PACED SOCIAL SKILLS
A 16-week social skills intervention for motivated young adults who are interested in learning ways to make and keep friends. This adapted version of our PEERS® Social Skills Program is intended for people who need extra support while learning. We spend extra time reviewing and practicing key lessons. Learners are taught important social skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills in the session. Caregivers (parents, day staff, home providers, etc.) learn how to assist their young adult in making and keeping friends by providing feedback through coaching during weekly socialization homework assignments.
Next Program
Starts Fall 2024
Days/times to be announced
Who It’s For
Motivated young adults with autism or other conditions who need additional support while learning, and a parent, caregiver, or trusted friend who will be their social coach.
WHAT’S Included
16 weekly 75-minute group sessions
Pre- and post-assessments
Caregiver training and support
Skills Developed
Focused topics based on participants’ goals
How to find common interests by trading info
How to use appropriate conversational skills
How to start and maintain conversations
How to find sources of friends
How to appropriately use humor
How to enter and exit group conversations
How to pursue romantic relationships
For caregivers: how to support social skills development by providing effective feedback
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A 16-week evidence-based social skills program for motivated young adults to learn ways to make and keep friends.
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