Life Skills for Young Adults with Neurodoversity
Young Adults aged 18-25 with Neurodiversity
Life Skills Lab is a Nine-month program that focuses on the skills needed for
young adults with disabilities to prepare for employment, self-advocacy,
independent living, mental wellness and financial literacy.
Who is a good candidate for this program?
Young adults, ages 18- 25 that have graduated with the desire and ability to be
employed, that would also like to increase their independence within their
family home.
Life Skills Lab is for individuals with Neurodiversity such as Autism, IDD, ADHD,
Behavioral Health, Trauma or other Neurological Disorders
They will be learning alongside Non-Disabled Peers/Students from the UNCC
School of Social Work to gain skills and practice with hands on learning.
Participants must be verbal, ambulatory (able to climb stairs), fully
independent with toileting, able to accept redirection, non-violent behavior
and understand one step directions.
The goal of this program is to prepare for employment, attain skills to be an active
and contributing member of their family and community.
Life Skills Lab Program
Empowerment Goals
Employment and Daily Life Goals:
- Preparation for career development with exploration of interests
- Develop skills for food preparation, safety in the workplace and home environment
- Maintaining healthy living and prevention of diseases.
- Appropriate work behavior and social interactions in the workplace
- Develop independent living skills within a Family Home
- Learn financial literacy, banking and budgeting
- Communication skills to self-advocate for appropriate accommodations and needs
- Hands on learning for retail, grocery and food service employment
- Resume Building and Job Interview Practice
Wellness Goals:
- Mental Wellness and Brain Health
- Physical Health (Nutrition, Sleep and Movement)
- Social Health (Relationships and Etiquette)
- Spiritual Wellness (Christian based)
Life Skills Lab 2026-2027 Information
Program runs Wednesday & Friday’s 10am-3pm October-May
Applications for 2026-2027 are now open
Cost of program
$2,500 for the Year for 2 days per week (10 payments of $250.00)
or
$1,250 for the Year for 1 day per week (10 payments of $150.00)
Steps to Apply:
#1 Online applications for the Fall of 2026 CLICK HERE TO APPLY
#2 Participants and parent/caregiver must attend a virtual interview during August. Once we receive your application, we will email you the schedule for interview times and you can sign up.
Returning Participants do not require an interview.
Location is at St. James Lutheran Church on the 3rd floor (must be able to climb stairs)