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Asperger Friends is a nonprofit resource hub, checked and updated weekly — covering diagnosis, education, and housing, plus the parts of adult life nobody hands you a manual for.
See where to start ↓You just found out. Now what?
A diagnosis is a tool for self-understanding, not a deficiency. Here’s where most people start.
Give it time
Relief, shock, or confusion are all normal reactions. Research your profile, your strengths, and your sensory needs before deciding what to do next.
Find your people
Local support groups, online communities, and a neuro-affirming therapist who actually works with autistic adults.
Advocate for your needs
Identify sensory needs and burnout warning signs, then ask for accommodations at work or school.
Build self-acceptance
Use the diagnosis to reframe past experiences, and take time to notice and celebrate small, personal wins.
Autism-friendly colleges and programs
Campuses with dedicated support, from full residential programs to specialized services.
Beacon College
The first accredited institution designed solely for neurodivergent students, offering 9 bachelor’s degrees.
Visit site →Marshall University
The Autism Training Center focuses on social skills, academic support, and peer mentoring.
Visit site →Marian University
The “Spectrum of Knights” program provides one-on-one coaching and personalized learning support.
Visit site →Landmark College
Tailored for students with learning disabilities and autism, with accessible curriculum and career coaching.
Visit site →Valencia College
Specialized services for students on the spectrum, including assistive technology.
Visit site →Housing options, by level of support
Models run along a spectrum. There’s no “right” end — the goal is matching support to how someone actually lives day to day.
Independent living
Living alone or with roommates, with a care manager for daily tasks as needed.
Shared living
Living with a mentor or host family, coordinated by an agency.
Transitional housing
Time-limited programs teaching cooking, budgeting, and cleaning.
Group homes
24/7 supervision with intensive, specialized care (ICF/ID).
Section 811 supportive housing
Rental assistance for low-income individuals with disabilities, including autism.
Autism Housing Network
A central resource for finding neuro-inclusive communities nationwide.
Visit site →Home & community-based services
Medicaid waivers (HCBS) that fund in-home and community support tied to housing.
Play to your strengths
The best-fit roles tend to offer high structure, logical processes, and predictable social interaction — letting strengths like sustained focus and pattern recognition do the work.
IT & cybersecurity · Data & analytics · Engineering · Library science · Accounting · Skilled trades
State Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) programs
A state-federal program that helps individuals with Asperger’s or high-functioning autism gain, maintain, or advance in employment, including job coaching, training, and customized employment plans.
Find your state’s VR program →Connect with people who get it
Autism is lifelong, and navigating it doesn’t have to be done alone. Join our active online community to share experiences, ask questions, and find support from peers.
Asperger Friends Activity Feed
Jump into ongoing conversations, share your milestones, or ask for advice. Our activity feed is a safe, moderated space to connect with autistic adults, family members, and allies worldwide.
View recent activity →Support close to home
Social, medical, and family support also tend to be local rather than national — here is an example of what regional support looks like.
Autism Society of Florida
A 501(c)(3) affiliate of the Autism Society of America, offering support across employment, housing, and social programs — including PEERS®, a social-skills program for young adults ages 25 to 35.
Read the Florida resource →Emory Autism Center
Features programs specifically for adults like myLIFE (Learning Independence, Family, and Employment), providing structured social engagement and essential life-skills coaching.
Read the Georgia resource →Autism New Jersey
The state’s largest autism-specific organization, offering public policy advocacy, extensive transition resources for adults, and a dedicated 800-4-AUTISM Helpline.
Read the New Jersey resource →More states are being added as we verify local resources.
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