Tommy’s Friends offers a 2-year Transition Program for young adults who have either graduated, or aged-out of high school.  Instruction is individualized to address personal goals and achievements. 

B.E.S.T. of Long Island bridges the gap between the classroom and the community with a strong focus on soft skills such as self advocacy and interpersonal relationships. BEST sets students up for a successful transition.  Individuals will learn crucial transitional skills such as communication within the workplace, conflict resolution, time management,  maintaining personal finances, independent living, and preparing for in-person job interviews. BEST provides young adults with a variety of worksites to choose from that target a wide range of vocational skills and interests.  Our 3,000 square foot facility is equipped with a food pantry, a plant room, an office with reception desk, and a fast food counter with cash register and Point Of Sale system. Our studio apartment includes a living room, dining room, kitchen and bedroom area. Young adults will acquire independent living skills such as sorting and folding clothing and household items, making a bed, vacuuming and tidying up, making simple nutritious meals, cleaning the kitchen, managing a personal calendar, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.