The transition to adulthood is a big time in your child's life. Your child is starting to think about what comes after school and to plan for life as an adult. The transition can be challenging for you, too. Your child is growing up! Change is hard. It's exciting, scary, confusing and important. Help your child navigate the transition — and get the support you need, too.
Sharing your fears, questions and hopes with other parents can help you navigate your child's transition to adulthood.
Find the programs and services that can help your child transition into the next stage of life.
Knowing your child's rights during the transition to adulthood is important for making informed decisions.
Here's a starter kit of helpful resources for transition-age youth and families.
Planning throughout your child's school years helps you set expectations for your child's vision of a good life — especially as your child transitions out of school and into adulthood.
There are many things to think about and do to prepare for this change. Transition is a point in time filled with change, growth, excitement — and sometimes fear and confusion.