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Itineris
In 2006 nine families faced a crisis: What would happen to their children on the autism spectrum, once they exited the school system as adults? Research revealed that there were no specialized services available for adults on the autism spectrum in the Baltimore region. How would their journey toward adulthood be addressed?
Out of this crisis, Itineris was born. Today, the dream of these families, professionals, and self-advocates has come true. Itineris serves over 100 adults with autism. Itineris offers a day program, personal supports services, behavioral services, community integration services, employment services, and a community living (residential) program.
Out of this crisis, Itineris was born. Today, the dream of these families, professionals, and self-advocates has come true. Itineris serves over 100 adults with autism. Itineris offers a day program, personal supports services, behavioral services, community integration services, employment services, and a community living (residential) program.
Purpose
Itineris has evolved into a 24/7, 365 days/year comprehensive program that provides life-building and goal-reaching services to adults on the autism spectrum. Itineris continues to be the only agency in Baltimore City that exclusively supports this growing and under-served population.
Vision
A world where adults on the autism spectrum can fully share in the life of their communities, with the dignity to choose their own path as they strive to achieve their dreams and goals.
Mission
Empowering adults on the autism spectrum to live meaningful lives, throughout their lifespan.
Additional Culture Details
Itineris Guiding Principles -
We believe:
• Everyone has unique talents, dreams, and aspirations and can achieve great things.
• All of us need to chart our own course to live the life we love.
• Connections in the broader community are a source of joy, health, and opportunity.
• When we act intentionally and purposefully, we help each person to grow and thrive.
• There is power in constant innovation, and in listening to evidence when devising new ways to improve the lives of our clients.
• We are changing the way society acknowledges, understands, and accepts people on the autism spectrum.
• Adults on the autism spectrum have a right to full integration in the workplace, and employment should be the norm, rather than the exception.
We believe:
• Everyone has unique talents, dreams, and aspirations and can achieve great things.
• All of us need to chart our own course to live the life we love.
• Connections in the broader community are a source of joy, health, and opportunity.
• When we act intentionally and purposefully, we help each person to grow and thrive.
• There is power in constant innovation, and in listening to evidence when devising new ways to improve the lives of our clients.
• We are changing the way society acknowledges, understands, and accepts people on the autism spectrum.
• Adults on the autism spectrum have a right to full integration in the workplace, and employment should be the norm, rather than the exception.
Values
- M.A.D.E.
- M.A.D.E (Make a Difference Every Day) Values:
• We embrace diversity with passion and promote safe spaces for inclusion.
• We collaborate with clients, families, staff, and community partners.
• We design each day as a new opportunity for learning, growth, and creativity.
• We honor each person’s desire to express themself and make personal choices.
• We focus on our clients; their success is our success.
• We act intentionally to implement evidence-based practices.
• We advocate to the wider world in acceptance of neurodiversity.
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