Jeanice Lee talks with Dan Haywood, Director of Neurodiversity Services at VALLEYLIFE serving the Phoenix Valley area, providing residential, day, vocational, and autism-focused support services for individuals with intellectual, developmental, physical, and autism-related disabilities. Haywood discusses VALLEYLIFE's programs, including 27 group homes, day services, employment support, and the Aspire Autism program for adults. He also shares the organization’s mission to expand autism services and increase community partnerships, volunteer opportunities, and inclusive employment experiences. A powerful success story highlights nonverbal adults with profound autism gaining confidence, communication skills, and reduced behavioral challenges through structured support. (ValleyLifeAZ.org)
Original airdate: 10/25/2026
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Jeanice joined K-LOVE in 2009 and she covers Southern California, Arizona and Hawai'i, including major markets Phoenix, San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles.
