IGNITE is a unique “peer-to-peer” community center for young adults with high-functioning autism or Asperger’s Syndrome transitioning into adulthood. IGNITE offers activities and educational groups that foster independence and social interaction. Members work toward financial, educational, and employment success.
IGNITE is a place where members come together to share ideas, learn practical skills, build friendships, and feel comfortable being themselves.
In the summer, IGNITE extends a temporary summer membership to rising high school seniors for our JUMPSTART summer program.
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Davidson
Young adults with high-functioning autism or Asperger’s Syndrome who are at least 18 years-old, have recently graduated from high school with their diploma and are looking for ways to become involved in the community and increase their independence are invited to apply for free membership to our Davidson program. Candidates must be their own guardian. Those with limited guardianship will be considered on an individual basis. Likely candidates will have a desire to participate, the ability to work in a group, and beginning independence skills. Read our sheet “Is IGNITE right for you?” for more details.
Click here to complete our interest form.
JUMPSTART: In the summer, IGNITE extends a temporary summer membership to rising high school seniors for our JUMPSTART summer program. Learn more about JUMPSTART Davidson. If you are interested, please complete the interest form.
Contact us: ignite_davidson@autismsociety-nc.org
704-897-8982
Davidson, NC 28036
Greensboro
Young adults with high-functioning autism or Asperger’s Syndrome who are at least 18 years-old, have graduated from high school with their diploma, and are looking for ways to become involved in the community and increase their independence are invited to apply for membership to our Greensboro program. Candidates must be their own guardian. Those with limited guardianship will be considered on an individual basis. Likely candidates will also have a desire to participate, the ability to work in a group, and beginning independence skills. Read our sheet “Is IGNITE right for you?” for more details.
IGNITE Greensboro offers two six-month sessions for young adults. Sessions include 25 hours per week of programming Monday-Friday, with a variety of day and evening hours, as well as two community weekend activities each month.
Fees are per session and payment plans are available. Click here to complete our interest form.
SPARK: For young adults aged 18-30 who have beginning independence skills and want to make social connections and learn social and independence skills, IGNITE offers SPARK. Candidates must not have issues with aggression and must be independent with all personal hygiene. This program runs Monday through Friday for a total of 15 hours per week (Monday and Friday, 9-12; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10-1). Click here to complete our interest form.
JUMPSTART: In the summer, IGNITE extends a temporary summer membership to rising high school seniors for our JUMPSTART summer program. Learn more about JUMPSTART Greensboro. If you are interested, please complete the interest form.
Contact us: ignite_greensboro@autismsociety-nc.org
704-897-8982
Greensboro, NC 27405
Raleigh
Young adults with high-functioning autism or Asperger’s Syndrome who are at least 18 years-old, have graduated from high school with their diploma, and are looking for ways to become involved in the community and increase their independence are invited to apply for membership to our Raleigh program. Candidates must be their own guardian. Those with limited guardianship will be considered on an individual basis. Likely candidates will also have a desire to participate, the ability to work in a group, and beginning independence skills. Read our sheet “Is IGNITE right for you?” for more details.
IGNITE Raleigh offers two six-month sessions for young adults. Sessions include 40 hours per week of programming (Monday 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 11:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m., and Friday from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) as well as two community weekend activities each month.
Fees are per session and payment plans are available. Click here to complete our interest form.
JUMPSTART: In the summer, IGNITE extends a temporary summer membership to rising high school seniors for our JUMPSTART summer program. Learn more about JUMPSTART Raleigh. If you are interested, please complete the interest form.
Contact us: ignite_raleigh@autismsociety-nc.org
704-897-8982
Raleigh, NC 27607
“It’s a community of people that understand what you’re going through.”
“It has shown her that she is capable of so much & encourages us to keep trying & grow together!”
“I now have confidence and skills to talk to others, do new things, and to feel good about myself.”
IGNITE is operated by the Autism Society of North Carolina with founding support from the Evernham Family-Racing for a Reason Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization started by legendary NASCAR crew chief and Hall of Fame inductee Ray Evernham.