My name is Carole Carlson and I am the sole proprietor of Forward BrightlyI have gratefully served people with a variety of disabilities and other life challenges โ€“ and their families - through the many transitions in their lives for over 15 years

Since 2008, I have been coordinating various projects focused on the transition from high school to college to career for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism and their families.  I have also worked with older adults with disabilities and those in recovery from substance use disorder.  I would be delighted to work with you as well! 

Our Mission

Forward Brightly supports individuals and families who are at any transitional stage or process in their lives to move forward with dignity, courage and hope to create the vision for their new life.

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Photo by Quinn Barbour

Our Vision

Forward Brightly seeks to be the community leader of transition supports for people with disabilities, people in recovery, and any others who are yearning for a creative transformation.

Our Values

  • Inclusive

  • Creativity

  • Community

  • Respectful

  • Strength-based

  • Solution-focused

  • Sustainable