NONPAREIL INSTITUTE
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November 24, 2012
We were looking at very few options for our daughter with autism once she graduated from high school. In fact, the options that were shown to us basically set her future as a minimum wage earner with little chance of growth. We knew she was very talented with art and computers but the local grocery store (which was one of the options) just doesn't offer a program that utilizes those talents and the college's had no way of dealing with a person with autism. The future did not look bright until we discovered nonPareil Institute. The fit for our daughter is unbelievable, she has already completed one phase of training and has entered her art training which is what she wants to do. I truly believe the skills she will obtain will enable her to compete with anyone in the app development space. The staff is amazing, from the CEO to the volunteers, everyone at nonPareil has a genuine love for what they are doing and who they are serving. Thanks to God for blessing our lives with this incredible company.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
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2012
November 24, 2012
Non Pareil is an incredible institute that gives Autistim Spectrum and Aspergers Syndrome adults an opportunity to learn in the field of technology to help them become more independent. It gives them an environment that sets them up to be more productive in a setting that understands their spectrum. My son is 28 with high functioning autism. We have toured NP and are on the waitlist at present. We are looking forward to the opportunity that awaits for Justin to attend. We are so impressed at the progress these students have made!
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Life-changing
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Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 24, 2012
My son, Daniel, is nearly 21 years old. He was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Daniel is smart, but his talents can't be realized in real-world work situations. NonPareil provides an opportunity for Daniel to be productive part of society and to learn new skills. Daniel is on the waiting list at nonPareil and he and his parents are very excited about this opportunity. NonPareil needs your support to reach more people on the autism spectrum. Please donate your time or money to increase the impact of nonPareil on the growing number of adults on the autism spectrum!
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2012
October 25, 2012
"Thank you for changing my life." Those are the words of my son to the founders of nonPareil Institute. nonPareil truly changes lives. Up to 90% of adults with autism are unemployed or underemployed, with no hope for a fulfilling life. nonPareil works with these adults in their sweet spot, technology. They become valued members of teams where they can contribute to software projects as well as help one another. A great organization that is making a true difference in this world. I'm passionate enough to be a full-time volunteer. I believe in this cause.
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Life-changing
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2012
October 25, 2012
My son was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at age 23 after failing college, finishing an EET associates degree,getting a fine job and being asked to leave after the training period ended. He was never told why he was asked to resign. He then spent three years in his room, coming out to eat, shop and perhaps see friends once or twice a year. He lived on the computer. Through the help of a counselor we discovered nonPareil. He was accepted one year ago. His life has completely changed. He has moved to Texas. After 6 months he took over his own finances, paying the bills. Within four months of his starting he became a student-instructor. He is now renting a house with a fellow student, looking forward to a lifetime career, instructing three different courses, and has friends and a social life that was unimaginable just one year ago. The staff at nonPareil have made a new man out of him and there are no words to adequately explain our joy at his new, productive life; and for his happiness.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
August 29, 2012
After high school, our daughter who is affected by Asperger's on the Autism Spectrum, had an almost free fall with respect to schooling and employment. Although we sought help from the State employment agency, overall she was set up with a series of jobs far beneath her capabilities, and inappropriate for her bright mind. Finally we were fortunate enough to find nonPareil Institute. Since her enrollment in the training program, our daughter has learned to use Hammer software to build maps for computer game and apps, and expects to go on for further training in various aspects of video game and computer application construction. The environment is a near perfect lab for adults affected by ASD including personal training, Kabals with the production team, and social opportunities that foster respectful interaction with others on the ASD spectrum as well as with Neurotypical individuals. Instructors may include graduates of the program who are on the ASD spectrum, and computer software engineers from the SMU graduate program or from industry backgrounds. Our experience at nonPareil exceeds our hopes and expectations. We are committed to ensuring our daughter and others on the ASD spectrum are able to train and work there..
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Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
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