Brewing Community with A Neurodiversity-Affirming Model for Transition-Age Youth

Join Jayson Davies as he sits down with occupational therapists and co-founders of B3 Coffee, Jacqueline and Greg Boheler, to explore their unique, neurodiversity-affirming non-profit. They share how they've built a multi-faceted organization that includes a transitional employment model and a robust community program to support young adults with disabilities beyond high school. This episode provides invaluable insight into how school-based OTs can support transition-age youth by focusing on foundational skills and connecting families with crucial adult services. You will also get a look at B3 Coffee's exciting plans to launch a replicable "clubhouse" model for the IDD community. Listen now to be inspired to facilitate meaningful change for your students and your community!

Listen now to learn the following objectives:

• Learners will identify why a "cliff" occurs and recognize the urgency of addressing it by connecting students and families with crucial adult resources and advocating for a focus on lifelong skills.

• Listeners will understand the significant gap in services and support that many young adults with disabilities experience after graduating high school.

• Listeners will grasp the occupational therapist's vital role in helping students develop a comprehensive, occupation-based transition portfolio. 

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