Chapel Haven is a state-approved private special education and independent living program for adults 18 years and older, offering a comprehensive array of services for students with cognitive and social disabilities. We offer a network of supports designed to meet a lifetime of needs.
The REACH Program (Residential Education at Chapel Haven) is the only program in the country for adults with cognitive disabilities that is approved by the State of Connecticut Department of Education, licensed by DDS (Department of Developmental Services) and nationally accredited by CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities).
Chapel Haven services 30 residents and a small number of day students in its two-year educational program. In addition the Supported Living Program services 170+ graduates who are community members. Students come to Chapel Haven from all over the United States, as well as Canada, the Far East, and Europe. Our New Haven location gives students and community members the opportunity to develop a full and varied lifestyle within a small city setting.
Additionally, students have the opportunity to take classes on a college campus through the College Excellence Program at Gateway Community College.
Chapel Haven's Asperger's Syndrome Adult Transition Program (ASAT) is a residential program serving adults, 18 years and older with Asperger's Syndrome in New Haven, CT.
Chapel Haven West (CHWEST)is a Transitional Residential Program serving adults in the Autism Spectrum and those with mild Developmental Disabilities located in Tucson, Arizona.
Program options:
- Apartment Style Living
- Life Skills Training
- Approved Secondary Special Educaction School
- Employment Program
- Social / Recreation Programs
- Computer & Digital Photography Labs
- Health and Wellness Activities / Fitness Center
- Gateway Community College Affiliation
- Community Life Program
- Bridge / Supported Living Programs
- Continuing Education Classes / Ceremic Studio / Drama Class
