Creating Quality of Life for Adults on the Autism Spectrum: The Story of Bittersweet Farms - Paperback

by Jeanne Dennler (Author), Carol S. Quick (Author), Ruth Wilson (Author)

This work provides an overview of the first farmstead community for adults with autism established in North America. The book also provides a detailed description and evaluation of the intervention model used to promote quality of life for the adults with autism who live at Bittersweet Farms.

Author Biography

Jeanne Dennler is a retired clinical psychologist with over 40 years working in private practice as a psychologist specializing in children and adults with autism, and has published numerous articles in professional journals. She served on the board of Bittersweet Farms and is a former clinical assistant professor of pediatrics, Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.

Carol S. Quick worked as a special education teacher, administrator, and director of varied federal and state-funded early intervention projects. Her professional writing accomplishments include the production of professional development modules, grant proposals, and evaluation plans. She has also served as a board member and consultant for numerous disability-focused organizations.

Ruth Wilson has authored several academic books, including Special Educational Needs in the Early Years (Routledge, 2003), Nature and Young Children (Routledge, 2018), and Naturally Inclusive (Gryphon House, 2022). She currently works with the Children & Nature Network as curator of the research library.