transition

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My child is about to transition into adulthood; what should we consider at this time and who can support us?

There are many considerations during an individual with ASD’s transition into adulthood. Some of the areas include: Education At age 18, the individual with ASD will have the option of continuing until age 22 in receiving school transition services. This determination will be make during the IEP Transition Meeting. For more information about transition options in the educational system, contact Parents Reaching Out at (800) 524-5176 or (505) 247-0192. If the individual plans to attend college, they can seek support from the college’s office of accessibility. They would need to have a 504 from the high school and meet the […]

Resources for Adults with ASD

Autism Programs Family and Provider Resources Team Service Animals Information Network Library A Guide for Military Families Cap or the Client Assistant Program ASD Video Glossary Autism Internet Modules – which has modules on: Antecedent-Based Interventions (ABI) Parent-Implemented Intervention Screening Across the Lifespan for Autism Spectrum Disorders Transitioning Between Activities and MUCH MORE! Schedule A Hiring – Federal Government Most of the time, an individual must go through a competitive process which is open to all applicants. Selectees through this process are hired into the “Competitive Service”. The Schedule A Hiring Authority for people with disabilities (Schedule A) is an […]