantitagain.org
Self-Determination Supports – ABLT, Inc.
Through person-centered planning, supports individuals in creating a sound financial plan and mentors them to become self-sufficient in life and work, including micro- business plans. Black-owned multicultural agency provides support to individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
8825 Aero Dr. #215
SD, 92123
619-741-1548
www.abetterlifetogether.org
TERI Campus of Life Day and Residential Programs
Day programs and residential living choices for teens and adults. Placement is based on age, diagnosis and ability. Life coaching, spiritual enhancement, personal improvement, nutrition and fitness and recreation are addressed for a meaningful and independent life experience.
251 Airport Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92058
760-721-1706
www.teriinc.org
TLC Supported Living Services
Founded and run by the parents of a disabled adult, this program assists individuals in their chosen residence with cooking, cleaning, finances, personal care, medical appointments and navigating their community.
858-722-3389
www.tlcsupportedlivingservices.com
SOCIAL SKILLS GROUPS AND DATING
ACES, Inc.
www.acesaba.com
Brighten Learning
Engaging, educational software for children and young adults with social learning challenges, designed to teach users how to think about and manage social situations.
Encinitas, CA 92024
877-360-0155
www.brightenlearning.com
Club Beacons
Fun, themed social skills group for ages 16-20 with ID/DD.
6150 Yarrow Dr. #E
Carlsbad, CA 92011
760-448-6230
www.beaconsnorthcounty.com
Community Interface Services
Nonprofit organization employing Social Support Coordinators to work on individualized plans, focus on consumer interests, help navigate barriers, promote a better quality
of life and increase access to recreational opportunities.
2621 Roosevelt St.
Carlsbad, CA 92008
888-676-3786
www.communityinterfaceservices.org
Enlightened Adventures
Offers six-week social groups for students ages 15–22 with developmental delay; creates connections for young adults with disabilities.
619-786-5616
www.ErikaJunge.com
PACT (Positive Action Community Theatre)
(See listing under Recreation)
PEERS Dating Bootcamp Telehealth
Helps neurodiverse young adults navigate life through engagement, education and real-world experience. www.transitiontherapy.org
San Diego Individual Therapy
Robyn Coughlin, LCSW, provides individual therapy, PEERS Adult Friendship Skills and Tween Girls Friendship Skills training programs.
8690 Aero Dr. #115-219
SD, 92123
619-997-5310
www.sandiegomoodtherapy.com
The SHODA (Social Hub of Diverse Adults)
Provides the opportunity for local, meaningful relationship connections in a protected environment. www.facebook.com/The-SHODA-105722925240645
SLP Social
Provides research-supported social skills training for teens and young adults with social challenges.
619-363-7080
www.slpsocial.com
Social Communication Specialists
Following Social Thinking curriculum, helps socially quirky kids, teens
and young adults communicate, relate and connect, follow timelines, determine the intent of others, and manage emotions.
5703 Oberlin Dr. #207
SD, 92121
858-558-9552
socialcommunicationspecialists .com
Social Thinking
Michelle Garcia Winner’s program that teaches students with Autism and social deficits how to recognize and respond to social cues. Blog, online resources and books available.
www.socialthinking.com
VOCATIONAL TRAINING/ EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS
ACES, Inc.
(See listing under Education)
Adjoin Catalysts
Provides vocational counseling, job placement, community-living skills training, residential support, in-home respite care and crisis intervention to individuals with disabilities.
3750 Convoy St. #306
SD, 92111 858-292-2020
www.adjoin.org
The Arc of San Diego
Offers four vocational options from one of the most comprehensive programs in San Diego County with skills training, coaching and transportation supports. Includes individual employment with 1:1 job coaching, employment in a group setting where the job may change day to day, employment in small crews that work at service jobs within the community, and direct placement.
619-685-1175
www.arc-sd.com
A Reason to Survive (ARTS)
(See listing under Music and Art Therapy)
Beacons North County
Postsecondary job seekers interested in employment or paid internship can improve skills through our innovative vocational workshops. Low ratio (10:3), outcome-driven curriculum, progress monitoring, and assistive technology help build employment pathways and skills. Funded by the SDRC for eligible consumers.
6150 Yarrow Dr. #E
Carlsbad, CA 92011
760-448-6230
www.beaconsnorthcounty.com
Community Interface Services
Nonprofit provides vocational training, job placement and coaching.
San Diego and Carlsbad
888-676-3786;
760-729-3866
www.communityinterfaceservices.org
Department of Rehabilitation
Works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy for competitive employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.
7575 Metropolitan Dr. #107
SD, 92108
619-767-2100
www.dor.ca.gov
D’Vine Path
Comprehensive program for adults with Autism, developmental delays and/or learning disabilities providing vocational and life skills training in agriculture, hospitality and the arts.
1374 S Mission Rd. #415
Fallbrook, CA 92028
949-233-6515
www.dvinepath.org
Fred Finch Specialized Learning Center
(See listing under Education)
Living Independently Is for Everyone
(See listing under Independent Living)
Options for All
(See listing under Independent Living)
Partnerships With Industry
(See listing under College and the Adult Transition)
Revision Creative Workspace
Nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide inclusive access to art, culture, social practice and environmental education through the framework of creative workspace. Builds artistic vocational skills for micro-business creation.
3609 Fourth Ave.
SD, 92103
www.revisionsandiego.com
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI)
Employment options for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including integrated work, supported employment and tailored day services. Assists clients with finding employment and helps them integrate into the community by working or volunteering at local businesses.
4740 Murphy Canyon Rd. #300 SD, 92123
858-467-0600
www.tmi-inc.org
Workability III: San Diego Community College District
Partnership between the SDCCD and the California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR). Program provides career counseling services to students with disabilities with the goal of obtaining and retaining employment.
3375 Camino del Rio S. #275
SD, 92108
619-388-6984
www.sdccd.edu/about/departments-and-offices/student-services-department/dsps/workability/index.aspx
Xcite Steps Adults
Helps individuals connect with employers who value their unique strengths. Provides personalized vocational assessment and job development training for transitioning teens, as well as Independent Living and Tailored Day Services.
858-428-0222
www.xcitesteps.com/disability-services/adult-disability-services
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