Many autistic and neurodivergent employees spend enormous amounts of energy "masking" at work—hiding natural behaviors, suppressing sensory needs, and constantly monitoring social interactions to fit workplace expectations. While masking can help someone navigate professional environments, it often contributes to burnout, anxiety, and executive functioning fatigue. In this article, The Supported Living Group explores what workplace masking is, why it occurs, and how neurodivergent individuals can build more sustainable careers through self-advocacy, workplace accommodations, and individualized employment support. Learn how our Connecticut neurodivergent employment services help adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) find meaningful work where they can succeed without sacrificing their authentic selves.

Connecticut’s DSS Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Waiver waitlist continues to grow, leaving thousands of individuals waiting years for essential supports. Learn why the waitlist exists, current wait time challenges, and how funding, workforce shortages, and rising demand impact access to services. Discover what families in Connecticut can do while waiting and how The Supported Living Group provides private pay neurodivergent support services and DSS ASD Waiver services to help individuals build independence, skills, and community connection.

Building meaningful relationships can be challenging for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), but with the right support, social confidence and communication skills can flourish. Learn practical, evidence-based strategies for improving social skills, executive functioning, and relationship success while exploring how The Supported Living Group provides Connecticut families with individualized DSS Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Waiver services and private pay neurodivergent support services designed to promote independence, community inclusion, and lifelong success.

Learn how autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions affect older adults and discover support options available throughout Connecticut.

Understanding Medicaid asset limits is essential for accessing Connecticut’s ASD Waiver Program. This guide for autistic adults and families explains how savings, income, ABLE accounts, and other financial resources may impact eligibility for Connecticut DSS autism services, while highlighting planning strategies and community-based supports available through neurodivergent and autism service providers in Connecticut.

Preparing for a job interview can be challenging for teenagers and adults on the autism spectrum, particularly when navigating unpredictable social communication, executive functioning demands, and workplace expectations. With the right structure, preparation strategies, and individualized support, neurodivergent job seekers can significantly improve confidence and employment outcomes.

The Supported Living Group (SLG) is Connecticut’s leading provider of private pay neurodivergent employment support services, offering individualized vocational coaching, interview preparation, and workplace readiness training for individuals on the autism spectrum and other neurodivergent profiles. This guide provides practical, evidence-informed strategies to support successful job interview preparation and long-term employment success.

Connecticut’s Autism Waiver expansion highlights a growing gap between eligibility and true access to care. Despite increased waiver slots, workforce shortages and system capacity challenges continue to delay meaningful services for individuals with autism and their families. Learn how The Supported Living Group (SLG) is addressing these barriers and advocating for stronger, more responsive autism support systems statewide.

Discover The Supported Living Group's specialized ASD support services in CT for neurodivergent adults. Private pay autism employment support in Connecticut: job coaching, resume help, interview prep & inclusive workplace strategies.

Finding the right Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Waiver provider in Connecticut can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already navigating eligibility, case management, and planning supports for yourself or a loved one. Connecticut’s ASD Waiver, administered through the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), offers vital community-based services — but knowing how to locate qualified providers and determine the right fit is an important next step. In this guide, we walk you through how to find approved ASD Waiver providers in Connecticut and what to look for when choosing an agency that aligns with your goals, values, and long-term vision for independence.

Are adult autism services in Connecticut truly meeting the needs of individuals with ASD? This article examines the limitations of the CT ASD Waiver program, including gaps in employment support, social integration, and long-term housing stability. The Supported Living Group (SLG), one of the largest providers of adult ASD services in Connecticut, outlines what comprehensive, clinically integrated autism supports should look like—and why system evolution is urgently needed.

The start of a new year can bring stress and pressure for individuals on the autism spectrum, especially around routine changes and societal expectations. At The Supported Living Group (SLG), we provide Connecticut DSS Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Waiver services and private pay supports to help participants manage stress, build skills, and thrive in a person-centered, community-based environment. Learn strategies for reducing anxiety, setting achievable goals, and supporting independence while honoring neurodiversity.

Discover how The Supported Living Group provides individualized ASD Waiver and community-based supports in Connecticut. Learn why autism is best addressed through person-centered care, non-medical supports, and skill-building programs rather than unproven “fixes,” empowering individuals to thrive in daily life.

Many autism charities and provider agencies still portray autistic people as helpless or a burden—but this narrative is changing. Learn how The Supported Living Group’s ASD programs in Connecticut promote person-centered, strength-based support that values autonomy, inclusion, and empowerment for every individual.

The term “Autism Spectrum” has shaped how we understand autism—but is it holding us back? While it highlights diversity, the spectrum model can oversimplify individuals, pigeonhole abilities, and limit support planning. At The Supported Living Group, our work with Connecticut’s ASD Waiver shows that real progress comes when supports focus on the person, not a label.

Imagine a world where services adapt to each individual’s strengths, challenges, and goals—where autism is seen not as a line, but as a constellation. Shifting to person-centered care could transform how our communities support those on the spectrum.

Discover why moving beyond the spectrum metaphor is key for truly meaningful supports in CT.

Limerence can profoundly impact autistic teens and adults, leading to intense emotional preoccupation and social challenges. At Supported Living Group (SLG), we provide expert Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) services in Connecticut, helping individuals navigate these emotions through personalized support, skill-building programs, and community integration. Learn how our autism support services in CT promote independence, emotional well-being, and meaningful social connections.

Connecticut lacks affordable, autism-specific housing for adults on the spectrum. Inspired by New Jersey’s neuroinclusive THRIVE model, this blog urges CT to expand ASD housing options that foster independence, dignity, and long-term success.

SLG provides personalized, community-based autism support for adults in CT, aligned with new autism subtype research and the ASD Waiver Program.

The Fourth of July is synonymous with fireworks, crowds, and sensory overload—a combination that can be especially challenging for autistic individuals and families. However, with thoughtful planning and the right strategies, Independence Day can be both enjoyable and inclusive. Here’s our guide to an autism-friendly Fourth, now enhanced with local context for Connecticut families.

At The Supported Living Group (SLG), we believe that meaningful autism support begins with shifting the focus away from trying to "fix" autistic individuals and toward building inclusive, community-based systems that empower them. As providers of cutting-edge ASD Waiver services in Connecticut, we see every day how person-centered supports—delivered with dignity, choice, and respect—create pathways for autistic individuals to lead fulfilling lives.

Parenting or caring for someone with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is often described as a journey — one filled with moments of joy, learning, and, at times, profound exhaustion. This reality is deeply explored in The Guardian’s recent article about The Telepathy Tapes, a podcast created by two fathers of non-speaking autistic sons.