Explore independence and the joy of neurodivergent community with our week-long program for teens and young adults! MICC’s Summer program is a weeklong journey for autistic and neurodivergent teens and young adults to a future filled with possibilities for living independently, working purposefully and thriving in community. This is a great introduction to MICC’s hands-on, skills-based approach as attendees build independent living skills, explore careers through on-the-job learning, practice self-advocacy and receive social coaching.

Staff work alongside autistic and neurodivergent participants to:
- Gain and practice social skills and social engagement.
- Practice general safety skills.
- Learn appropriate conversation in different settings.
- Explore a variety of careers through tours and speaking to industry professionals.
- Practice independent living skills including laundry, cleaning, and cooking.
- Create lifelong friendships.

In 2025, two, one-week daily programming sessions are available to a wider age range. There is not an overnight component.

Session 1: Ages 18-25
June 9-13, 2025

Session 2: Ages 15-18
June 23-27, 2025

We welcome professionals, families, and prospective students to learn more to determine if MICC's Summer Program is right for you. Visit our website, www.micc.org to self-schedule a tour with a member of the admissions team.

Financial Assistance Available

MICC’s internal financial assistance is not available for the Summer Program. Third-party funding options may be available through state and/or county resources such as MN waivers, and possibly other county funding sources. Contact your local county agency, and/or current case manager for information on how to use funding towards this program.

MICC supports students in food preparation for lunches and provides snack options. Breakfast and dinner are not provided.

Food will be monitored, but MICC staff cannot require nor force students to adhere to a specific menu plan. Students with significant allergies, dietary issues, or food concerns must be able to self-regulate food consumption while at MICC.

About MICC

Our vision is a world where autistic and neurodivergent adults thrive, are accepted and valued.

Since 1996, MICC has provided transformative education and training for autistic and neurodivergent adults to live independently, work purposefully and thrive in community. From our home in Richfield, MN, MICC has cultivated a broad network of public and private partnerships to ensure accessibility to our programs and opportunities for MICC participants across Minnesota and nationwide.

Within our innovative framework of hands-on, skills-based learning and caring guidance, MICC participants accomplish things they never imagined, from performing daily living tasks and building self-sufficiency to developing and sustaining a career, support system and lifelong relationships. Within the safety and freedom of our inclusive community, MICC participants begin to see themselves in a new light, gaining the confidence they need to build the lives they want to live.

Learn more at micc.org!