Stepson diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome as a preteen and has graduated high school (mainstream school). He is now 19 years old and his mother labels him as disabled although he has wonderful traits with memory, etc.
Read this article (http://www.wellsphere.com/autism-autism-spectrum-article/duquesne-u-special-education-professor-ann-huang-creates-mentor-program-for-autism-employment/1066470)! It provides great information and suggestions for how to help your 19 year old stepson. It recommends pairing him with a mentor who can guide him through his day at work. In addition, there are services such as Wesley Spectrum Services that help people with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome.
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Stepson diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome as a preteen and has graduated high school (mainstream school). He is now 19 years old and his mother labels him as disabled although he has wonderful traits with memory, etc.