<p>Hey there, friends! 💛 Pull up a chair and get comfy, because today’s episode of Adulting with Autism is packed with inspiration and real-world advice!</p> <p>We’re thrilled to welcome Ed Roe, Program Director at CIP Bloomington. With over two decades in K-12 education—and a personal connection to autism through his own son—Ed brings a deep, heartfelt understanding to the journey of building independent, confident lives for autistic young adults.</p> <p>🎓 In this empowering conversation, you’ll discover:</p> <ul> <li> <p>The 40-year legacy of the College Internship Program (CIP)</p> </li> <li> <p>How CIP Bloomington empowers students through life skills, academics, and career development</p> </li> <li> <p>Tips for young adults navigating the transition to independent living</p> </li> <li> <p>Why community integration, public transportation, and vocational coaching are game-changers for success</p> </li> </ul> <p>Whether you're a parent preparing your teen for adulthood or a neurodivergent young adult wondering what’s next, this episode is packed with encouragement, resources, and tangible steps forward. 🌟</p> <p>✨ Resources & Affiliates: 🌐 Learn more about CIP’s programs: <a href="https://cipworldwide.org/">CIPWorldwide.org</a> 🎁 Join our Discord Giveaway! 🎉 Be the 1,000th member and win a $100 Visa gift card + exclusive podcast merch → <a href="http://linktr.ee/adultingwithautism">linktr.ee/adultingwithautism</a> ☕ Support the Podcast! Fuel more conversations like this at <a href="http://buymeacoffee.com/adultingwithautism">BuyMeACoffee</a></p> <p>🗓️ Reminder: We're back to new episodes every Wednesday and Saturday starting May 3rd!</p> <p>🎧 Love this episode? Please follow, review, and share it with someone navigating the path to independence. Together, let’s empower the next generation of neurodivergent leaders—one step at a time. 🚀</p> <p>Until next time... Keep adulting. Keep believing. And keep moving forward. 💛</p>