This slide presentation is an overview of transitional support services for young adults with disabilities transitioning from children\\\'s service to adult service. The Children\\\'s Link Society offers information and support links to families who have a child with special needs. The transition support program offers support for young adults from ages 14-24.
7. and Professionals in the communitywho are planning to transition or are currently in the process of shifting from children’s services to adult services. Transitional Support Services
13. Transitional Supports Supports are delivered through a Family Centered Care Context: CLS works in partnership with parents/caregivers Develop relationship with parents Respect individual and family choices Build knowledge and increase strengths of families Encourage family participation in the transition process
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15. provides up-to-date information pertaining to AISH, PDD, Trusteeship and Guardianship with details on the steps to access these services and programsTransition Manual
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17. Reduces the research needed to be done while providing ample information to find the agencies that will support your family while promoting self-advocacy.Transition Grid
18. Transition Planning 4 Steps to a Successful Transition Get Ready Form a transition planning team Develop the plan Implement, Monitor and Update the plan
21. NeedsThink about your family’s needs Daily functioning and daily life Life planning Flexibility Create a Transition Portfolio Copies of photo ID SIN School Records and Assessments Medical Assessments