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Using a Real World House in Andover, the program offers instruction in practical skills such as planning, leisure, safety and communication skills.
Through the support of families and organizations like the Flutie Foundation, our programs continue to grow and our participants continue to succeed in life after high school.
For scholarship information and program availability, please contact Nancy Desmond Nastasi at 781-942-4888, ext 5036.
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In response to the growing need to teach older teens and young adults the skills they need as they Journey to Independence, EMARC has created a program called Real World House 2006.
For Families: This program is based on the principle that individuals with learning challenges benefit by continuous reinforcement and the introduction of new concepts. Since the road to independence is a journey and not a short trip, EMARC's Journey to Independence will support and work together with families and schools to achieve positive outcomes for its participants. |
This weekend, school vacation and overnight program will be fun, giving participants the opportunity to be in the Real World House. Its focus, however, will be on the acquisition of the skills necessary to live and work in our community. Using a beautiful home in Andover as our base, we will teach health, money, cooking, cleaning, employment, leisure and safety skills.
The Cost: The entire program is $350.00. A deposit of $178.00 is required at registration. Families may use family support funding. To register contact Nancy Desmond Nastasi at (781) 942-4888 Ext. 5036.
For Real World House Members:
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Do you want to learn to be more independent?
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Do you want to spend a weekend or overnight in EMARC's Real World House?
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Do you want to shop and cook your own meals?
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Do you want to plan your own time?
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Then you want to be at the Real World House
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Call 781 942 4888 Ext. 5036 to register. Spots fill up quickly!
Where: 368 South Main Street, Andover, MA 01810
For: Ages 14 and older
Nancy Nastasi is the Director of the Journey to Independence. Nancy had been the Director of our Recreation Department and she continues to coordinate adult and leisure programs for EMARC. Nancy also works for Woburn High School as the school to work transition teacher in the Next Wave program. Nancy has extensive experience in job development, job coaching and preparing students for a successful life after high school. To register or for more information please contact Nancy Desmond at (781) 942-4888 Ext. 5036.
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