CIP is one of the most comprehensive programs in the world empowering young adults with learning differences to succeed in college, employment, and independent living.
Gain Real-Life Experience in Employment, Independent Living, and Academics
Our mission is to inspire independence and expand the foundation on which young adults on the autism spectrum, with ADHD and other learning differences can build happy and productive lives
Spotlight on Success
Families of young adults at CIP share their personal journey about finding the program and experiencing success.
Comprehensive Curriculum
CIP is a private young adult transition program for individuals 18-26 with autism, ADHD, and other learning differences offering comprehensive and specialized services.
CIP By the Numbers
CIP Center Locations
CIP’s Centers of Excellence are located in areas that promote healthy living, culture, and a wide variety of social, educational, and career opportunities
CIP has done so much for me over the past almost 4 years. More than any of my other programs have done. I learned to be almost 100% independent, I even learned how to cook, which was a huge accomplishment since my last program didn't even teach us how to cook. CIP helped me get both my cosmetology and my drivers licenses. [...]
Meet Our Students
Each student’s vision and goals are explored and help to determine the individualized services and supports they benefit from most
Angelina
Michael
Daniel P.
Elle
Dylan
Caroline
Our Outcomes
Research shows that students with learning differences achieve the greatest levels of success when enrolled in individualized programs that address unique strengths and challenges
1 Source: College Internship Program Annual Parent/Guardian Survey data averages from 2021-2023. Average survey response rate of 83%.
2 Source: CIP’s Term Outcomes Reports 2022, 2023
Celebrating 40 Years of Excellence!
Our CIP Berkshire Center was founded in Lee, Massachusetts. A vision of Dr. Michael McManmon, Psychologist and person on the autism spectrum, CIP was originally know as Transitional Apartment Programming (TAP) and filled a critical need for community-based services.
Our CIP Brevard Center opens in Melbourne, Florida. In the early 2000's Dr. Michael McManmon had piloted an autism-specific program called "Aspire" at the CIP Berkshire location. Building on the success of this program, and based on the recommendation of a trusted staff, CIP opened it's second location.
Following the pattern of Center's beginning with the letter "B", and based on in part by a visit to IU Bloomington where Dr. Michael McManmon's daughter played basketball, CIP Bloomington was opened in collaboration with Director Karen Thomas where is quickly grew attracting young adults from the mid-west.
After a knee injury in college in Vermont brought Dan McManmon home for a summer he began working for CIP in marketing. During this time, Dan noticed an immense amount of traffic to CIP's website from California. The idea to expand was hatched. After a few visits to the Bay Area, Berkeley was selected due to it's vibrant and welcoming community.
CIP launched our first two-week summer program for high school students at UC Berkeley in Berkeley, CA. Dan McManmon, CIP's President, was supporting the opening of the CIP Berkeley Center at the time and assisted with the inaugural program. Summer@CIP went on to expand to all CIP Center locations.
Continued interest in the CIP program in California followed by an extensive search by key CIP staff identified Long Beach as the perfect place to start CIP's next Center location. Access to high-quality 2 and 4-year college options, apartment-style housing, and a great public transportation system attracts many to this low key coastal city.
The opening of the CIP Spectrum Playhouse in Lee, MA. CIP Berkshire students participate in drama modules and host an annual theater performance for the public.
The opening of the CIP Good Purpose Gallery in Lee, MA. A professional art gallery hosting professional artists who are neurodivergent themselves and/or supportive of the gallery's mission to showcase the work of neurodivergent people. All CIP students can participate in an annual art exhibit.
CIP celebrated our 35 Years of Services - since 1984 - and Founder, Dr. Michael McManmon's 40 Years of Service.
Launched during COVID-19, SumemrSessions@CIP is a two-week virtual program for high school age students with autism and learning differences. The program brought together participants from all over the US and several countries.
CIP Long Beach in California's 10-Year Anniversary! Celebrating the tremendous impact of our Center that has empowering hundreds of nuerodivergent young adults to launch successfully into young adulthood!
Celebrating 40 Years Of Excellence Empowering Young Adults with Autism and Learning Differences! Our anniversary year's annual theme is "Step into Your Story".
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