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mom3aut1not
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Posted: Oct 11 2014 at 6:32pm \| IP Logged

Although I have older kids with special needs, my little guy is the first one where it is quite clear at this point (beginning of high school) that he will not be independent (unless a miracle occurs). I have not worked explicitly on transition (from high school to adult life) before. Has anyone? When do you recommend I start on this? What exactly did you do for a child who can't go to college? Did you get access to any of the services available to kids in ps that are not part of school? (Work programs, etc.)

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Posted: Oct 11 2014 at 9:32pm \| IP Logged

Deborah, there are some good programs in our state for young adults transitioning just as you describe. One of my local homeschooling friends has explored these programs in depth; some offer training, others offer assessments so you and your child can determine what level of independence is possible and desirable. You have lots of time before he could participate in these programs, so you can gather information and talk with people about them.

I have a zany life just now, but I will try to remember to ask my friend for specific program names and points of contact.

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Posted: Oct 11 2014 at 9:45pm \| IP Logged

Nancy,

Thank you.

In Christ,

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Posted: Oct 17 2014 at 9:08am \| IP Logged

I am following this thread as well. I have one who may need more assistance/supervision as she transitions. I know in my state one needs to be connected with social services in the county and possibly connected with the school district to best take advantage of these sorts of services. So far we have avoided social services and currently have an IEP but not getting services this school year. Still have to figure out what to do there and whether we want to continue with that!

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Posted: Oct 17 2014 at 7:31pm \| IP Logged

I talked with a friend and, in our state, you need to sign up for high school to adult transition services a few years early. Wherever you live, it's worth a call to your Department of Education to find out how to start this process.

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