Brightstone Transitions

Brightstone Transitions Brightstone is a community-based program supporting neurodivergent young adults as they build the skills and confidence to live more independently.

Brightstone specializes in creating a customized support program for young people needing help through mentoring. Brightstone uses an action oriented approach that creates learning opportunities through real life situations. Our participants move beyond program centered activities and, with guidance from mentors, they obtain employment, learn the power of volunteerism, enroll in college or technical school, and learn what it means to be truly self sufficient.

Fifteen years of walking alongside young adults and the families who love them, because the journey to independence is a...
04/28/2026

Fifteen years of walking alongside young adults and the families who love them, because the journey to independence is a team effort. What started in 2011 with a vision for something different has grown into a community built on trust, individuality, and real, lasting progress.

Meet Aleshka, Brightstone’s Director of Admissions & Outreach, and often the first voice families hear when they reach o...
04/24/2026

Meet Aleshka, Brightstone’s Director of Admissions & Outreach, and often the first voice families hear when they reach out to us. With over a decade of experience in behavioral health across adolescent treatment, young adult transitions, and wilderness therapy, Aleshka brings both deep professional knowledge and personal insight as the parent of a neurodiverse adolescent. Her goal is simple: to make sure every family feels heard, supported, and ready to take the next step.

Tea time, a park outing, and a yummy snack plate — a little bit of everything that makes a good day. For neurodivergent ...
04/23/2026

Tea time, a park outing, and a yummy snack plate — a little bit of everything that makes a good day. For neurodivergent young adults, building routines that include movement, nourishment, and fun isn’t just enjoyable, it’s foundational. This is what thriving looks like in practice.

No two journeys look alike — and that’s especially true for autistic young adults. This Autism Awareness Month, we’re ce...
04/22/2026

No two journeys look alike — and that’s especially true for autistic young adults. This Autism Awareness Month, we’re celebrating what it means to build support around the individual: their strengths, their goals, and the pace that’s right for them.

Sun, water, and the whole crew together — this is what community looks like at Brightstone. These moments of connection,...
04/21/2026

Sun, water, and the whole crew together — this is what community looks like at Brightstone. These moments of connection, joy, and belonging are what we’re all about.

Autism presents differently across genders, and for many women, that means years of being overlooked or misunderstood. A...
04/20/2026

Autism presents differently across genders, and for many women, that means years of being overlooked or misunderstood. Autism Awareness Month is a reminder that recognition matters — and so does creating spaces where every young adult can be seen, understood, and supported.

This Autism Awareness Month, we’re reflecting on what independence actually looks like for autistic young adults — and h...
04/19/2026

This Autism Awareness Month, we’re reflecting on what independence actually looks like for autistic young adults — and how mentorship makes it possible. At Brightstone, mentors provide the guidance, encouragement, and real-world support that helps young adults build confidence and move forward at their own pace.

Meet Cole Tolbert, Lead Mentor at Brightstone.Cole brings a steady, compassionate presence to his work, grounded in year...
04/16/2026

Meet Cole Tolbert, Lead Mentor at Brightstone.

Cole brings a steady, compassionate presence to his work, grounded in years of experience supporting individuals across healthcare and personal care settings. His approach is simple but powerful—showing up, building trust, and creating space for meaningful connection.

This month, we recognize that acceptance lives in relationships like these.

Only about 15% of autistic adults are employed—but that number can change.With the right support, structure, and opportu...
04/15/2026

Only about 15% of autistic adults are employed—but that number can change.

With the right support, structure, and opportunity, young adults can build the skills and confidence needed for meaningful, sustainable work.

Connection can be simple—fresh air, movement, and shared moments.Time outdoors supports regulation, confidence, and joy,...
04/14/2026

Connection can be simple—fresh air, movement, and shared moments.

Time outdoors supports regulation, confidence, and joy, giving young adults space to reset, connect, and feel at ease in their environment.

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