In existense for almost 40 years, organization provides a wide array of services to persons with disabilities and mental illness.

Erik’s Ranch & Retreats provides safe and unequaled living, working, social and recreational environments for young adults with autism, using its guiding principles of lifelong learning, individual community building, and bidirectional integration through voluntourism . We’re committed to giving each of our residents a rewarding life on his/her own terms, experiencing dignity, compassion and the joy of continuing possibility.

Residential Provider:
In-Home
Respite
SILS
ILS
SLS
Supported Employment

Mission Statement:
Life By Design, Inc. is committed to promoting the principles of self-determination in the lives of people with disabilities by listening and responding to families and individuals we support.

Minnesota Life College is a three year postsecondary, life-skills training program for young adults with learning disabilities. Independent Living and Employment Readiness are at the heart of MLC�s unique program; other key curriculum areas include: Decision-Making for Success, Social Skills Development, and Fitness and Wellness. MLC helps each student reach for his/her full potential by providing direct, professional instruction in a safe, easily accessible urban campus.

I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 10 years of experience in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including Discrete Trial Training, Verbal Behaivor Training, and Positive Behavior Support. I am currently self-employeed and offer services to ASD adolescents, adults and their caregivers/staff to improve functional communication, independent living, employment, social skills and appropriate behaviors so that they can live a happy and fulfilled life. My services are usually funded by MA Waivers.