Written News Items
The Benefits of Early Enrollment and Coaching in College
by Sabrina Hiltunen Career Coordinator, CLE Monterey While the modern-day college experience is vastly different from that of the previous generation, what hasn’t changed is the vital importance of necessary supportive services and programs. The leap to adulthood and independent learning can be extremely challenging, particularly for neurodiverse students. [...]
Benefits of Apartment Living: Skipping the stressors of dorm life
While dorm life holds a romanticized appeal, we recognize that one size does not fit all when it comes to housing arrangements for neurodiverse individuals.
Student Spotlight: Zachary Rodavich
Zachary Rodavich is a dynamic force within the College Living Experience (CLE) community. Currently in his first semester at Montgomery College in Rockville, Maryland, Zachary is not just a student; he’s a visionary with a passion for public transportation and a commitment to making positive changes in his community.
Home for the Holidays: A Parent’s Playbook for CLE Homecomings
By: Amy Radochonski As we enjoy the holiday season, we want to delve into the topic that's on the minds of many parents: preparing to have your CLE student home for the holidays. CLE families receive unique coaching and training in this area we want to share with others [...]
A Parent’s Guide: 7 Key Questions to Ask on College Tours for Neurodivergent Students
Embarking on college tours can be an exhilarating experience for both parents and their aspiring college students. They’re also about ensuring the college has the right support and understanding for their student’s unique needs.
Videos
UN|HUSHED: Internet Relationships – How to Navigate Online Relationships
CLE partnered with Dr. Karen Rayne from Un|Hushed for an engaging webinar designed to support neurodiverse young adults in building safe, authentic connections online. This session explores key strategies for identifying meaningful relationships, fostering empathetic conversations, and equipping young adults with the tools to thrive in the digital landscape. [...]
Parent Perspective Webinar Video
CLE has a long-standing mission of helping young adults with autism, ADHD, and other learning differences achieve independence while pursuing a post-secondary education or their career goals. Our recent, Parent Perspective webinar, provides an inside look at how parents have witnessed their children grow through CLE’s support, sharing practical [...]
CLE Parent Perspective – Podcast
We recently got to meet with a few of our Parents as they joined a Q&A event. Kati Strong, Director of CLE Austin, joined Tom Di Cosola, our Director of CLE Denver, and took hold of some questions sent by parents who are interested in the different pathways that [...]