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- EIN 31-1724698
- (860) 693-8809
- Po Box 452 Canton CT 06019 USA
- www.focuscenterforautism.org
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Causes: Education, Special Education
Mission: Helping children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders reach their full potential by providing clinical programs, community education and family support.
Programs: The focus day treatment program is a year-round clinical day and after school program licensed by the connecticut state department of children and families that provides services for children and adolescents ages 5 to 18 with autism spectrum disorders. Focus programs offer a supportive, structured milieu that supports social learning, provides a sense of community and encourages children to form relationships. The focus fresh start school is a private school offering children with autism spectrum disorder(asd), and other related disorders, a quality educational experience that addresses both academic and clinical needs.
the focus level ii therapeutic group home is a residential program for five dcf referred adolescent males ages 14 to 21 with autism spectrum disorders and histories of trauma/abuse. The program is an intensely clinical program that addresses the social, emotional and mental health needs of each adolescent. The program incorporates life and social skills training, education and employment supports and helps prepare each resident for a more independent life beyond the program.
the focus supportive housing program is a residential program for six dhmas referred young adult males ages 18 to 25 with an autism spectrum diagnosis and histories of trauma and mental health issues. The program offers 24/7 supported apartment living and is designed to be a part of the focus continuum of care which provides training and supports to young adults seeking to live as independently as possible.