Short for ASD Youth for Community, Engagement and Socialization, AYCES is a life skills and activity program designed to support youth diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who may face challenges in understanding social cues and in forming or maintaining personal relationships. To be eligible, participants must be 12–18 years old and living at home.

A goal of the AYCES After school program is to provide a brief break with a flexible family/youth centered approach. The program provides a safe, fun space for youth to get to together with their peers with a focus on healthy relationships, understanding and managing emotions, communication and understanding social cues. This service strives to engages youth, encouraging the development and maintaining of a peer network, empowering them to build their capacity, enhancing their social and life skills.