The ASCENT Program (Afternoon Social Club Encouraging Networking and Transitions) is an afternoon program for teens and young people. ASCENT provides structured activities that promote independence, self-reliance, and are integrated into the community to the fullest extent possible.

The ASCENT members participate in activities that foster social and cultural awareness, personal growth and assist them to overcome the challenges of youth and their disabilities. It is a social club that is both community and center-based and implements life skills themes that include:

• Functional Literacy
• Money Management/Budgeting
• Time Management
• Personal Care and Hygiene Awareness
• Meal Planning, Shopping and Cooking
• Understanding/Practicing Social Standards
• Health, Safety and Fitness
• Community Safety
• Mobility/Travel Training

See a sample calendar of activities
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For more information on this program please email Karen Manning at ascent@barrypricecenter.org or call 617-332-7477 ext. 220.