May Institute Awarded $250,000 Grant from Kessler Foundation

A $250,000 Signature Employment Grant from the Kessler Foundation will help fund the Meaningful Jobs Initiative, a collaborative venture between May Institute, its National Autism Center (NAC), and WORK Inc., the largest employer of people with disabilities in New England.

This innovative employment program will identify, train, and support adults with ASD for potential employment in the security industry in New England. The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) will also serve as partners in this unique partnership between May Institute and WORK Inc.

Face. Voices. Lives.

Congratulations to Sokha

When Sokha’s mother contacted May Institute about her wish for her son to become a naturalized U.S. citizen, it raised questions about how Sokha would be able to do this. After all, his verbal capacity is extremely limited; he cannot speak or process complex language. The citizenship test requires passing a 20-question oral civics exam and a recitation of the Oath of Allegiance. Read more.

7/25 WORKSHOP: Communication Supports for Children with ASD

PARTNERSHIP: Curry College Dining Services Partners with May Institute to Employ Student

OUR PEOPLE: Staff POUND to Stay in Shape!

8/9 WORKSHOP: Are your Special Ed Programs Effective?

FIRST PEEK: Our May Center School in Randolph, Mass. turned on the new splash pad. See the staff try it out.

ARTICLE: How Parents Can Address the Different Needs of All of Their Children

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13th Annual New England Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Forum (PBIS).