Sustainable Implementation of Family-Centered Transition Planning for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Project Description:
The University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability and the University of Maine Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies are collaborating on this NIDRR-funded project to develop a sustainable process for implementing a Family-Centered Transition Planning model for youth and young adults with autism spectrum disorders. Based on research demonstrating the effectiveness of Family-Centered Transition Planning in increasing student and parent expectations for adult life, student career decision-making, and student participation in employment and postsecondary education, this project develops an implementation package to embed this method of independent transition planning into the existing service and funding system on a long-term basis across multiple states.
The planning model includes three components: (1) structured group information/training sessions for families related to post-hig-school options, support funding, and planning; (2) development of individual support networks and person-centered planning meetings to develop a post-school plan and implement structured career exploration activities; and (3) ongoing social networking across families for information sharing and peer support.
Core Function(s):
Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information
Area of Emphasis
Education & Early Intervention
Target Audience:
Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
None
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
Regional
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
