Dena Gassner is a powerhouse. Not only does she serve on the national board for The Arc US, she is also a social worker and a Ph.D. candidate at Adelphi University where she is studying Social Welfare. Her research interests…
MHAF is starting an exciting new series entitled "Autism Gurus" that features professionals who have significant experience and/or training in working with adults on the autism spectrum. This series includes, but is not limited to, doctors, dentists, lawyers, financial planners, and other professionals…
If you or a loved one has an intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD) and/or autism, it is imperative that you consider the following five realities that impact the future of available support services and housing. 1. Without access to affordable housing, people…
Tiny home skeptics are asking, “Who would ever want to live in a 350 square-foot space?” As evidenced by the 40,000 attendees of the last Tiny House Jamboree in Colorado Springs, a lot of people! I am a host home provider…
We are honored to feature the following article on accessory units by guest author, Catherine Boyle (pictured above). Boyle is the president of Autism Housing Pathways, a Massachusetts non-profit that works with families to find or create housing options for their…
This article is Part II of a series. Please see Who Moves? Part I for background discussion leading to this article. The Shared Living Guide As state developmental disability agencies are beginning to replace the terms Adult Foster Care (AFC)…
We’re grateful for the kind words and enthusiasm shared by individuals on the network. Your support means the world to us. Continue reading to see what our friends are saying about the new and improved Autism Housing Network: Some are recognizing the…
"Who Moves?" is a two-part series that discusses the differences between Shared Living and a Family Host Home/Adult Foster Care and why the distinction between these terms is important. As the Housing Director at Madison House Autism Foundation, I am…
When I give presentations or consult for emerging housing options, I often hear that individuals with I/DD want to live in a supportive and affordable neighborhood. Walking to a friend’s home, having regular opportunities for activities, being recognized as a…
It took a lot of work, but the ABLE Act was finally passed and offers a fantastic financial tool for individuals with disabilities to soon take advantage in their state. Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act allows individuals with…