Applications are now being accepted for the 2026–2027 Finding Balance program!
Finding Balance
Finding Balance is a year-round, farm-based adult program at 3 Bluebirds Farm designed for adults with autism who have transitioned out of high school and are ready to continue growing in confidence, independence, and meaningful participation in adult life.
Unlike traditional day programs, Finding Balance provides a structured pathway for continued personal growth through real-world experiences, purposeful responsibilities, community engagement, and meaningful relationships. Participants strengthen communication, emotional regulation, self-advocacy, teamwork, responsibility, and workplace behaviors while contributing to the life of the farm and the broader community. Our small-group model allows participants to learn through experience, receive individualized coaching, and practice new skills in authentic settings where growth happens naturally. Throughout the year, participants may enroll in one or more complete sessions, earning Bluebird Badges and Milestone Certificates that recognize progress while opening doors to expanded responsibilities, internships, supported employment, and future leadership opportunities.
Finding Balance is built on a simple belief:
Adults with autism deserve opportunities not only to continue learning—but also to contribute, belong, and discover meaningful purpose.
Because learning doesn't stop at age 18.
Program at a Glance
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Raleigh, NC (3 Bluebirds Farm)
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Adults (18+) with Autism, out of school
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Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
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Farm-Based Adult Day Program
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Seven Sessions Throughout the Year
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Application & Interview Required Prior to Registration
Follow the steps below to join our program
Application Process
Finding Balance uses a two-step enrollment process. Applicants must first be accepted into the program before registering for individual sessions.
2026-2027 Calendar & Tuition
Finding Balance offers seven themed sessions throughout the program year. Participants may enroll in one or more complete sessions based on their interests and personal goals. Each session provides structured learning, meaningful real-world experiences, and opportunities to strengthen communication, independence, emotional regulation, responsibility, workplace behaviors, and community engagement through active participation in the life of the farm.
2026-2027 Program Sessions
Session 1
August 31-September 25, 2026
Building the Nest
Duration: 4 weeks
Session 2
October 5-30, 2026
Conversation & Connection
Duration: 4 weeks
Session 3
December 7-18, 2026
Emotional Balance
Duration: 3 weeks
Session 4
January 4-29, 2027
Handling Conflict
Duration: 4 weeks
Session 5
March 1-19, 2027
Stepping Into Independence
Duration: 3 weeks
Session 6
April 5-30, 2027
Responsibility & Community
Duration: 4 weeks
Session 7
June 1-11, 2027
Flight Lab
Duration: 2 weeks
• 2-Week Session: $950 Standard | $900 Pathway
• 3-Week Session: $1425 Standard | $1350 Pathway
• 4-Week Session: $1,900 Standard | $1800 Pathway
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Step 6
Registration
Registration/Enrollment is available only to accepted participants. Session spaces are reserved after registration and deposit payment. General Registration begins on July 1.
