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Services Programs. In 1993, Eden II developed its first residence for ten young men with autism. This house was developed in response to Eden II's mission statement: to serve individuals with autism and their families across their lifespans. Eden II opened its second residence in 2003, serving six children with autism, and had opened three more residences by 2010. Eden II is committed to serving not only the needs of individuals with autism but also the needs of their families. To that end, Eden II developed its Family Support Department in 1984. This program began with a small parent training class and some respite trips serving approximately 15 families a year and has grown into a complex array of respite services, summer camp, after school programs, holiday trips, service coordination, and in-home habilitation programs. Currently, the Family Support Department assists more than 200 families.
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