To make transitions into adult life successful, young adults with disabilities and special health needs must be prepared and knowledgeable. Individuals and families need information and supports to make effective decisions when facing issues such as adjusting to a new home environment, meeting new work and school challenges, selecting a doctor, and coordinating medical insurance.

Planning & Legal Options

Diverse Ability Incorporated

RAISE (Resources for Access, Independence, Self-determination and Employment) Center

High School Transition Slide Guide

Navigating Life Transitions: Arizona’s Transition Resource Guide

Transition to Adulthood

Ten Tips that May Help Your Child’s Transition to Adulthood

Preparing for Adulthood Transition Planning for Youth With Disabilities, age 14-21

Getting Ready for When Your Teen Reaches the Age of Majority: A Parent’s Guide

Supported Decision Making [videos]

ADDPC Legal Options Manual

Arizona Superior Courts

Steps to Guardianship

Transferring Guardianship From Another State

Arizona Superior Court Self-Service Center Locations

Charting the Life Course

Future Planning Workbook: A Roadmap of Our Futures, Our Wishes

Voting Rights

Arizona ABLE

Brochure Library – Special Needs Alliance

Employment

US Dept of Labor Career Exploration Guide

Employment Connections – CIPR

United States Department of Labor – Disability Resources

AZ Disability Benefits 101

Young Adults in Transition: Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Health Care

Got Transition – National Health Care Transition Center

A Family Toolkit: Pediatric-to-Adult Health Care Transition

5 Steps to Prepare for Health Care Transition