Skills that are
actually yours.
The CoLab is a dynamic, year round adaptive skills group for neurodivergent and developmentally disabled individuals ages 12 to 24. Housed in our modern, 4,000 square foot tech integrated facility.
The CoLab is designed through a lens of inclusion, autonomy, and emerging adulthood.
The CoLab Program
The CoLab emphasizes age appropriate experiences including identity exploration, digital and social media literacy, romantic relationships, and consent education.
Facilitated entirely by trained Skills Coaches under master's level supervision. The CoLab bridges traditional skill building with 21st century readiness.
This program primarily serves ambulatory and non ambulatory individuals ages 12–24 with mild to moderate support needs, with an adaptive skills focus in the following 5 areas.
What you'll build here
Social and Emotional Learning
Participants build emotional intelligence and real life relationship skills through engaging, age relevant topics.
Social and Emotional Learning
Participants build emotional intelligence and real life relationship skills through engaging, age relevant topics.
- Conflict resolution and self advocacy
- Emotional regulation and setting healthy boundaries
- Navigating identity, dating, and consent
- Age appropriate discussions on sex, gender, and relationships
- Digital life skills: managing group chats, handling online conflict, and understanding social norms across platforms
Interest Based & Experiential Learning
Participants explore their interests through tech enhanced and collaborative projects designed to promote creativity, confidence, and connection.
Interest Based & Experiential Learning
Participants explore their interests through tech enhanced and collaborative projects designed to promote creativity, confidence, and connection.
- Video production, podcasting, and online content creation
- Digital storytelling with platforms like Canva, CapCut, and iMovie
- Collaborative art and maker projects
- Movement based expression: dance, yoga, and sensory regulation
- Game based social learning, including console gaming, card and board games, and virtual co-op activities
This blend of creative media, movement, and play lets participants express themselves authentically while building community with peers.
Executive Functioning
Participants develop the life management skills that support independence in school, work, and daily life.
Executive Functioning
Participants develop the life management skills that support independence in school, work, and daily life.
- Digital time management with apps like Google Calendar, Notion, Trello, and Clockify
- Goal setting and habit building through interactive planning tools
- Organizing tasks, creating routines, and managing transitions
- Career and college readiness: digital research, application tracking, and mock interview practice
- Tools for managing executive overload and building focus in a distraction heavy world
Everyday Life Skills
Participants learn everyday life skills with a tech forward, functional approach designed to make independent living accessible, engaging, and empowering.
Everyday Life Skills
Participants learn everyday life skills with a tech forward, functional approach designed to make independent living accessible, engaging, and empowering.
- Cooking with step by step video tutorials, smart appliances, and digital grocery lists
- Personal care and hygiene routines supported by visual schedules and reminder apps
- Budgeting and shopping practice with price comparison tools and online budgeting platforms
Connected Living & Local Integration
We combine in person community outings with digital literacy tools to support real world independence and confidence navigating public life.
Connected Living & Local Integration
We combine in person community outings with digital literacy tools to support real world independence and confidence navigating public life.
- Using ride share apps (Uber, Lyft, Waymo) safely and independently
- Ordering food and essentials through DoorDash, Instacart, and Amazon, and managing delivery logistics
- Practicing digital payments with Apple Pay, Google Wallet, and Venmo
- Practicing communication and interaction in community settings like cafés, libraries, and retail shops
Explore the Labs
What do folks do at the CoLab?
Makers
3D printers, sewing machines, vinyl presses and other equipment are available for folks to unleash their creativity.
Media
Podcasting, video editing, photography, TikToks, Instagram, everything socials.
Wellness
Streaming, VR consoles, and PC gaming available to support folks in navigating these worlds.
Culinary
A full kitchen available to create. Whether it's delicious food or a cooking channel.
Ways to qualify & how to enroll
How do I qualify to participate?
Insurance
We are contracted with most commercial insurance plans, as well as Med-iCal.
Regional Center
If you are a Regional Center consumer, we also have contracts in place with them.
Schools
We are developing partnerships with local schools to expand access.
H.A.R.D.
We are establishing a connection with our local recreation office to offer monthly enrichment classes.
Adult Education Programs
Ask about our services through your program.
Scholarships
Limited scholarships from our community partnerships are available for families in need.
Private Pay
We offer private pay options on a subsidized basis. We offer sliding scale or fee for service for individual classes.
How to Enroll
Frequently Asked Questions
The short version. Reach out for anything more specific.
Do you offer childcare?
We are not a licensed childcare facility.
Do I have to stay if the participant is under the age of 18?
No, our program is designed for peer immersion and socialization, so parents and guardians drop off and pick up participants under 18.
Do you offer transportation services?
Not at this time. Families can drop off directly or make arrangements with existing transport services.
How large are each groups?
Groups are 2, 3, or 4 participants. The right level of support is determined during the intake process.
Who will be facilitating the groups?
Groups are facilitated by our trained Skills Coaches and supervised by our Clinic Director, a master’s level practitioner.
Ready to see if The CoLab is a fit?
We'll walk you through referrals, insurance, and scholarship options.
No pressure, just information.