What's next after high school? Students in Dutchess County who have IEPs and 504s are invited to find out during The Transition and Resource Fair.

A time capsule in honor of World Autism Awareness Month was created by people in the Without Walls (WOW) program at the farm.

Without Walls participants release video about their experiences in the community.

The Life Skills program is uniquely matched to each person's goals and teaches self-reliance.

CBS now offers engaging and innovative Site Based Respite care at Cultivating Dreams Farm for families in need of support during afternoons, evenings, and even weekends.

Community Based Services (CBS), celebrated 40 years of serving people with disabilities in the Hudson Valley and Taconic regions. The nonprofit parent organization of Cultivating Dreams celebrated its 40th anniversary with the relaunch of Cultivating Dreams Farm on August 26.

Cultivating Dreams is actively seeking an experienced farmer for hire. In this rewarding role, the farmer will schedule, implement and monitor indoor and outdoor activities centered on planting, growing, and harvesting naturally grown fruits and vegetables while working with adults with special needs. This is a wonderful opportunity to apply your knowledge and leadership in a beautiful setting while making a difference in the lives of other people.

What is the best environment for people with autism? Much has been written on this subject, but one thing is certain. People with autism thrive in serene surroundings that take into consideration lighting, color, sound, and other positive sensory experiences. Cultivating Dreams Farm is such a place.

Our prevocational agriculture program teaches individuals the basics of planting, growing and harvesting food. Their recent growing project culminated in delicious and nutritious mini salad bowls.

We are pleased to announce the launch of a new Career page, designed to make looking for a job at CBS easier. Find links to available positions, learn about benefits and easily apply.