LIFE Program at the Woodlands
Living: Independence For Everyone
The AIU has begun its new LIFE Program at the Woodlands to provide authentic learning experiences for students 18 to 21 years old. The LIFE program is specifically designed for students who have completed their 12th year of school, but require more preparation to assume their role as a productive adult living in a community.
To assist these young adults, the LIFE Program has been designed to immerse students into the community while focusing on employment and independent living skills. A job coach, travel trainer and transition consultant focuses on employment skills while a special education/community based instructor focuses on daily living skills. Together, the staff provides educational, social and community experiences for students that cannot be duplicated in the traditional school setting.
Each student's experiences will be unique based on their individual strengths and needs, personal preferences and interests, dreams for the future, and support systems. The student will develop self-advocacy skills and engage members of his/her support system to prepare a cohesive plan that supports the student once public education is complete.
For more information contact: Susan L. Grant at susan.grant@aiu3.net or 412-394-5966