High school is a critical time for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families as they begin planning for life beyond the education system. This stage of life is known as transition and typically begins around age 15. Transition planning includes exploring important adult-life areas such as employment, post-secondary education, independent or supported living, transportation, health care, benefits, and legal considerations like guardianship and decision-making supports.

For transition-aged youth and their families, this period can bring a lot of new information, important decisions, and planning tasks. Sorting through options, timelines, and responsibilities can often feel overwhelming.

Sound familiar? Then you’ll want to check out the Life After High School information below.

This guide is designed to help students and families plan for adult life by providing resources, along with tools to help students discover their interests, strengths, and goals for life after graduation.

Our advocacy team is here to help you and your loved one explore options and connect you to additional resources if needed. Click here to submit a request for Individual & Family Advocacy.

 

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