Transition to Adulthood Hub

Transition to Adulthood is a large topic that spans age ranges. The CPIR has many resources related to transition in general and the categories associated with it, including starting the transition process in high school, graduation, higher education, employment and training (WIAO, VR, etc.), independent living, becoming a self-advocate, and much, much more.

Resources from Our Partners at the RAISE Center and the RSA-PTIs

The CPIR is proud to collaborate with the National RAISE Center in bringing the following transition resources collection to you. The information here is broken up into 8 categories that span the breadth of topics RAISE addresses for youth/young adults with disabilities and their families as they navigate the transition from high school to secondary school, competitive employment, independent living, and more.

The resources in this section come directly from the RAISE’s extensive curation of Transition-related resources from professional and educational organizations as well as advocacy groups and, of course, the 7 RSA-PTIs that work to support transition in their states.

Transition Materials from CPIR

This list will update any time a transition-related item is added to the Resource Library.

Buzz |Early Childhood Development, AI in K-12, Disability Transition, and Family Engagement

CPIR, English, Featured Resource, Newsletter, Newsletter-Buzz, Transition from School to Adult Life, Web Based

Welcome to November’s edition of the Buzz from the Hub! As the year winds down and families prepare for the holiday season, staying informed about the latest in education and effective ways to support learning remains as important as ever.

Buzz | Resources to Support with Mental Health and Bullying

CPIR, ELL, English, Newsletter-Buzz, PDF, Spanish, Transition from School to Adult Life, Web Based

September feels like a fresh start, doesn’t it? The kids are back in school and parents are back to working more “normal” hours at work. Now that the kids are back in school, though, there are some topics that may come up such as bullying and mental health.

Buzz | Transitioning Back to School

CPIR, ELL, English, Newsletter-Buzz, PDF, Spanish, Transition from School to Adult Life, Web Based

August…the month when families are enjoying the last few weeks of summer break, but it is also the month when families and students are starting to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Buzz | We Asked and You Answered

CPIR, ELL, English, Newsletter-Buzz, PDF, Spanish, Transition from School to Adult Life, Web Based

Earlier this year we conducted a brief 3-question survey with Parent Center subscribers to reassess their needs. Respondents provided us with useful feedback and we are excited to share the results below!

Age of Majority

CPIR, English, Financial & Legal Planning, IEP, In Person, Parent Center Personnel, Parents, Postsecondary, School-aged, State and Local Agency Staff, TA Providers, Transition to Adulthood, Web Based, Web Page, Youth

What Does Age of Majority Mean? "The age of majority is the legally defined age at which a person is considered an adult, with all the attendant rights and responsibilities of adulthood. The age of majority is defined by state laws, which vary by state” (U.S....

Getting Ready for Independent Living at the Age of Majority

Advocacy, Advocates, CPIR, Educators, English, Family-centered services, Financial & Legal Planning, Highly Rated, In Person, Members of Parent Center Advisory Board, Native American Parents of Children with Disabilities, Native American Youth with Disabilities, OSEP-funded project, Other Professionals, Parent Center Directors, Parent Center Personnel, Parent Organization Leaders, Parents, Postsecondary, School-aged, Self-advocacy | Youth, Service Providers, State and Local Agency Staff, Student Achievement, TA Providers, Transition from School to Adult Life, Transition to Adulthood, Web Based, Web Page, Youth, Youth and Parents

This resource is part of the series Getting Ready for When Your Teen Reaches the Age of Majority: A Parent's Guide. When young people with disabilities reach the "age of majority," they gain the right to manage their own affairs, including where they will live and...

Getting Ready for Healthcare at the Age of Majority

Advocacy, Advocates, CPIR, Educators, English, Family supports, Family-centered services, Health, Health Transition, Highly Rated, In Person, Members of Parent Center Advisory Board, Native American Parents of Children with Disabilities, Native American Youth with Disabilities, OSEP-funded project, Other Professionals, Parent Center Directors, Parent Center Personnel, Parent Organization Leaders, Parental Rights, Parents, Postsecondary, School-aged, Self-advocacy | Youth, Service Providers, State and Local Agency Staff, Student Achievement, TA Providers, Transition from School to Adult Life, Transition to Adulthood, Web Based, Web Page, Youth, Youth and Parents

Psychosis in Teenagers

Healthcare, Mental Health, Mental Health Resources, Other Professionals, Parent Center Directors, Parent Center Personnel, Parent Involvement, Parent Organization Leaders, Parents, Salud Mental, Service Providers, State and Local Agency Staff, TA Providers, Working with Youth, Youth and Parents

(2023, July) | Useful for Parent Centers, community organizations, and families supporting teens and youth with psychosis This series of articles comes from the Child Mind Institute, with most articles available in English and Spanish. Organized as a...

Dispelling Myths associated with Assistive Technology

Featured Resource, Mental Health, Native American Parents of Children with Disabilities, Other Professionals, Parent Center Directors, Parent Center Personnel, Parent Involvement, Parent Organization Leaders, Parents, Salud Mental, Service Providers, State and Local Agency Staff, TA Providers, Working with Youth, Youth and Parents

Educational Technology (OET) provided the guidance “to increase understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act’s (IDEA’s) requirements regarding assistive technology (AT) devices and services, and dispel common misconceptions regarding AT, while also providing examples of the use of AT devices and services for children with disabilities,” according to a Dear Colleague Letter accompanying the AT guidance.
The guidance, Myths and Facts Surrounding Assistive Technology Devices and Services, highlights 28 myths and facts related to AT devices and services. The guidance provides additional information and resources to support children with disabilities and identifies related requirements addressed in the IDEA

Guía para Padres: Cómo Prepararse para Cuando su Hijo Adolescente Alcance la Mayoría de Edad

Advocacy, Advocates, CPIR, Educators, English, Family supports, Family-centered services, Highly Rated, Members of Parent Center Advisory Board, Native American Parents of Children with Disabilities, Native American Youth with Disabilities, OSEP-funded project, Parent Center Directors, Parent Center Personnel, Parent Organization Leaders, Parents, Postsecondary, School-aged, Section 504, Self-advocacy | Youth, Service Providers, Spanish, Student Achievement, TA Providers, Transition from School to Adult Life, Web Based, Web Page, Youth, Youth and Parents

Información actualizada, mayo del 2023En inglés | In English La Mayoría de Edad, es la edad cuando los adolescentes se convierten legalmente en adultos. A partir de este momento adquieren los derechos de los adultos, que incluyen el derecho a votar, casarse, solicitar...

Resources from Our Partners at the RAISE Center and the RSA-PTIs

Transition Materials from CPIR

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