by Liz Falk | Dec 18, 2025 | HDS Foundation
Our HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students had a fun and meaningful Community-Based Instruction trip to Dolphin Mall! Students practiced budgeting and independent shopping as they picked out gifts valued between $10–$15 for a family member, with many choosing something special...
by Liz Falk | Dec 17, 2025 | HDS Cares, HDS Foundation
Drive with purpose! When you purchase a Florida Autism License Plate, you directly support the HDS Foundation as a grant recipient helping fund vital programs for teens and young adults with Autism across Florida. Your choice makes a meaningful impact. Together, we...
by Liz Falk | Dec 17, 2025 | HDS Foundation
Our Miami-Dade students enjoyed a festive holiday outing to Olive Garden filled with food, friendship, and fun! Before arriving, students chose their own meals, giving them a chance to practice decision-making and planning. Once there, they spent time chatting with...
by Liz Falk | Dec 17, 2025 | HDS Foundation
Last week, the students in our HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. programs in Broward County enjoyed a wonderful holiday celebration at Chili’s Grill & Bar! They gathered to celebrate the holiday season together and take part in a Secret Elf & Secret Snowman gift...
by Liz Falk | Dec 16, 2025 | HDS Foundation
What a fun afternoon the students enjoyed together! First, they created personalized snow globes featuring photos of themselves inside. Students practiced decision-making as they chose decorations, arranged their designs, and selected the type of “snow” for their...
by Liz Falk | Dec 12, 2025 | HDS Foundation
The HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students had a fun and meaningful outing this week as they visited to shop for their Secret Snowman gifts! Students began by filling out a questionnaire about their favorite things. Each student was then assigned a classmate to shop for, with a...
