CENTENNIAL, Colo. — At Holly Creek Retirement Community , 19-year-old Giovanni “Gio” Perez delivers bread to diners, refills water glasses and clears tables. But for residents like Jeanne Wilde, Perez offers much more than service — he brings joy.

“He’s just such a personable young man and delightful to be with,” Wilde said. “We figure that all of these kids that work here are our grandchildren, and we take a very special interest in them.”

Perez is part of Littleton Public Schools’ Transition Services program , which helps students with disabilities aged 18 to 21 move successfully from high school into adult life. The program pairs participants with real-world work opportunities, teaches independent living skills like navigating public transportation, and builds social connections t

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