Category Archives: News

Catherine Sullivan-DeCarlo, Vice President of Admissions and Marketing, had a column published in the October/November edition of Insights, the newsletter for Independent Educational Consultants. Her article is entitled, “Building Blocks to Independent Living for Young Adults with Special Needs.” To … Continue reading →

As the new coordinator of Chapel Haven’s Best Buddies program, EmilyAnne Westman is in a position to advocate from the heart. First, EmilyAnne chose to attend Southern Connecticut State University because they had a Best Buddies chapter. She quickly signed … Continue reading →

James Trimble is passionately dedicated to helping others and campaigning for his peers to do the same. So, it’s no wonder that his Musical Tribute for the 10th anniversary of 9/11 and the victims of Hurricane Irene came off with … Continue reading →

Chapel Haven’s REACH program offers a summer residential program to give young adults (18+) experience in building independence. Many families have found the REACH summer program an ideal  stepping stone toward independent living for individuals with developmental or autism spectrum … Continue reading →

Chapel Haven exhibits and presents at conferences and transition fairs all over the U.S. and sometimes internationally. Read on for a schedule of where Chapel Haven will be throughout the U.S., click below.

Chapel Haven sends out a quarterly e-newsletter. Click HERE to read the winter 2011 edition of Chapel Haven’s e-newsletter.

When Tom Ames stood up to provide the musical interlude at the June 11 graduation for ASAT, he chose to sing “Wild World,” by Cat Stevens. At first, Tom sang alone but within moments, the enthusiastic crowd of more than … Continue reading →

Eleven students showcased their unique personalities and shared highlights of the past two years on June 18 when they became the third graduating class of Chapel Haven West. “We are gathered here today to celebrate the end of one phase … Continue reading →

There were tears and joy on Friday, June 24, 2011, when 16 students graduated from REACH. Matt Tietjen, supervisor of REACH, summed up the poignant ceremony this way: “There is something in this room today that wasn’t here two years … Continue reading →