Chapel Haven Testimonials
Chapel Haven Testimonials
Enriching Autism Education Programs in New Haven, CT
At Chapel Haven Schleifer Center, we remain dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and related challenges. For over 50 years, we have committed ourselves to empowering adults to lead independent and fulfilling lives, guided by our belief in self-determination, personal growth, and community connections.
Our dynamic REACH (Residential Education at Chapel Haven) program supports individuals with varying abilities, including autism and cerebral palsy. Through this residential program, participants receive personalized training in essential life skills, such as cooking, budgeting, and personal organization.
For individuals with Asperger syndrome, social communication challenges, or mild autism, our ASAT (Asperger Syndrome Adult Transition) program is specifically designed to address their unique needs. ASAT combines expert instruction in social communication and executive functioning with practical skill-building in areas such as employment readiness and independent living.
Explore the Latest Chapel Haven Schleifer Center Reviews
What sets Chapel Haven Schleifer Center apart is our emphasis on creating a positive and supportive environment. Our modern teaching methodologies are paired with a compassionate team of educators and specialists who are deeply invested in each individual’s success. This way, our clients are not only able to develop practical capabilities, but also the confidence to tackle new challenges.
We’ve already told you about our enriching programs, but you don’t have to take our word for it. Browse the following section to view the very latest Chapel Haven Schleifer Center reviews! Past residents and their family members can’t seem to say enough about our ever-evolving curriculum and dedicated staff members.
One of the most important referral sources for Chapel Haven is other parents and, of course, our happy adults.
Please take a moment to click on these videos so you can hear directly from current families and adults and see how Chapel Haven has helped to create a more balanced life for both the clients and the families as well.
CHSC adult Doug Montgomery said CHSC has changed his life!
“I have friends here and I’ve gained a close bond with Chapel Haven. I love the staff here at Chapel Haven. I also love the classes and recreation trips, and love participating in Special Olympics for Chapel Haven.
I like the community environment here and if I went back home, I wouldn’t have my job at Home Depot.”
Parent Shelley Hartz said she and husband Rick found, in CHSC “a program that fit our needs. It gave both Daniel and us independence.” Daniel was 19 when he started in the REACH program. Today, he lives independently in his own condo and, at age 41, has his own life.
“We are blessed to be a part of the CHSC family and to have Rosemary as his case manager for the last 19 years. She is part of our family. The love and support given to Daniel by staff is what makes CH the amazing place it is.”
Alana McNulty, a SAIL community member, chose Chapel Haven Schleifer Center 17 years ago when she started in the REACH Program.
“I felt like I was independent enough to live on my own with a roommate and I felt like I didn’t need to live with my parents anymore,” she said. Her independent lifestyle has held fast, and she can’t imagine being anywhere else. “I love being with my friends here. Chapel Haven is like family to me.”
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