RESPITE WAIVER FUNDING ACCEPTED!
2026 program dates:
Session 2: June 14th-19th
Session 3: June 21st-26th
Session 4: July 26th- July 31st (female only)
Session 5: Aug. 2th – 7th
COST: $2,000/week per participant.
Payment must be secured or funding agencies must provide proof that payment will be made if accepted into the ILE Program prior to the start of programming.
2026 ILE ONLINE APPLICATION LINK
Glade Run’s Independent Living Experience offers an innovative opportunity for young adults ages 18-35 with autism and/or intellectual disabilities to experience living away from home for six days. Young adults will gain confidence and understanding of their true abilities. During this six day stay, participants will be engaged in several different activities designed to increase social skills, promote adult readiness, build on employment skills, and encourage independence. Each day has a specific focus but also includes morning and evening activities, self-care time, group activity, meal preparation, and physical exercise.
Glade Run’s Independent Living Experience is designed for individuals diagnosed with autism and/or intellectual disability that are between the ages 18-35 years, have the ability to self-administer all medications, and who have the ability to navigate the community with support at a 1:5 ratio. This is an unique opportunity for young adults to experience independence!
How can applicants pay for ILE?
– Waiver Funding (call your Supports Coordinator)
– Apply for a Scholarship (scholarship form available online)
– ESY (Extended School Year) (talk to your school district)
– Private Pay (payment plans available)
For waiver funding, your Supports Coordinators (SC) will need to know:
- ILE is a Respite Camp, 24 Hours, Eligible Day
- Code: W7285
- Glade Run Lutheran Services: 100754254
2026 ILE ONLINE APPLICATION LINK
