Take this session with a professional recruiter and learn practical tips and strategies for showing up confidently in virtual interviews. We’ll cover what to expect, how to prepare, and ways to make a strong impression.
Cost: FREE; registration required by July 6th
Who this is for:
Individuals preparing for job interviews or exploring employment opportunities.
College was built for you, too! Come meet local universities committed to making higher education more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming. Hear directly how they are building campuses where neurodivergent students don’t just survive, they thrive. Ask questions. Get real answers. No pressure, no recruitment, just an honest conversation about what is possible.
Cost: FREE; registration required, and spots are limited.
Who this is for:
Anyone who is preparing for or thinking about higher education within the next two years.
Pick up a paintbrush and let your creativity flow! Join us for Sandy Masterpieces, a guided painting experience led by a talented MOCA artist. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a first-time canvas explorer, you’ll be guided step-by-step to create your very own beach-inspired masterpiece to take home.
Cost: $15; registration required & spots are limited. Financial assistance available. Email jenny@cayaproject.org
BRIDGE Bootcamp is a 6-module, 3-week program for students preparing to transition into high school or college. This program is for every kind of learner who wants support building skills to manage their time and tasks as they take on more responsibility as a teen or young adult.
Cost: $200 financial assistance available
Bootcamp will focus on:
An introduction to how AI tools can support everyday life—from organization to communication and beyond. Designed to be accessible, practical, and easy to apply.
Cost: FREE; registration required
Who this is for:
Anyone curious about using technology to make daily tasks easier.
If you have an IEP or 504 plan and are thinking about college, this session is for you. Meghan Ashburn will walk us through what rights carry forward after high school and how to ask for accommodations in ways that actually work.
Cost: FREE; registration required
Who this is for:
Anyone interested in how to apply and advocate for accommodations in college.
Grab your glove and friends and join us for a night of baseball and community! This is a fundraiser for CAYA, and every ticket sold goes directly to CAYA’s programs, events, and scholarships supporting neurodivergent adults across Hampton Roads. Stay after the game for a fireworks show to close out the night.
Cost: $25/ticket; financial assistance available. Email jenny@cayaproject.org
A 12-module program focused on building skills, confidence, and independence. Participants will engage in structured sessions designed to support personal growth and real-world readiness.
Cost: $400 financial aid available
Who this is for:
Adults ready to grow their independence and build real-world life skills.
But First, READY is CAYA’s introduction-to-the-workforce program. Intentionally crafted to meet young adults at the beginning of their journey, helping them explore strengths, uncover interests, and build the communication skills and self-advocacy to move forward with confidence. Whether you are thinking about first volunteer opportunity or job – BFR is a great place to start!
Cost: $400 financial aid available
Who this is for:
For people who are 18+ looking to build the skills and confidence for success in their first workplace experience.
BRIDGE helps adults achieve their personal independence goals by providing the tools, resources, and support needed for everyday life — at home, at work, and in the community
Participants will learn:
Cost: $500 financial aid available
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