Youth Engagement Resources 

The resources below consist of tools, materials, and information that are designed to empower young people as they build independence, plan for the future, and fully participate in school, work, and community life. These resources are designed to help youth with disabilities gain confidence, develop their strengths, and create a future that reflects their goals and dreams.

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Charting the LifeCourse Toolkit

This toolkit is designed to help caregivers understand the value of respite, learn from real life examples, and create a respite plan that enhances the lives of all family members. It’s meant for family caregivers of a child or adult with a disability, chronic condition, or functional limitation (or professionals who work with family caregivers). The toolkit, which is available in English and Spanish, is built upon the Charting the LifeCourse Framework, which was created BY FAMILIES to help individuals and families of all abilities and all ages: (a) develop a vision for a good life, (b) think about what they need to know and do, (c) identify how to find or develop supports, and (d) discover what it takes to live the lives they want to live.

Youth Engagement Topics

Financial Literacy

Racial and Cultural Diversity

Romance, Sexuality, and Gender Identity

Youth Self Advocacy

Youth Leadership

Miscellaneous Youth Resources