Turning Pointe Autism Foundation

As we reflect on the past year, we're grateful for supporters like you who have made a significant difference in the lives of individuals with autism. Adel's story is just one example of the many lives you've touched. Your generous donation provided essential services, supports innovative programs, and creates a brighter future for individuals with autism. Your partnership empowers individuals like Adel to build friendships, pursue their passions, and live fulfilling lives. Please consider making a year-end donation to continue this meaningful work. Your gift will make a difference. To donate, please visit https://buff.ly/3mGtLnK Thank you for your continued support.

Remember Adel? With your support, She continued attending our social groups. After a few fun-filled adventures, we were touched to learn she bought a fellow Hang-out participant, Maddy, a personal gift. It was a stuffed animal, Maddy's favorite. Connections like this were new for both Adel and Maddy.?? Your generosity has been instrumental in improving Adel and Maddy's lives, providing them a sense of belonging and purpose while they reach this milestone of friendship and community. We're proud to witness the connections made at the hang-outs and grateful for your continued support.

Imagine a world where adults with autism struggle to find meaningful connections—a world where social isolation is a daily reality. Adel was one of those individuals. She hoped to find friendship and understanding. With your support, Turning Pointe began adult social hang-out groups. These groups started meeting once a month for adults like Adel to connect, grow, and thrive.? Some months, they would meet at Turning Pointe for a game night and pizza. Other times, they would go for a fun outing in the community, like the Sensory Friendly Blue Man Group show.? Stay tuned for more updates on Adel's journey.

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As we reflect on the past year, we're grateful for supporters like you who have made a significant difference in the lives of individuals with autism. Billy's journey is just one example of your support's incredible impact. By donating to Turning Pointe Autism Foundation, you're helping individuals like Billy reach their full potential. Your generous donation will help us continue to provide essential services, support innovative programs, and create a brighter future for individuals with autism. Please consider making a year-end donation to support our mission. Your year-end gift will make a difference. To donate today, please visit https://buff.ly/3mGtLnK Thank you for your support.

On this THANKFUL THURSDAY, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our supporters who believe in Turning Pointe's mission. You are making a difference in the lives of our students and families navigating the autism journey.

We're thrilled to share some exciting news! Billy achieved a major milestone: Billy accepted a job with a corporate partner! This accomplishment is a testament to Billy’s hard work and dedication. The support of his Turning Pointe team, his family, and his new team at work has been instrumental in helping him reach this point. He then decided he wanted to learn a new skill, how to Uber.? This would help him become more independent in getting himself to work.? He uses this skill to meet with his friends for social gatherings and events.?? We're so proud of Billy and grateful for your continued support of adult employment programs.

Remember Billy? With support, Billy decided to make significant strides. The Turning Pointe team helped Billy overcome some anxiety by working with him on his resume and job interview skills. Billy’s wonderful personality came through in practice interviews with corporate partners. One partner identified Billy as a perfect fit for them, and they decided to explore an employment opportunity through these practice interviews.? Our corporate partners' generosity of time in holding practice interviews can empower adults like Billy to overcome obstacles and achieve goals. Stay tuned for more updates on Billy's journey.

Meet Billy, a remarkable young man with autism who has overcome significant challenges. Before coming to one of Turning Pointe's Employment Programs, he faced obstacles in daily life that kept him from finding consistent work. He was not interested in getting a job or an interview, he was unsure what type of work he would be looking for, and he was comfortable in his family's home with their support. Billy’s family knew they could not always be there for him and they wanted Billy to find an interest, and maybe the interest would become day-to-day work. Billy embarked on a journey of growth and development. Through our Employment Programs, he gained valuable skills and confidence. Stay tuned for more updates on Billy's journey.

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