"My Possibilities" - a new program in Collin County

A new program is starting in Collin County called "My Possibilities". Read the news article of a few mothers who took things into their own hands to initiate this wonderful program!

Dallas Morning News - "Plano Center to offer adults with disabilities place to develop life skills"

"My Possibilities is a unique holistic approach to help special-needs adults in all areas of their lives after high school," said Ryan Gafford, co-chairman of the department of special education at Plano West, which serves 150 to 200 special needs students each year."

You can visit the "My Possibilities" website here:

My Possibilities

A few other programs of interest for those with intellectual disabilitites:

Tarrant County College First Choice Program

The First Choice Program is a uniquely designed academic and vocational program that offers a multitude of educational opportunities for students with special needs to train for employment, polish their academic skills, enhance their ability and potential to live independently and build their self-esteem in an age-appropriate environment, while participating in a college experience.

The special needs population includes individuals who have borderline intellectual functioning (BIFS), individuals with learning disabilities and those who are mild to moderately mentally challenged. All students must be at least 18 years of age or are completing their senior year in high school.

The mission of the First Choice Program is to enhance the quality of life for special needs individuals by empowering them with the tools they need to meet the challenges that will confront them as they make the transition from codependency to independent living in the real world.

Another program is based out of the Houston area called V.A.S.T.

The goal of the V.A.S.T. Program is to provide educational opportunities and support services to individuals with intellectual and/or learning disabilities up through 8th gr. level. Through a broad selection of courses, students have a chance to enhance their basic academic , computer and independent living skills, assist with successful transition into college credit courses and/or learn to live more independently in the community through courses and activities that develop social skills and promote service learning.

There are some online brochures for the program as well. Click on the "V.A.S.T" above to go to their website to download.