Helping young adults attain their highest level of independence and strive for sustainable employment
About Us
Lionheart WORKS
Lionheart WORKS is a vocationally focused program dedicated to empowering adults who have autism and other neurodiverse abilities. We serve individuals age 18 and up. Through a participant driven, supportive, and strengths-based approach, we provide meaningful opportunities for skill development, community engagement, and employment readiness. Our teamWORKS program offers enriching group based experiences that foster collaboration and social growth, while iWORKS supports individuals pursuing independent employment pathways tailored to each individual’s unique interests and goals. At Lionheart WORKS, we are committed to helping each participant build confidence, independence, and community.
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Lionheart is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in the year 2000 by a group of parents and professionals who created a supportive and nurturing environment for children with challenges of relating and communicating. Lionheart started in a small cottage on the grounds of the Alpharetta Presbyterian Church, and worked diligently to create a model program that focused on each child’s individual differences. In 2010, with the support of families, friends, foundations and the community, Lionheart moved into a new school building that was designed specifically for the population it serves.
As Lionheart School students began to age out of the school program, Lionheart realized the growing need for a post-secondary option, especially for individuals wanting to learn skills to obtain employment. Lionheart WORKS was founded in 2015 to support individuals seeking community and employment. Since 2015, Lionheart WORKS has served over 90 adults.
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Enrollment & Hours
We accept enrollment requests year-round. Our program has rolling enrollment. Participants can be enrolled part time or full time in the program. The participants, family members, Lionheart WORKS staff, vocational counselors, and worksite supervisors together form a team to encourage participants to attain their highest level of independence and strive for sustainable employment.
Monday – Thursday
9AM-3PM
Friday
9AM-2PM
Our Events
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Grilling & Gridiron
Join us for Alpharetta’s biggest tailgating event! Grilling & Gridiron is our annual tailgating event that includes amazing food, football, fellowship, and more. Since 2014, Grilling & Gridiron has brought the community together in the heart of Downtown Alpharetta, right behind Truck & Tap.
This year’s event will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026. We hope to see you there!
- September 12, 2026
- 12:00 pm
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Lionheart is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in the year 2000 by a group of parents and professionals who created a supportive and nurturing environment for children with challenges of relating and communicating.
You are the Heart + Soul of Lionheart WORKS! Each donation helps our organization realize our mission of providing individuals with autism and other neurodiversities a comprehensive range of educational, therapeutic and vocational services to maximize the potential for their highest level of independence. Heartfelt thanks for your support.
