Our Mission: 

Bridge the Gap, Inc.'s mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for those with Autism and all special abilities to reach their full potential as they journey from childhood through adolescence and into adulthood.  Our purpose is to provide individualized client programs and therapeutic interventions, strengthen family ties through education and raise public awareness of Autism and other special abilities.

Bridge the Gap, Inc. Board of Directors

Lesley LaLuzerne: President and Co-Founder/ Center Director

Wade Jeske: Vice President

Cari Van Gheem: Secretary/Treasurer

Jen Burkhardt: Board Member

Shari Delisle: Board Member

Favorite Things About Bridge the Gap:

"The friendships between the clients is priceless! Everyone is so accepting of all!" - Parent

"My favorite thing about BTG is the support from the staff. Thank you for always being there for the parents!" - Parent

"I am so thankful for the patience and kindness you have shown my son. I am eternally grateful for the leaps and bounds he has shown and the process he has made!" - Parent

"I like BTG, it has made me new friends and taught me lots of interesting stuff. Love when we go on trips, I learn a lot here!" - Client

"Amazed at our daughters progress with friendships and socializing" - Parent

​"Bridge the Gap is so accepting of all children where they are at. They make goals for the children that help them succeed in life." - Parent

"Bridge the Gap gives us a place to make friends and feel normal." - Client

"I like the way BTG finds different ways to help my son." - Parent

​"Bridge the Gap helps families to know they are not alone with the struggles of Autism." - Parents