About Autism Life and Living

Autism Life and Living, Inc.

About Us

Helping Youth & Young Adults with Autism and Related Needs Thrive

Autism Life and Living (ALL) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Arizona, founded by a dedicated mother of two young men with autism. Driven by the urgent need for long-term housing and meaningful support options for her sons and others like them, she created ALL as a beacon of hope for youth and young adults with autism and other intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). ALL provides programs designed to empower neurodiverse individuals through life skills education, workforce development, social engagement, relationship-building classes, and resource navigation. With a long-term vision of creating a safe, inclusive independent living community, ALL is committed to ensuring that the most vulnerable among us have the opportunity to live self-directed lives filled with safety, dignity, and purpose.

“We’re not a service you access. We’re a community you belong to” ~Lisa Schey, Founder & CEO

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Program Services Guide

Certified Autism Center

Autism Life and Living has worked with The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to be designated as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). Our staff has completed training and certification in best practices when assisting autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals. By undergoing additional autism-specific training, the goal is for our team to be better equipped to provide better service and experiences to all. Learn more about what it means to be a Certified Autism Center™

How It Started

The Concept

One of the most compelling and foundational stories we share about Autism Life and Living (ALL) is the story of our inception. ALL was founded by a determined single mother of two young men with autism. Her journey of navigating the challenges and triumphs of raising her sons highlighted a significant support service and housing gap for young adults with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD).

This gap left many families struggling to find suitable and supportive environments where their children could thrive independently. Her experience and vision led to the creation of ALL, driven by the belief that these vulnerable individuals are not only capable of learning and achieving independence but also of becoming self-determined, productive members of society. This story is a testament to the power of a mother’s love and advocacy, demonstrating how personal struggles can inspire significant community change and support.

Lisa and her boys-2007

Statistics Matter

Why We Do What We Do

Our 2025 Impact:

$98K

In-Kind Donations

$457K

Revenue Generated

1,230

Volunteer Hours

44

Classes/Events Held

385

Individuals Served

334

Stakeholders

Your Support Makes a Difference

Financials

At Autism Life and Living, Inc., we are committed to making sure your donation has the greatest impact. We prioritize keeping costs outside of our programs as low as possible, ensuring that most of your contribution directly supports those in need. This means you can trust that your generous gift is helping fund initiatives that are shaping a better future for the children in our community.

2024 – Form 990

2023 – Form 990-EZ

2022 – Form 990-EZ