About Rise and Thrive

Empowering Independence by Unlocking Everyday Living Skills for Adults with Disabilities

Our Independent Living Skills Program is specially designed for adults with varying disabilities, offering a unique home that is used solely for the purpose of the program to foster growth, independence, and social connection. With the guidance of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts and a dedicated team of Coaches and Registered Behavioral Therapists, participants learn essential skills such as basic housekeeping, laundry, safety awareness, interacting safely with strangers, crossing streets, preparing and enjoying lunch, peer communication, movement, physical well-being, nutrition, turn taking, and self-advocacy. Every program is individualized to meet the unique needs of each participant, ensuring they gain practical, meaningful abilities that translate to their own lives. By practicing these skills in a supportive home environment, participants can confidently generalize what they’ve learned beyond the program, paving the way for a more independent and fulfilling life.

Success Stories

Our young man started with Rise and Thrive from the beginning. He is learning many living skills and has made improvements at home. We appreciate the family meetings/updates with the staff.

He enjoys attending Rise and Thrive and is happy to tell others about this program.

- The Wickey Family

My son Charlie has been attending Rise & Thrive for almost a year. It is a warm, safe and inviting home setting. His social and self advocacy skills have markedly improved as a result of his participation there.

- K. Sundberg

My son really enjoys his time at Rise and Thrive. He has been learning many new skills. We are so pleased that in a matter of months he has learned to shave independently, something we never thought possible.

- Rosanne C.

Rise and Thrive has been such a Blessing in our life! My daughter has attended this program the last 4 months. She looks forward to every Tuesday now! We both do! She has grown in so many ways and learning independence and getting exercise at the same time. Thank you Cristina and the wonderful staff. We so appreciate you!

- The St Clair Family

I was extremely interested in this program from the very beginning. So much so, that I enrolled my son immediately upon its launch to secure a desired spot. My son is autistic and non speaking and soon after he began the Rise and Thrive Program, he flourished. My son has learned a lot of skills and has begun communicating and interacting more with his peers and staff. The staff are wonderful, very knowledgeable, communicative, and insightful. They always ask questions and listen to your concerns and even help problem solve when certain behaviors arise.

- Cindy B.

Our son, Alan has been participating in Rise and Thrive for almost a year, and we are thrilled with the progress he has made. The program has positively impacted his social engagement through his interactions with his peers. He has learned cooking skills which are manageable for his cognitive level, and is involved in a work-out regimen. He is learning how to do laundry and perform light housekeeping tasks. They also play games, dance, and have plenty of fun time together. The program is very structured, so he isn’t bored at all during his time there. I could go on and on about the numerous activities which are so engaging and thoughtfully structured. Most importantly the staff and wonderful director, Cristina go above and beyond to ensure the program is fun and our son feels valued and loved! This program and everyone involved is a true blessing in our lives and in our son’s life- thank you Rise and Thrive!

- Gary and Mina Fowler

Our daughter who has severe autism started attending Rise and Thrive in September 2025, since the program first started. We are just filled with gratitude for the program there. Everyday my daughter is checking her schedule to know when she will be attending next. She loves the staff who are always kind, welcoming and positive. The Communication is excellent and prompt. She is a picky eater and would never try new foods, at the program she was able to discover new foods and even prepare her own lunch. We are blessed to have our daughter attend Rise and Thrive.

Thank you for all that you do!