Transition to adulthood: Overview

This section covers:

• Creating a foundation for success
  

  Learn how families and caregivers can help create a foundation to support a student’s transition to adulthood.

• Transition planning: School to adult life
  

  Understand the transition planning process, your role, and the importance of a person-centered approach.

• Envisioning a best life
  

  Help your child develop a vision for their future and take steps to plan for their best life.

• Supporting independence and self-determination
  

  Support your youth to live as independently as possible and participate fully in their community.

• Preparing for employment
  

  Your youth can work in the community—help them develop a vision and reach their goals for work.

• Planning for postsecondary education and training
  

  Explore the possibilities and plan a path to learning after high school and beyond.

• Programs and services
  

  Find the programs and services that can help your youth transition into the next stage of life.

• Resources
  

  A list of helpful resources for transition-age youth and their families.