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Once in a Lifetime Experience: LAFC Stadium
Thanks to one of our own - Elvia Romo - who helped to connect IRL to Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC)! Managed by Diego Zuniga, LAFC has recently kicked off a community program to engage the community at large by providing special experiences to visitors from local...
Did you know that March is National Reading Awareness Month?
Each March, across the nation, Reading Awareness Month celebrates children’s interest in reading, writing and literacy… and here at IRL, we are not the exception. In honor of this month, we met with one of our most passionate teachers when it comes to Reading, Writing...
February 7 – 11 Is NATIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELING WEEK
Schools across California and the nation celebrate National School Counseling Week to honor school counselors for the important role they play in helping students examine their talents, strengths, abilities, and interest. Counselors work in professional partnerships with teachers and support personnel to provide an educational system where students can realize their true potential.
World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day is highlighted by Clinical Services On October 10th, IRL celebrated World Mental Health Day through a social media campaign. The World Health Organization states that the goal of World Mental Health Day is to raise mental health awareness...
Mental Health Matters!
May is Mental Health Month. Chances are you or someone you know has been affected by mental health issues. One in five Americans live with a mental health condition. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think,...
Through the Lens
The Institute for the Redesign of Learning (IRL) is pleased to share Abel V’s story as this one is close to our hearts as Abel started as a client and now is an IRL employee. In January 2014, Abel’s father, Modesto, a valued member of our transportation team since...
Celebrating Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
Founders Message, Nancy J. Lavelle, Ph.D. April, 2021 April is Autism Spectrum Disorders Acceptance Month. The Institute for the Redesign of Learning has been serving students on the Autism Spectrum since its founding in 1974. Although little was known about the...
Celebrating Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
All learners develop at their own pace and in their own way. Taking a first step, smiling for the first time, or waving “bye-bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move. When...
Holiday Gift Buying Guide 2020: Occupational Therapist (OT) Approved Toys Your Kids Will Love
The 2020 holiday season is already upon us! Can you believe it? In a year that has been full of unexpected and challenging events, I think we could all use a little bit of the comfort and joy that comes with the holidays. As an Occupational Therapist (OT)...
Holiday Gift Guide: Best Toys for Fine and Gross Motor Skills
When it comes to giving a toy we have a lot of questions: Will it be useful to my kids? Will it promote positive values? Will it improve their learning and developmental ability? Depending on their age there are toys that are more adapted to their growth. The skills...
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A dream comes true!!
Despite the challenges brought by COVID during 2020, Lexus R. never stopped dreaming about her future as an independent adult.
In February 2021, Abel V. had the chance to check on Lexus, and record her progress on a one-on-one interview.
On behalf of IRL’s management team, we want to say thank you to all of our community partners for opening the doors of your businesses and for being willing to hire our clients, so they can take charge of their own learning and lives.
Employees from IRL sat down with Kevin to learn more about his job at Northgate Markets and the role our Transition and Adult Service (TAS) program plays in helping him to achieve his personal and professional goals. Our dedicated staff, personalized programs, and invaluable community partners make it possible for Kevin, and all the clients we serve, to truly take charge of their own learning and lives every single day!
