Have Dreams Services
Have Dreams ensures individuals with autism live fulfilled, dignified and independent lives, reaching their full potential.
Serving 300 individuals annually, Have Dreams is Chicagoland’s leading experts in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We offer direct services across the lifespan and across the spectrum and robust ASD training programs across the state.
Have Dreams evidence-based programming is customized to accommodate each participant we serve. We know how to identify unmet needs in the autism community and as a result, create innovative programs and services to increase connectivity, reduce isolation, decrease anxiety and enable healthier, happier and productive lives.
Have Dreams Academy
A 16-week workforce development program for young adults with autism interested in pursuing competitive employment. Apply Within!
Workforce + SCILS
Workforce + SCILS (social, communication, independent living skills) will focus on exploring different work environments and will give participants a chance to develop and practice skills in our on-site Walgreens Training Facility. We will also focus on independent living skills such as cooking, healthy living, etc. as well as enjoying high interest social activities with peers.
Life SCILS
Adults with autism over the age of 22 build social, communication and independent life skills through community-based opportunities.
SCILS
After-school programs for elementary, middle and high school students on the autism spectrum.
Counseling
Counseling and Employment Services, Parent and Caregiver support groups, and Executive Functioning bootcamps are available for individuals with ASD.
Trainings
Learn where to begin incorporating structure in your home and how to handle challenging behavior. Have Dreams Trainings offer strategies in your at-home toolbox for working with your child at home.
Resources
Educational opportunities and at-home activities for parents and caregivers living with someone on the autism spectrum.
Activities & Education
Spend time as a family while maintaining structure and reducing social isolation with Have Dreams social activities.
"He's the hardest worker I know. He's getting amazing reports, he's a team player, he's more confident...he has a great team and Have Dreams is a big part of that team."
- Mary Herrold, mother of Jack, HDA grad