Beginning at age 14, a youth’s Individualized Education Program will include a plan for preparing for life after high school. These resources can help students and parents participate in transition planning.

• Transition Guide
• Catch Your Dream
• Your Rights in Special Education
• Ten Transition Tips
• Transitioning to Adulthood Explained
• Transition Tips from Parents

Post-Secondary education, such as college, university, or trade school can be accessible for all students. These resources can help you plan and prepare for your student’s education.

• National Center for College Students with Disabilities
• Tips for College Bound Students with Disabilities
• The Types of Colleges and How they Differ
• Think College
• Preparing for Post-Secondary Education 
• Accommodations in Post-Secondary Education
• College Funding for Students with Disabilities

Did you know that people who have good self-advocacy skills are more successful in school, work, and life. These resources can help youth develop this critical skill.

• Your Journey to Self Determination
  Sign up here for Cadre’s “Your Journey to Self Determination Series” which offers six short self-guided courses designed to teach youth with disabilities critical skills needed to understand their own needs and effectively self-advocate.

• Advocacy Tips
• Self-Determination Makes a Difference
• Consent and Kids with Disabilities
• How Do I Help My Child Become Self-Determined?
• Enhancing Self Determination at Home
• 4 Steps for Stronger Self-Advocacy
• The Arc Self Determination Statement

There are many skills that are important to learn before adulthood. This section includes helpful information for developing the skills necessary for independent living.

• Life Skills Checklist
• Preparing for Independent Living
• Taking Responsibility for your Medical Care
• Managing Your Own Personal Assistance Services
• Emergency Planning and Preparedness for Individuals with Disabilities
• The Fair Housing Act
• 10 Ways to Improve Communication Skills
• Transportation Options
• Talking with Your Young Adult About Underage Drinking
• The Changing Role of Parents

Laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and Olmstead define the rights of individuals with disabilities. Here is what you need to know about these laws

• Terms and Phrases to Know
• What is the ADA?
• Americans with Disabilities Act 30^th Anniversary
• Explaining Olmstead Supreme Court Decision
• The Olmstead Supreme Court Decision in a Nutshell
• Olmstead Decision and After

Whether you are trying to get your first job or planning for a long-term career, these resources can help you identify and develop skills needed to be successful at work.

• Make Work Experiences a Priority
• Career Development for Youth with Disabilities
• Employment Accommodations Explained
• 12 Steps for Easing the Transition to Work
• What are Soft Skills
• Communication
• Enthusiasm and Attitude
• Teamwork
• Networking
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Professionalism

Supported decision making is an alternative to guardianship which allows individuals with disabilities to make decisions about their own life with help from their supporters. This information can help you determine if supported decision making is the right choice for you.

• Supported Decision Making in Nevada
• Supported Decision Making with Will McMillan
• Supported Decision Making Chart
• NGA Statement on Guardianship and SDM
• Supported Decision Making in Health Care

Budgeting and money management is a critical skill for everyone but takes even more planning when disability benefits are involved. These resources will help you feel confident in managing your finances.

• How to make SSI Work for You
• Resources in a Financial Plan
• ABLE Nevada
• What to Know about Trusts & ABLE Accounts