The Origin of the Life-Prep Program
Fifteen-years ago Dr. Kaplan began her clinical work with young adults who had “failed to launch” successfully into independent life. In working with these individuals, she noticed despite the best and most current evidence-based treatment available, progress was taking a significant amount of time and effort. These individuals struggled to gain traction in financial, housing, employment, health, and social independence.
The Facts
According to the Pew Research Center (2021), 52% of young adults (ages 18-24) are living with their childhood caretakers, a number which is now higher than during the Great Depression. This number has been steadily increasing over the years (e.g., in 2016 was approximately 45%). While the numbers increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, it was not over and above what the trends had projected. The pandemic merely highlighted young adults failing to leave the home and gain independence as an issue of increasing alarm and concern.
Launch with us successfully!
Our lesson series includes an animated class to help visualize real-world skill acquisition.
We include expertise and diversity with our students: Mindy, Atlas and instructor, Dr. K.