Core Buddies emerged from a vision for spaces where neurodivergent individuals and their families don't just exist, but thrive. We champion architectural inclusion, moving beyond basic compliance to design environments that genuinely support sensory regulation and joyful engagement.
Founded by Jason Perkins, a psychology graduate with a passion for advancing neurodiversity and community inclusion, Core Buddies brings together a multidisciplinary team of trained behavioral therapists, speech therapists, ABA professionals, and advocates. Our neurodivergent-led approach ensures every initiative, from community events to workforce development programs, is rooted in authentic understanding. We partner with schools, healthcare centers, employers, and civic spaces to foster dignity, accessibility, and meaningful opportunities for all.
As Core Buddies has grown, its leadership has evolved to meet the changing needs of the community. This transition reflects the organization’s continued commitment to innovation, inclusion, and empowering individuals and families across every stage of life. By embracing fresh perspectives while honoring the foundation on which the organization was built, Core Buddies continues to strengthen its impact through collaborative leadership, evidence-informed practices, and meaningful partnerships that advance accessibility, belonging, and opportunity for neurodivergent individuals and the communities that support them.
Accessibility isn't an accommodation. It's foundational architecture.
We believe true accessibility means creating environments where sensory regulation and pure joy exist side by side, seamlessly integrated into every aspect of design.
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