Just Needs: parenting children with disabilities
Some people think of disabilities as "special needs." But as parents of children with disabilities, we know our kids just have needs... like everyone else. Settle in with our podcast for real talk about advocacy, friendships, developmental delays, evaluations, IEPs, sensory meltdowns, autism, and all the ups and downs that come with this gig. We don’t have all the answers, but we promise to try to figure it out with you. Join us.
Just Needs: parenting children with disabilities
Life after the IEP: Helping my child with a disability transition to adulthood
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Exceptional Lives
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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It’s hard to envision how your child with a disability will transition to adulthood. Let’s set them up with the support they need for adult life in today’s podcast!
Resources mentioned in this episode and suggested reading from our LA guides
- VIDEO Families & Stories - Supporting your child’s transition to adulthood, with Tanja & Andy
- VIDEO Families & Stories— How routines help as your child becomes an adult, with Tanja & Andy
- Make Sure The IEP Is Working
- Think About Your Child's Future Goals
- Preparing For Employment
- Preparing For College
- Significant Intellectual Disability
- Transition Plans
- What Is PreETS And Vocational Rehabilitation?
- Internships
- Support For College Prep Courses And Entrance Exams
- Outside Agencies to Help with Transition and Adult Services
- Transition to Adulthood - Introduction
- Step-by-step timeline for young adults with disabilities transitioning to adult life
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