By Heather Humphrey, LMFT

June marks graduation month, a time of celebration and reflection for many young adults, especially high school graduates. It symbolizes the culmination of years of hard work, growth, and learning, filled with pride and joy. Yet, it also brings anticipation and uncertainty about the future, whether they plan to attend college, enter the workforce, or explore other paths. It’s essential to acknowledge the mixed emotions, especially for neurodivergent young adults, as they navigate this transition. Stress, fear, anxiety, joy, relief, and anticipation are all normal parts of the graduation experience.

Join us for a free, interactive concert!
Saturday, July 27, 2024 | 11 AM – 12 PM | Sherman Oaks, CA. 91401

Join The Help Group as we proudly partner with Music for Autism, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and raising public awareness through its autism-friendly, interactive concerts designed for young people with autism spectrum disorder and their families. Immerse yourself in a musical event featuring Kerry Fenster & Friends. After working at a school for children with autism, Kerry wrote and recorded the children’s album Songs About Us to promote social skills. Since its release, the album has won numerous awards, received national attention, and been reviewed in Billboard and The Huffington Post. Admission is FREE for Help Group families and the community. RSVP required. 

Summer of fun starts now!
Only a few spots left!
June 10 – July 3, August 5 – 9 | 9 am – 2 pm

Kids Like Me’s Summer Camps are here! These camps are a safe and enriching environment for 6-17-year-olds across the autism spectrum to engage, experience, and explore. Campers are matched to ensure an appropriate peer group for learning and fun. Siblings are welcome! We are vendored with Regional Centers and accept Self-Determination funds.  Contact your service coordinator today or visit our camps page to learn more! For Teens on The Go, we’ve added bus pick-ups for our westside residents from our Culver City Campus. 

Join Advance LA for a fun social-recreational summer program for young adults between the ages of 18-22. This program is specially designed for young adults with mild to intensive support needs who face challenges with learning, language, attention, social interaction, or sensory processing. Build confidence, practice social and essential life skills, and take steps towards independence while having fun and forging new friendships. Young adults will be matched with their peers of similar abilities and interests within three different tracks. We are vendored with Regional Centers and accept Self-Determination funds.  Contact your service coordinator today or visit Advance LA’s summer programs to learn more!