Bridging to Work Ages 16 - 18

What to Work on From Home

  • at age 18 a person with disability may contact Employment & Income Assistance for assessment of eligibility 
  • apply for appropriate ID 
  • age 18 may involve move to adult residential facility with support from adult programs (ex: SLP,MH)

Educator Considerations

  • co-ordinate annual transition planning meeting
  • increase focus of instruction towards priority outcomes for transition 
  • advocate for establishment of community supports for adult life, where none currently exist