You haven't heard from us in a while, but we promise it will be worth it! We have two big updates to share about our new Adult Day Program space in Leominster, MA. Read on to meet our first official member and to get one final sneak peek of building progress before we officially open!
This year's graduation ceremony at Newton North High was an especially meaningful one for us. Lucy Howard-Karp, a senior in the CAPS Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program, was selected as the Student Speaker for the Class of 2026. To say we’re proud is an understatement.
The Senators Program has a new home and a new name. Now located in a dedicated space in the new Leominster building, the McCaul School honors former Executive Director Dr. Ed McCaul while expanding support services and opportunities for students who are on the autism spectrum.
Explore the latest progress on Momentum, our new Leominster, MA adult day program! Walls are up, paint is starting to brighten up the space and key areas like the fitness center, mock apartment, and teaching kitchen are starting to take shape.
CAPS is excited to launch a new community-based day program in Leominster for adults seeking empowerment, connection, and opportunity. Adults will receive support to build life skills, explore employment, and foster independence.
From just eight students in the 1970s to more than 200 today, CAPS Collaborative is celebrating 50 years of helping individuals across Massachusetts reach their full potential through quality special education and support services.
CAPS Collaborative and Affordable Interior Systems (AIS) have joined forces to create inclusive, hands-on employment opportunities through the AIS Radiance Program, helping adults build confidence, independence, and real-world job skills in a supportive, welcoming environment.
Our Deaf and Hard of Hearing middle schoolers shined in their latest production, Artist Retreat! Plus, the combination of including ASL into the actual script together with the new interpreter seating section made this show a fantastic example of inclusion.
CAPS expands to 12 member districts with the addition of Ayer-Shirley. This partnership strengthens CAPS' collaborative spirit and aligns with ASRSD's vision of academic excellence. Together, we're poised for new opportunities and growth in education.
CAPS is teaming up with our Fitchburg neighbor, Monty Tech to help local unemployed young adults develop workforce skills at no cost. The program is called STEP: Supportive Training Education Program.