AALPS stands for Adolescent to Adult Life Preparation Service. The College offers a specialist, fully integrated, whole-life support programme specifically designed to meet the comprehensive needs of young adults aged 16 -30 with Autistic Spectrum Disorders and compatible learning or communication difficulties.
AALPS College is situated in three linked rural settings on the outskirts of Scunthorpe . Between them they enjoy an unrivalled range of high-quality residential, educational, vocational and recreational facilities specifically designed to meet the needs of these young people with autism
Our Service
AALPS College offers:
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Whole-life support – comprehensive, individually-designed programmes, based on young peoples' assessed needs and personal targets
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A positive approach with high, but realistic expectations for each young person with autism and compatible learning or communication difficulties
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Close, open partnerships with families and referring agents at all stages.
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Regular monitoring of progress – individuals move at their own pace
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Dedicated flats for young men and women in small, compatible groups
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Carefully planned transitional arrangements once the programme is achieved – life-long support is offered, where required, beyond age 30
The AALPS Approach
The AALPS approach for young adults with ASD offers an integrated service (based on five building blocks), specifically designed to meet the needs of these young people:
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Structure
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Positive reinforcement
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Extending options through flexibility of thought
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Enhancing communication
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Calming environment