Our Mother of Perpetual Help Educational Program
Grades and ages
Ages 16+
Student-teacher ratio
4:1
Tuition
Contact Program for Sliding Scale Tuition & Waiver Options
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About Our Mother of Perpetual Help Educational Program
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Educational Program (Growing Independence) in Fort Worth, Texas, is a specialized non-profit educational and vocational transition center for teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Established to bridge the gap between school and adult life, the program provides functional academic instruction, independent living skills training, culinary arts, social development, and community-based vocational training. Operating with small group sizes and supportive instructors, the program empowers participants to achieve personal independence, meaningful employment, and active community participation in a warm, faith-affirming atmosphere.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- Secondary Transition
- Adult Life Skills & Vocational Program
- Ages 16-35+
Learning needs supported
- Autism
- Developmental Disabilities
- Down Syndrome
- Intellectual Disabilities
Specialties
- Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
- Down Syndrome
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Adult Transition Needs
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Vocational Coaching
- Independent Living Skills Training
- Social Pragmatics
- Community Mobility Support
Programs
Programs at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Educational Program
Other programs and supports
- Vocational Coaching
- Independent Living Skills Training
- Social Pragmatics
- Community Mobility Support
School facts
Practical details for families
Accreditation and licensing
- Texas Non-Profit Special Education & Transition Center
Tuition and funding
Tuition: Contact Program for Sliding Scale Tuition & Waiver Options
- Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Vocational Rehab
- HCS / Texas Medicaid Waivers
- Private Pay / Scholarships
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Mother of Perpetual Help Educational Program
What is the mission of Growing Independence / Our Mother of Perpetual Help?
The program is dedicated to equipping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with the daily living, social, and vocational skills needed for independent adult living.
What age group does the program serve?
The program serves transitioning young adults and adults ages 16 and older who have completed or are transitioning from secondary special education.
Are vocational internships and job training included?
Yes, participants engage in culinary arts, office administration, retail simulations, and supported community job placements.
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