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Narrative

Offerings include: The Core Program: a 2-year, on-campus, residential, certificate-bearing program, the Bridge and Transition programs designed to support transition to independent life, and the new, innovative Lifelong Support Program to support neurodiverse individuals, whether or not they have been part of the Threshold Program before. We also have an Alumni Center to provide ongoing social and other support to our graduates.

The Core Program starts with a two-year, certificate-bearing postsecondary program. The residential program, student activities, and curriculum focus on independent living and career development and are designed to create a college experience that feels both authentic and supported.

The Bridge Program is a 9-month program where students who have completed the certificate program live on campus in university housing. They work on individual goals, building on skills developed over the first two years of the Core Program. Bridge Year is the next step for a small number of our graduates, needing additional on-campus supports.

The Transition Program is a 10-month program where Core Program graduates live off campus in shared apartments in the Cambridge/ Somerville area. While immersing themselves in apartment living, students will search for paid employment (part-time or full-time). It is a structured environment with the support of the transition and career services team. Threshold staff utilize our connections with employer partners to explore local options in high-need industries. Students can also continue their education if desired. They can get support from our transition team as they learn to live in the local community and access its resources. Transition students further develop their social, job, and life skills during evening courses taught by our transition staff. Transition Year is the next step for most of our Core Program graduates.

Service Types

• Schools - Day
• Skills Training

Program Type

• Education

Populations Served

• All Disabilities
• Developmental Disability
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Mental Illness
• Physical Disabilities

Ages Served

• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Restrooms
• Elevators
• Near Public Transportation
• Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

• Fees: Personal Funds