Chapel Haven Schleifer Center in the News

Discover how Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is gaining recognition in the community and beyond. Explore recent local and national media coverage highlighting our programs, achievements, and the inspiring success of our adults.

Television

Host Abbey Cardinale From Wvit-Tv’s CT Live Recently Stopped by Campus to Chat With Caitlyn O., Rudy v., and Christy Chandler

Host Abbey Cardinale from WVIT-TV’s CT Live recently stopped by campus to chat with Caitlyn O., Rudy V., and Christy Chandler, Senior Vice President of Admissions & Communications. See what they all had to say about our REACH and (new) CATCH programs!

CT Buzz tv appearance with Mike Storz and David W.

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — April is Autism Acceptance Month, and we’re shining a light on what independence can truly look like.

New Haven center highlights loving relationships among adults with developmental disabilities

It is almost Valentine’s Day, and one New Haven organization is highlighting its loving couples.

Married couples at Chapel Haven Schleifer Center prove love has no limits

There are five married couples at the Chapel Haven Schleifer Center in New Haven. They're all adults with a range of developmental and social disabilities.

Chapel Haven Empowers Adults with Disabilities Through the Catching Up Podcast

Podcast teacher/producer Ashley Cavaliere and student podcaster Matt S. recently appeared on WTNH-TV's CT Buzz! Ashley and Matt talked about National Podcast Day and why it matters that adults with disabilities have a place in today’s crowded podcast landscape.

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center helping bridge gap for neurodivergent students after high school

Graduation season is a time of celebration, but for many neurodivergent students and their families, the transition after high school can feel overwhelming. Chapel Haven Schleifer Center helps bridge that gap with programs designed to build independence, life skills and confidence. Gina Apicella, senior vice president of clinical services, and Kim Freeman, special education teacher, explain more on “CT Buzz.”

Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month

In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, CEO Michael Storz and student Maya T. talk with WVIT-TV's CT Live about Chapel Haven Schleifer Center's ASAT program.

Highlighting Vocational Success & The Gr8 Toy Drive

Bill Angier shares how CHSC partners with employers across Connecticut-including Yale New Haven Hospital, the JCC of Greater New Haven, and CVS-to help students build real-world skills that prepare them for meaningful employment.

Radio

Melissa in the Morning: Conquering Mt. Kilimanjaro

Andy and Sam, students at Chapel Haven, chat about their experience climbing Mount Kilimanjaro!

For the People: Chapel Haven Schleifer Center’s Mt. Kilimanjaro Adventures

Meet and hear from the center's director, and chat with two inspiring residents on the spectrum who recently completed a journey to Africa where they both participated in climbs on Mt. Kilimanjaro

Newspaper

Chapel Haven Honored For 53 Years Of Affirming The Human Spirit

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, State Rep. Pat Dillon and other dignitaries, rabbis, and community leaders were on hand to offer congratulations and formal certificates of recognition of the group’s impressive achievements.

Online

CNN Names New Haven #2 on Top 10 List of "America's Best Towns to Visit 2026”

Creating Space for Every Student Voice

Best Buddies is building a community centered on inclusion and the belief that every student has value.

Podcast

Say More with CT Live Podcast

Ashley Cavaliere and Matt Schwartz talk to host Abby Carnivale about the Catching Up with Chapel Haven Podcast.

Listen to see what celebrity was invited to be Matt’s next podcast guest!

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