Table of Contents
GETTING STARTED
Developing a Vision
Person-Centered Planning
Letter of Intent
Transition Timeline
Student’s Role in Transition
Family’s Role in Transition
Tips for Maximizing the Educational Process
TRANSITION ESSENTIALS
Federal and Massachusetts Laws on Transition
Chapter 688/Turning 22
DS Adult Eligibility
Supports for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
MASSCAP and Prioritization
Supports Intensity Scale (SIS)
Adult Services
Participant-Directed Supports Program
Agency With Choice Program: Co-Directed Supports
mployment First Initiative
Transportation
Family Support, Recreation, and Friendships
State Agency Resources
Residential Alternatives
DDS Home and Community-Based Waiver Overview
OTHER RESOURCES & CONSIDERATIONS
Age of Majority, Guardianship, and Alternatives
MassHealth Benefits
SSI Benefits
Special Needs Trusts
Transition Information Fact Sheet No. 1
Developing a Vision
A “Vision” for a young person’s future after high school is based on that person’s interests, aspirations and dreams. It is helpful to start thinking and developing a realistic Vision for the future during the teen years. Parents, siblings, teachers, friends, and other interested parties can help and support the young person to develop a Vision.
It is important that goals, objectives, and strategies developed on the Individualized Education Program (IEP) during later school years support the Vision. The Vision is a starting point and can be revised over time.
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