Technology-Supported Community Skill Development

In alignment with AMF’s mission to create inclusive opportunities through education, communication access, and technology, Community Networking empowers neurodiverse individuals to use technology to:

• Communicate effectively in community settings
• Navigate daily living tasks with greater independence
• Build natural supports and community relationships
• Access information, resources, and opportunities
• Strengthen self‑confidence and self‑advocacy

Technology becomes the bridge that supports autonomy, reduces reliance on paid staff, and enhances participation in real‑world environments.

Technology-Supported Community Skill Development: individualized tools that build independence, confidence, and meaningful community participation.

Communication & Social Interaction

Connect, express needs, and build   relationships.

• Texting, email, and video chat
• Voice output apps
• Social scripts and visual supports
• Help-request and self-advocacy tools

Activities of Daily Living

Support routines and everyday independence.

• Appointment, medication, hygiene, and task reminders
• Step-by-step visual supports
• Grocery, meal planning, and healthy living apps
• Maps, ride services, and route planning

Community   Access & Resource Navigation

Find places, opportunities, events, and supports.

• Resource-locating apps for libraries, parks, recreation, and volunteer sites
• Employment, volunteer, and education exploration
• Community calendars and interest-based groups
• Safety, awareness, and confidence tools

Self-Determination   & Problem-Solving

Make choices, solve problems, and practice independence.

• Technology-based decision supports
• Tools to identify solutions and evaluate choices
• Digital literacy for modern community systems