Causes: Education, Special Education

Mission: To improve the lives of children and adults with autism and their families by providing a range of community-based services to meet specific needs throughout the lifespan.

Target demographics: Children and adults with autism, and their families.

Programs: Eden autism services, inc. Is an approved private school for the disabled in new jersey serving children with autism from ages 3 through 21.Eden autism services provides education in areas of speech and language, adaptive physical education, academics, social skills, prevocational and employment training. Wraparound services are provided to families in the form of respite care, home program and counseling. The school currently serves 60 kids for outreach therapy and 73 students full time. The school is currently accredited by the national commission for the accreditation of special education services (ncases), and is approved by the new jersey department of education. Positive outcomes are individual for our severely impaired students, with a goal of reducing maladaptive behaviors while following their individual education plans.

eden autism services' adult residential program offers 24-hour support and training for adults with autism. Operating both supported apartment and group living environments, the program focuses on the continued growth and independence of each individual it serves. Eden currently serves 83 participants through its residential program.

eden autism services' adult employment program provides employment training and job placement services for adults with autism. The program currently serves 116 participants through a wide range of employment opportunities, including secure, center-based work, supported community job placements, and competitive employment.