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We offer coaching services and support groups for young adults, parents, and industry professionals.

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Advance LA covers a variety of topics addressing the needs of teens and young adults.

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The Advance LA Difference

At Advance LA, we offer answers to the most frequently asked questions by parents of teens and young adults with special needs, “What happens next?” and “how to avoid failure to launch syndrome?” Our personalized program provides clients with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, executive functioning difficulties and learning differences the experiences and opportunities necessary to lead a fulfilling adult life. We offer coaching services and support groups, as well as workshops and conferences for young adults, parents, and industry professionals.

Breaking Barriers

Introducing Alex, a student who attends one of The Help Group’s nine schools and has overcome attendance challenges. These days, Alex is excelling while enjoying his work at The Help Group’s resale clothing boutique, Silverlining. This video is Episode 2 of The Help Group’s video series, “Breaking Barriers,” where we will show how our organization has helped its neurodiverse population overcome barriers and succeed in school, life, and beyond.

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Our qualified staff and coaches provide resources, support, and training to those who may be struggling with the challenges of higher education, entering the workforce, how to improve social skills, how to engage appropriately in spectrum dating & romance, independent living, and other issues. We take a personalized approach that helps them progress and provides what they need to lead a more fulfilling life.

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Understanding Emotional Health: Communicating Your Needs Effectively to Navigate Stress and Anxiety

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Understanding Emotional Health: Communicating Your Needs Effectively to Navigate Stress and Anxiety For young adults, especially those navigating life across the autism spectrum or facing learning differences and social-emotional challenges, open communication about emotional health is more crucial than ever. The ability to express your needs and feelings clearly can…

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Advance LA is one of the signature programs of The Help Group, the largest nonprofit of its kind in the United States. Since 1975, The Help Group has worked with children, adolescents, and adults with special needs related to autism spectrum disorder, learning differences, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, and emotional problems.

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