Research Support Services for Employment of Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum

Authors: Mathematica

Publication Date: December 16, 2025

Abstract: The purpose of this case study is to provide information about LifeMAP to the federal government, researchers, state government agencies, autism-related organizations, young adults with autism, service providers, and others.

Keywords: employees with disabilities

AUTHOR: Mathematica
ARTICLE TYPE: Case Study
Download Publication: Life Management Assistance Program (LifeMAP)

Research Support Services for Employment of Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum (REYAAS)
Project. REYAAS identifies promising practices and policies to support the employment of young
adults (ages 16 to 28) on the autism spectrum. The project is funded by the Office of Disability
Employment Policy (ODEP) within the U.S. Department of Labor. Mathematica leads the project in
partnership with ODEP. More information is available on the project web page.
The purpose of this case study is to provide information about LifeMAP to the federal government,
researchers, state government agencies, autism-related organizations, young adults with autism,
service providers, and others. LifeMAP is a coaching program that holds promise for supporting the
employment of young people on the autism spectrum.