Moving-Forward Towards Independence

A True Community Experience

Moving Forward Towards Independence is a residential program offering transitional and independent living support to post-secondary adults with developmental, learning and autism spectrum disabilities.

Moving Forward Offers Unique Advantages:

• Graduated support levels
• Community life to support the growth of the whole person
• A lifelong community
• A safe, small town location in beautiful Napa Valley

Individualized Resident Case Plan customized to include the entire spectrum of the residents' needs. This plan is developed with the input of the resident and his/her parents and implemented with the support of the resident's assigned case manager on a daily basis. Progress is monitored in regularly scheduled reviews.

Structured Classes:

• Social and interpersonal skills
• Health education and fitness
• Safety and disaster preparedness
• Job readiness and workplace behavior
• Art, drama, horticulture and music

• Cooked and served by residents in their own homes
• Monthly group birthday celebrations
• Weekly structured recreational group outings to parks, museums, plays and sporting events

• Full-time Job Specialist assists in finding jobs, practicing interviewing skills, resume development
• 24-hour, 365-day Emergency Response and Crisis Management Service manned by trained staff
• Integration with Outside Community Activities
• Active Parents' Association provides opportunities for parents to network and suggest program enhancements.