About Us

At the start of our journey, ShineLight was known as Genesis: A New Beginning. Genesis was originally created to serve the residential needs of individuals with developmental disabilities. As time passed, we were called to navigate a more distinct path with a select group of individuals who needed our help – individuals with autism.
Those who suffer from complications of autism are a specialized group and often require differentiated care. While we continue to support individuals with I/DD, just like a cardiologist choses to specialize in matters relating to the heart, at ShineLight, we have made a deliberate choice to focus on the very specific needs of individuals with autism.

Our experienced leadership is uniquely qualified to take ShineLight on this journey and create a wellness environment designed to help engage individuals with autism helping them shine their light. Our name, ShineLight, represents our desire to Brighten the lives of individuals with autism by providing a guiding light which helps them to find their own inner light. Our goal is to be a beacon of hope for everyone touched by autism.

Mission

What We Do.

We at ShineLight seek to provide a wellness environment for individuals with Autism through radiating dedication, purpose, and devotion in our daily service.

Vision

Why We Do It.

Empowering those we serve to live their fullest life.

Our Promises

To our friends with autism, a spectrum of promises from your ShineLight Family.

We will always see you as a person first. Autism is only one of many aspects of your character.

We will be patient when the words fail you and look for other clues you might provide.

We appreciate and respect your acute sensory perceptions and will help you work through them.

We will clearly and concisely communicate directly to you in plain, orderly words.

We will use concrete language and avoid confusing idioms, puns, metaphors, sarcasm, etc.

We will provide visual demonstrations and cues with language to help you understand.

We will always focus on your strengths and help empower you to find “your best way” of overcoming challenges.

We will help you navigate social challenges and teach you appropriate responses.

We will help you learn what triggers cause your meltdowns and help you prevent them and thrive.

We will provide unconditional care, support, respect, and most of all, patience.

We will do everything we can to help you shine your light and share your brilliance!