Moving Forward Towards Independence

Moving Forward Towards Independence is a residential program offering transitional and independent living support to young post-secondary adults with developmental, learning and autism spectrum disabilities.

Our mission is to help each individual achieve his or her highest potential in social, vocational and independent living skills within a safe and supportive community environment.

Our History

In 1998 a group of parents came together, concerned with the lack of post secondary options and collaborated to form Moving Forward.  A unique residential program where young adults with intellectual and high functioning Autism Spectrum Disabilities enjoy productive, fulfilling and healthy lives within a caring and safe community made up of fellow residents, trained staff members, and various representatives of volunteer organizations and businesses in the greater Napa community.

To date, hundreds young adults, ranging in age from 18 to 37, have participated in our program. Many have progressed so much as to be able to maintain their own home,  jobs, friendships, relationships, and their connection to the Moving Forward community through ongoing classes, social activities and individualized case management services.