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Bridge the Gap, Inc.-Shawano

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Bridge the Gap, Inc.-Shawano

Bridge the Gap, Inc.

provides a safe, supportive space for individuals with Autism and other special abilities to thrive from childhood to adulthood through personalized programs, family education, and community awareness.

10/26/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING! COME JOIN THE BTG TEAM! 💙

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Bridge the Gap–Shawano is growing, and we’re looking for TWO caring, dependable, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team!

🌟 FULL-TIME POSITION

We’re looking for someone who is patient, creative, flexible, and passionate about helping elementary-aged children with disabilities develop social, emotional, behavioral, and life skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications:

* Experience in the education and/or therapy fields
* At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with special needs
* Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
* A positive attitude and passion for helping others reach their full potential

🌟 PART-TIME POSITION

🕗 Monday–Thursday | 8:00 AM–1:00 PM

We’re seeking a positive, compassionate team player who enjoys working with individuals of all abilities and helping create meaningful experiences each day.

💰 Competitive pay!

💙 At Bridge the Gap–Shawano, every day is an opportunity to make a difference! Our team works together to build independence, encourage friendships, celebrate abilities, and create a place where everyone belongs.

📩 Interested in joining our team? Send us a message to learn more!

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them below or share this post! 💙

10/20/2026

🍁 This or That? Fall Edition🍂

Pumpkin patches, cozy sweaters, apple c***r, and everything fall! 🎃🍎

We put our BTG crew on the spot with a little game of THIS or THAT! Some answers came quickly, while others required a little more thought! 😂

Now it’s YOUR turn! Tell us your fall favorites in the comments! 👇🍁

10/19/2026

🏃🏼‍♀️‍➡️Healthy Lifestyles Are for EVERYONE! 👩🏼‍🦽‍➡️

A huge, heartfelt THANK YOU to the John Reinke, Sr. Memorial Fund for their kindness and generosity in helping us purchase additional exercise ball storage racks for our sensory gym at Bridge the Gap!

These racks help keep our gym safe, organized, and ready for activities like ball drumming, where our clients enjoy music, movement, exercise, and FUN! 🥁

What truly touches our hearts is that the John Reinke, Sr. Memorial Fund recognizes that everyone deserves opportunities to be active, regardless of age or ability.

We are especially grateful that their generosity extends beyond supporting youth in our local schools to also embrace the youth and adults we serve at Bridge the Gap. 🧩

Thank you for recognizing the potential in ALL abilities and making our clients part of your mission! Your thoughtfulness and generosity mean so much to our entire Bridge the Gap family! 💙

10/14/2026

🌅 Something special is happening right here in Shawano. 💙

As the sun rises over our beautiful community, another day of learning, laughter, friendship, growth, and opportunity begins at Bridge the Gap.

Behind our doors is so much more than a center. It’s a place where friendships are formed, independence is encouraged, abilities are celebrated, and everyone has a place to belong.

It’s a place filled with laughter, creativity, encouragement, accomplishments, and moments that truly matter.

We are incredibly fortunate to have a place like Bridge the Gap right here in Shawano. A place that not only supports individuals with disabilities and their families, but also makes our entire community stronger, more inclusive, and more connected.

Sometimes the most extraordinary things are happening right in our own backyard. 💙

We’re proud to be part of Shawano. And we’re even prouder of the amazing people who make Bridge the Gap such a special place.

💙 Bridge the Gap — Bridging ability and opportunity.

To be a part of it all, donate here: https://givebutter.com/XB1wfr

10/13/2026

🌟 Building Friendships, Confidence & Life Skills at BTG! 🌟

Our Elementary/Early Middle School Group is about so much more than just having fun together! 💙

Through engaging activities, group discussions, games, and community outings, our participants are developing essential social, emotional, and life skills that help them build meaningful relationships and navigate everyday situations.

Some of the important skills we focus on include:

🤝 Social Skills & Friendships: Learning how to interact with peers and adults, understand friendship expectations, respect personal boundaries, take turns, and build positive relationships.

💬 Communication: Practicing how to express wants, needs, and feelings appropriately, listen to others, participate in conversations, and advocate for themselves.

🧠 Emotional & Body Regulation: Recognizing emotions, understanding what our bodies are telling us, and developing strategies to stay regulated when situations feel overwhelming, frustrating, or exciting.

💡 Problem-Solving: Learning how to work through disagreements, handle unexpected situations, think about solutions, and make positive choices.

🌎 Community Skills: Practicing appropriate interactions and behaviors both inside BTG and out in the community, helping participants become more confident and independent in different environments.

At BTG, we recognize that these skills don't always come naturally, and that's okay! Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where participants can practice, make mistakes, learn from experiences, and celebrate their progress.

💙 Because building connections, understanding ourselves, and learning how to navigate the world around us are skills that last a lifetime!

Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/XB1wfr

10/10/2026

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day! 💚

Did you know that individuals with disabilities are significantly more likely to experience mental health challenges?

📊 The statistics speak volumes:

💚 1 in 3 adults with disabilities experience frequent mental distress.

💚 Adults with disabilities are 3.5 times more likely to experience major depression.

💚 1 in 8 adults with disabilities report experiencing suicidal thoughts.

At Bridge the Gap, we believe mental health matters for EVERYONE, regardless of ability. 💙

Everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, supported, and included.

Let’s continue building a community where no one feels alone and everyone knows they belong. 💙💚

Address

1415 E Green Bay Street, Ste 111
Shawano, WI
54166

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 3pm

Telephone

+17155263791

Website

https://www.bridgethegapforautism.org/, https://givebutter.com/XB1wfr

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