Funds provided by the County of San Mateo through the Measure K sales tax

WINGS Adult

Now accepting referrals for San Mateo County transitional aged youth (18-24) with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Levels 2 or 3

WINGS Adult is founded on the belief that every individual deserves a life of dignity, purpose, and meaningful connection.

Mission & Vision

What We’re All About

WINGS Adult is a comprehensive, community-based center designed to support the specific needs of young adults ages 18 to 24 with moderate to severe autism residing in San Mateo County. WINGS Adult addresses the long-standing gap in services for autistic individuals requiring high levels of support and undertakes barriers to employment, independence and community inclusion. The center was developed in response to the experiences of neurodiverse families in our community.

Developed thanks to generous funding from Measure K and in collaboration with the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.

Areas of Focus

WINGS Adult provides an integrated, comprehensive and evidenced-based approach to:

Workforce development and tailored vocational in-house training
Aide-supported volunteer and employment placements in the community
Life skills training
Community transportation and safety training
Sensory,communication, behavioral and motor skills support
Socialization, recreation and leisure opportunities

Key Features

Flexible staff-to-participant ratios (3:1, 2:1 or 1:1)
Ongoing professional consultation from a BCBA, Occupational Therapist and Speech-Language Pathologist
Strength-based, individualized programming
Collaborative approach emphasizing lifelong learning, inclusion and opportunity
Wraparound family/caregiver support

Community Partnerships

WINGS Adult partners with local businesses and organizations to create real-world learning and aide-supported volunteer/ employment opportunities for participants.

In return, partners receive: