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Transition Programming Beyond Age 18 Guidance

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Transition Programming Beyond Age 18 Guidance

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The Beyond Age 18 website is designed to help teams create meaningful, individualized special education services for students with IEPs who stay in high school after their peers graduate. For some students with IEPs this time may be used to finish credits towards graduation with a regular high school diploma while others may build skills as they transition to life after high school. This guidance is provided to help teams reflect on what supports are needed and where, as well as connecting with outside agencies and braiding services to improve post school outcomes for students with IEPs.

Think of Beyond Age 18 as the passing of a baton, from school to outside agencies and postsecondary options that will support the student as they leave school. The transition should be seamless, smooth and gradual as school supports begin to fade and other supports pick up. All transition stakeholders support the development of student postsecondary transition goals and preparing the student to meet those goals. It's extremely important that planning reflects the natural environment the student will be living, working, and attending school or training as the student grows into an active member of their community. Based on each student's unique disability-related needs, the following guidance provides key considerations in how to provide special education services to meet postsecondary IEP goals. These considerations range from services for transportation to recreation and leisure, as well as postsecondary education and employment opportunities.

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Considerations for Transition Programming for Students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP) Beyond Age 18 The Beyond Age 18 website is designed to help teams create meaningful, individualized special education services for students with IEPs who stay in high school after their peers

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DHS Preparing for Life as an Adult:  Transition Planning for Youth

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DHS Preparing for Life as an Adult:  Transition Planning for Youth

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Get to where you want to go...

Navigating the path to finish high school and become an adult is exciting. There are many possibilities, and changes too. The Wisconsin Transition Resource Guide provides tips and resources to help plan for adulthood and life after high school. Get ready to consider choices, explore options, and take action to prepare for your future.

Download the Guide: English Version (PDF) | Spanish Version | Hmong Version

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Transition Resource Guide - Before Age 18

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WisconsinTransition Resource GuideGet to where you want to go... Navigating the path to finish high school and become an adult is exciting. There are many possibilities, and changes too. The Wisconsin Transition Resource Guide provides tips and resources to help plan for adulthood and life after high school.

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WI DPI Career Readiness Standards~ specifically look at the "I Will" and "I Can" statements on the bottom of the webpage.

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WI DPI Career Readiness Standards~ specifically look at the "I Will" and "I Can" statements on the bottom of the webpage.

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Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Help Shape the Future of Wisconsin’s Career Readiness StandardsThe Department of Public Instruction (DPI) will release a Wisconsin Portrait of a Graduate in October 2026. The Wisconsin Portrait of a Graduate will define the durable skills that will support students after high school—no matter the path they choose. As this work nears completion, DPI sees a significant connection between the skills described in the Portrait and those already reflected in the Wisconsin Career Readiness Standards. In an effort to align and simplify resources for school districts and avoid a long delay of revisions to our Wisconsin Career Readiness Standards, DPI is considering revising the Wisconsin Career Readiness Standards to align to the Wisconsin Portrait of a Graduate. We are asking school districts to weigh in on this process. Should the Wisconsin Career Readiness Standards remain as they are? Should they be updated to better align with the Wisconsin Portrait of a Graduate? Your feedback will help shape the future of these statewide resources and ensure they best support Wisconsin schools and students.Survey link (open until August 30, 2026)Notice of intent to review linkA Foundation for Learning The Wisconsin Career Readiness Standards (WCRS) provide a foundation on which the subject-specific standards are built. These employability or “future-ready” skills are founded on social-emotional learning, global competence, STEM skills, and digital literacy skills and include the following:Career ready: Career Awareness, Exploration, Planning, and Preparation; Postsecondary Education and Training PreparationLearning ready: Academic Skills; Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving; Innovation Mindset and Skills; Technology SkillsLife ready: Self-Awareness, Management, and Responsibility; Interpersonal Communication and Collaboration; Global Competence; Responsive LeadershipAccessible Standards (Word)Standards (2024) Printer-friendly

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This guide is designed to help educators and transition planning teams better understand, select, and use transition assessments to support students with IEPs as they prepare for life after high school.

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1. Vocational Rehabilitation

2. Policy/Processes/Guidance

3. Toolkits/Guides/Manuals

4. Transition Action Guide

Need an Alternate Format?

If you have comments regarding any documents on DVR's website or need an alternate format, you may contact us via email at: dvr@dwd.wisconsin.gov

Or you can reach us by phone at: 800-442-3477 (Toll Free)

The Transition Action Guide (TAG) was created to provide a resource to educate all partners on their roles and responsibilities in the transition process. This guide was created in collaboration between the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), Department of Workforce Development's (DWD) Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), and the Department of Health Services (DHS) Division of Medicaid Services (DMS) and the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS).

Each partner uses this guide as the source for best practices and technical assistance to support the transition for youth with disabilities from school to adulthood. PDF Version

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The Transition Action Guide (TAG) is developed to improve communication and coordination, of transition services from school to work for students with disabilities. The TAG was designed for students and agencies (stakeholders) involved in the transition process to better understand their roles and responsibilities and the roles and responsibility of others involved in the transition process.

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Service Rating Tool to help guide transition services conversations.

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Service Rating Tool to help guide transition services conversations.

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LSYou Service Level Rating (Website) - Google Sheets (2).pdf

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BPDD Transition Quick Guide~ encompasses a Transition Planning Tool

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BPDD Transition Quick Guide~ encompasses a Transition Planning Tool

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NTACT:C Resource Map Flow of Services Worksheet

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NTACT:C Resource Map Flow of Services Worksheet

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Transition Service Rating Tool- Lakeland School District Walworth Co

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Transition Service Rating Tool- Lakeland School District Walworth Co

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LSYou Service Level Rating (Website) - Google Sheets (2) (1) (1).pdf

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T.R.I.P. Toolkit- Dane Co  Transportation Reference and Individualized Planning Toolkit

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T.R.I.P. Toolkit- Dane Co  Transportation Reference and Individualized Planning Toolkit

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DPI Transition Readiness Grants- Consideration for cab vouchers/bus passes/vehicle purchase

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DPI Transition Readiness Grants- Consideration for cab vouchers/bus passes/vehicle purchase

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Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Application Now Available

School districts and charter schools under Wis. Stat. 118.40(2r) and (2x) are eligible to compete for funding for FY 24 that supports evidence-based practices related to the successful transition from high school for students with IEPs. The $1.5 million fund will support:

Transportation options (including contracted services or vehicle purchases)

Competitive Integrated Employment Training (CIE) Programs

Post-secondary tuition/supports for students

Transition Training for Staff Members

Grant awards must be not less than $25,000 and not more than $100,000. Substitutions for a funding category will not be allowed.
Click here to apply for a 2022-2023 Transition Readiness Grant. Applications must be submitted via email to Ellen.Antoniewicz@dpi.wi.gov by 11:59pm Wednesday May 3, 2023.

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The Transition Readiness Grant (TRG) program was established under 2017 Act 59 (Act 59, the 2017-19 biennial budget) with a base funding of $1,500,000. This program was designed to support Wisconsin's students with disabilities to successfully transition to competitive work and post-secondary education environments after high school.

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Checklist for Assessing the Accessibility of Transportation and Mobility

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Checklist for Assessing the Accessibility of Transportation and Mobility

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Toolkits - Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities

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Accessible Chef - Accessible Cooking for Budding Chefs

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Visual recipes make use of task analysis, which is an evidence-based approach for breaking down a complex task into manageable steps. Each task is separated into discrete skills, and individuals can learn to complete skills in a specific order to learn new tasks.

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Midstate Independent Living Choices MILC

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Midstate Independent Living Choices MILC

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Our core services provided are Information and Referral, Advocacy Services, Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Support, Community Education, Accessible Recreation, Representative Payee Program, IRIS Program and In Home Supportive, Respite or Personal Care.

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MILC - Midstate Independent Living Choices | MILC | Central Wisconsin | Portage County | Stevens Point

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Our core services provided are Information and Referral, Advocacy Services, Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Support, Community Education, Accessible Recreation, Representative Payee Program, IRIS Program and In Home Supportive, Respite or Personal Care.

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WI Colleges Disabilities Office Contacts

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WI Colleges Disabilities Office Contacts

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WI DPI- Duel Enrollment~Start College Now

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WI DPI- Duel Enrollment~Start College Now

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Dual Enrollment: Career Education / Roster Dual enrollment includes a variety of programs through which high school students are enrolled simultaneously in both high school and college to earn both high school and college credit. Dual enrollment is reported as part of school and district report cards and general Career and Technical Education (CTE) data used for career pathway development.

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Hospitality Foundations is a 16-week program preparing students for career opportunities in the area of entry-level hospitality and other customer service employment settings. This skills-based training is developed to help students learn essential hospitality duties through interactive course activities and community-based training experience while enhancing personal awareness, career effectiveness, and professionalism.

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The Cutting Edge® Program at Edgewood University offers an inclusive college experience for students with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

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Adult Learners | Disability Education | Nicolet College

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The Jump! Start program at Nicolet College in Wisconsin is post-secondary education for adult learners with intellectual disabilities, providing increased opportunities.

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The Hesed Transition Program is a unique, post-secondary certificate program that allows people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to realize their dream of receiving a college experience.

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Why Shepherds College?

Shepherds College is the nation's leading post-secondary school created with the learning needs of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in mind.

When you learn in an environment designed specifically for you, you thrive.

Shepherds College is a fully accredited, post-secondary school designed specifically for students with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Throughout the three years at Shepherds College, students will be equipped to reach Appropriate Independence through the development of vocational, social, and life skills. We offer three, immersive occupational majors. Find out which one is right for you!

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Staff-to-Student Ratio

80%

Gainful Employment Rate

Inspiring stories of our graduates

The future is bright for Shepherds College alumni. They leave our school with a certificate of completion in either Culinary Arts, Horticulture, or Technology, a complete resume, and skills to help them achieve lives of Appropriate Independence™. They've found purpose and gained confidence. Over 60% of our graduates are living independently with supports, and over 70% are employed shortly after graduation.

Read Our Success Stories

Define Your Dream

"I finally have hope that I can have a future that fits me. I can see myself moving out of my parent's house because I'm learning skills to help me be independent. I can see myself even caring for a dog - a German Shepherd. And I can see myself working at a job in the tech field, a job I would actually enjoy doing!"

-Lilly, Technology student, Class of 2023

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Accreditation

Shepherds College is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Shepherds College is a 501(c)(3)

Shepherds Foundation, Inc. FEIN 20-1344722: SF is a Wisconsin nonprofit, nonstock corporation founded in 2004, and the IRS has determined that it also is generally exempt from income tax under IRC 501(c)(3) as a public charity. The charitable purpose of SF is to exclusively benefit Shepherds College.

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WI Guide to Implementing:  Career-Based Learning Experiences

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WI Guide to Implementing:  Career-Based Learning Experiences

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WI Employability Skills Certificate Guidelines

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WI Employability Skills Certificate Guidelines

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The State-Certified Employability Skills Program recognizes a student's mastery of employability skills valued by employers in a variety of worksite settings while helping students explore career interests.
The program requires:

Reinforcing professional workplace skill in personal work habits and attitudes

A minimum of 90 work hours accumulated over the course of high school

Paid wages

School coordination by a DPI-licensed teacher

Examples of how to implement locally:

Through placement at a community employer

Through paid work in a family business

Through a job at the local fast food restaurant

Through paid work in a summer job

Certified Co-Op Assessments (portfolio checklists) Enter Students and Scores

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The State-Certified Employability Skills Program recognizes a student's mastery of employability skills valued by employers in a variety of worksite settings while helping students explore career interests.

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Setting Up CTE Opportunities for Students with Disabilities

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Setting Up CTE Opportunities for Students with Disabilities

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Department of Workforce Development- DVR

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Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) programs and services information. DVR is a federal/state program designed to obtain, maintain, and advance employment for people with disabilities by working with DVR consumers, employers, and other partners.

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DWD~ Wisconsin Competitive Integrated Employment:  Act 178

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DWD~ Wisconsin Competitive Integrated Employment:  Act 178

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WIOA:  Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

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WIOA is the acronym for a federal law called the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. It was signed into law in July 2014 to replace the portion of the Rehabilitation Act formerly called the Workforce Investment Act (WIA).

WIOA Overview

WIOA creates new opportunities and responsibilities for schools in partnership with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) to support students and youth with IEPs as they transition from school to college and/or competitive integrated employment in the community. The federal WIOA includes the collaborative responsibility of the school district, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation services and long-term supports to provide Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students with disabilities. In addition, WIOA aligns with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) agenda, College, Career and Community Readiness for all students.

WIOA is an opportunity to strengthen the original intent of transition planning requirements for students. The intent of WIOA is to enhance the services available in school for students with IEPs; however, the partnership with DVR does not replace or reduce the school district's obligation to provide transition services as part of the IDEA.

School and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Collaboration:

In 2014, Vocational Rehabilitation was mandated by the Rehabilitation Services Administration to reserve 15% of its service budget to provide Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students with disabilities in high school. This is a great opportunity for schools and DVR to work together, share responsibilities, and create positive postsecondary outcomes for students with IEPs. This shift requires:

Increased responsibility to collaborate with the DVR.

Reframe the provisions of transition services to match the Pre-ETS outlined in WIOA.

The WIOA includes use of customized employment strategies to support students with significant disabilities as well. Customized employment is developed through an agreement between the employee and employer to meet the needs of both parties to create a positive job match.

Find more information regarding the WIOA

Contact Us

Transition Improvement Grant
1221 Innovation Drive
Whitewater, WI 53190

The Transition Improvement Grant (CFDA #84.027) acknowledges the support of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction in the development of this website and for the continued support of this federally-funded grant program. There are no copyright restrictions on this document; however, please credit the Wisconsin DPI and support of federal funds when copying all or part of this material.

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status or parental status, sexual orientation, or ability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

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Skip to main content WIOA is the acronym for a federal law called the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. It was signed into law in July 2014 to replace the portion of the Rehabilitation Act formerly called the Workforce Investment Act (WIA).

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Competitive Integrated Employment Toolkit (CIE)

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Competitive Integrated Employment Toolkit (CIE)

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BPDD Let's Get To Work Quick Guide on Transition to Employment

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BPDD Let's Get To Work Quick Guide on Transition to Employment

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Community-Based Activity Guide  Transition Tennessee

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Community-Based Activity Guide  Transition Tennessee

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Chamber of Commerce~Find your area chamber~Explore Civic Groups

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Chamber of Commerce~Find your area chamber~Explore Civic Groups

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Find your local chamber of commerce by selecting one of the states, territories, or cities below.

Popular Cities

States and Territories

Coronavirus Small Business Priority Reading

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Find your local chamber of commerce by selecting one of the states, territories, or cities below. Coronavirus Small Business Priority Reading By continuing on our website, you agree to our use of cookies for statistical and personalisation purposes. Know More

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Get the free Official Geocaching app and join the world's largest treasure hunt.

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There are millions of geocaches worldwide, just waiting for you to find them. There are probably even some within walking distance of where you are right now. Visit Geocaching.com to see just how many geocaches are nearby and to learn how to start finding them.

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Sometimes, people with IDD do not have as many opportunities to volunteer in the community as they would like. This may happen for several reasons:

Some people think that people with disabilities can only receive service and cannot give back to others.

Volunteer groups and coordinators may not have experience working with people with IDD and may not know how or have enough staff to support them to volunteer.

Volunteer locations may not be accessible to people with IDD.

A person with IDD may need support with health needs while they volunteer.

People may struggle to find transportation to or from a volunteering.

People with IDD may not know how to express their interest in volunteering or where to find volunteer opportunities in their community.

People with IDD may not want to volunteer because they want a paid job.

Many people perceive people with disabilities as the ones in need of service. However, people with disabilities are a key part of civic engagement across the country.

People volunteer every day to build confidence, job skills, and work experience. Volunteering helps job seekers network and build relationships that can lead to employment. It also provides chances to build friendships and networks of support.

People can and should be empowered to give back to their communities. When everyone participates, it's a win-win!

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People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can serve their communities in many ways. Learn more about Inclusive volunteering!

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Recreation and Leisure~ Explore your community

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Recreation and Leisure~ Explore your community

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NASET - National Association of Special Education Teachers

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Recreation and Leisure Activities - NASET

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Looks at the importance of recreational activities for individuals with disabilities and the many options.

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Friends:  Connecting People with Disabilities & Community Members

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Friends:  Connecting People with Disabilities & Community Members

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Friends: Connecting People with Disabilities and Community Members (Manual)

Activity Worksheets (Worksheets)

Description

A manual providing concrete, "how-to" strategies for supporting relationships between people with disabilities and other community members. It describes why such friendships are important to people with disabilities and why it is important to promote community belonging and membership. The manual includes specific activities to guide users in creating a plan for connecting people. This manual is designed for agency staff, but can also be used by parents, support coordinators, teachers, staff, and people with disabilities to support community relationships. Additional Activity Worksheets are available.

Details

Date

2013

Type

Curriculum

Publisher

Research and Training Center on Community Living (RTC-CL)

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Friends: Connecting People with Disabilities and Community Members

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A manual providing concrete, "how-to" strategies for supporting relationships between people with disabilities and other community members. It describes why such friendships are important to people with disabilities and why it is important to promote community belonging and membership. The manual includes specific activities to guide users in creating a plan for connecting people.

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The Transition Improvement Grant (TIG) has developed a self-advocacy guidance toolkit to house TIG developed resources as well as highlight resources from national transition partners. The toolkit contains online resources such as: assessments, curricula, student led Individualized Education Program (IEP) materials, law and policy, and opportunities to grow your own learning. Self-advocacy is a predictor of post-school success for students with IEPs and the guidance will enhance the resources available and provide support for educators, students, and families.

Let's get started! The index on the left side of the page will help navigation to the sections needed as well as the ability to click on each page to access the subcategories, if included.

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BPDD Toolkits:  Supported Decision Making, Living Well, Rights Guide, Guide for Self-Advocates

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Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities -

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Toolkits - Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities

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Stay Informed on Voting in Wisconsin

Find your polling place, your elected officials and more at My Vote Wisconsin.

Learn about your rights as a voter with a disability in Wisconsin.

Find out how to file a complaint if your rights have been violated.

Become a member of the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition.

Upcoming Elections for 2022

Spring Primary: February 15th, 2022

Spring Election: April 5th, 2022

Partisan Primary: August 9th, 2022

General Election: November 8th, 2022

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Find your polling place, your elected officials and more at My Vote Wisconsin. Learn about your rights as a voter with a disability in Wisconsin. Find out how to file a complaint if your rights have been violated. Become a member of the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition.

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WiTransition - My Future. My Plan. My Way.

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During high school, you have many decisions to make to plan for your future. First, you will decide the type of work you want to do and where you want to work after high school. Second, you will look at options for training and/or educational opportunities necessary for learning the skills to do this work.

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About The CCR IEP Guide

This document was created to help inform your students about the CCR IEP forms and process in a student friendly way. You can use this document to support pre planning for a student's CCR IEP meeting and as a way for the student to understand their CCR IEP. The CCR IEP is not just a compliance document. When used it can be a tool in making positive changes for students with disabilities. Thank you for your support in raising high expectation in students through self-advocacy and self-determination.

To view the fillable form, please click HERE. To view a printable form, please click HERE.

Increasing Self-Advocacy Skills: Connections to College and Career Readiness Initiatives

This interactive Prezi provides information on multiple components, including CCR IEPs, ACP, PTP, DVR, WBL, and Dual Enrollment. To view the Prezi, please click HERE.

For more information, view this short explanation video on the CCR IEP Guide.

Contact Us

Transition Improvement Grant
1221 Innovation Drive
Whitewater, WI 53190

The Transition Improvement Grant (CFDA #84.027) acknowledges the support of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction in the development of this website and for the continued support of this federally-funded grant program. There are no copyright restrictions on this document; however, please credit the Wisconsin DPI and support of federal funds when copying all or part of this material.

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status or parental status, sexual orientation, or ability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

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Self-Directed CCR IEP Guide - Transition Improvement Grant

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Self-AdvocacyKnow Yourself! Know what you need. Know how to get it.Self-advocacy means speaking up for yourself. It requires knowledge of your personal strengths and challenges, understanding of rights as a citizen, and acting in an assertive manner to make your needs known to others. During this self-guided program, you will explore concepts to help you become a better self-advocate and discover…

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Adulting Shorts Comic Series for students:  I put the I in IEP

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Adulting Shorts Comic Series for students:  I put the I in IEP

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I'm Determined:  Video Series:  Student Involvement in the IEP Process

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I'm Determined:  Video Series:  Student Involvement in the IEP Process

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Parents and caregivers have certain goals in mind when their children go to school. In order for your child to achieve these goals, there are certain decisions that you, as a parent, will have to make along the way.

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Student Involvement in the IEP - Video Modules - I'm Determined

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Student-Led IEP Resource Hub from PaTTAN

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Do you want to learn more about the Student-Led IEP Process (SLIEP)? Keep scrolling to answer who, what, when, where, why,and how YOU can be part of the Student-Led IEP Process! Are you interested in Professional Development or Technical Assistance from PaTTAN about the Student-Led IEP

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Do you see life as a journey? Are you looking for a path that empowers you? We are a group of self-advocates with developmental or intellectual disabilities who believe self-determination is essential to living our best life--the life we all deserve. This channel is dedicated to sharing our voices…

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Got Transition~ National Healthcare Resource

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Got Transition~ National Healthcare Resource

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Youth & Young Adults:
Are You Ready to Transition to Adult Care?

Take the Quiz

Parents & Caregivers:
Is Your Child Ready to Transition to Adult Care?

Take the Quiz

Stay Connected with Got Transition!

Keep up to date on transition-related news and resources with our quarterly transition newsletter.

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Got Transition® aims to improve transition from pediatric to adult health care through the use of new and innovative strategies for health professionals and youth and families.

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Got Transition-Move from Pediatric to Adult Care.pdf

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Health Transition Wisconsin:  Supporting Youth to Adult Health Care Transition

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Health Transition Wisconsin:  Supporting Youth to Adult Health Care Transition

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Healthcare Transition is the change from pediatric to adult healthcare services. This transition can be very complex for youth with disabilities or special healthcare needs. This transition typically takes place between the ages of 12 and 26 years.

The Wisconsin Youth Health Transition Initiative aims to make healthcare transition easier for youth with special healthcare needs in Wisconsin. We do this by developing and sharing healthcare transition resources with families and healthcare providers. We also work with healthcare providers to support best practice transition care for patients with disabilities and special healthcare needs.

Our Initiative is based out of the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Waisman Center.

Transition Talks Tuesdays: This series has been continued into January of 2026 with two rescheduled sessions:

Jan 20 12:00-1:00pm How do the Wisconsin Independent Living Centers Support Youth Moving into Adulthood and their Families?

Jan 27 12:00-1:00pm How does Wisconsin's Foster Care System Support Youth Moving into Adulthood?

Registration is open at https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2mlOKyMo79I9R

Previous recordings and resources are at Recordings, and Resources

For families: Statewide Transition Table Talks (online) 3rd Wednesday and Thursday of the month from 12-1PM Transition Table Talk is casual, low-pressure Zoom Chat where parents and caregivers can connect, shared what's working, exchange ideas, ask questions, and support each other through the ups and downs of raising kids. No experts, no lectures-just families helping families. Resource Sheets from previous Talks are available!

New: Basics of Health Insurance for Families of Children with Special Health Care Needs/Disabilities Recording Covering WI Resource Sheet Basics of Insurance Slides

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Welcome to Wisconsin's Youth Health Transition Initiative! Our organization focuses on providing Wisconsin's youth, family members, providers, and other community collaborators with information on the movement from the pediatric world to adult health care. We provide tools, materials, and resources to aid in the health care transition process.

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Build Your Bridge:  Moving from Child to Adult Health Care Parent Workbook

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Build Your Bridge:  Moving from Child to Adult Health Care Parent Workbook

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WI DPI Health and Safety for Students with Disabilities

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WI DPI Health and Safety for Students with Disabilities

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Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Resources for Health and Safety for Students with Disabilities

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A report from the United States Department of Justice identified people with disabilities as four times more likely to be the victim of violent victimization than people without disabilities. Those with developmental or intellectual disabilities experience the highest rate of violent victimization. Another statistic from the report states that although people with disabilities represent 12% of the population, they experience 26% of violent crime incidents. A report from the National Core Indicators outlines several predictors of abuse and neglect for people with disabilities.

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FACETS:  IEP Transition Checkist for Families

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FACETS:  IEP Transition Checkist for Families

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1. Vocational Rehabilitation

2. Policy/Processes/Guidance

3. Toolkits/Guides/Manuals

4. Transition Action Guide

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If you have comments regarding any documents on DVR's website or need an alternate format, you may contact us via email at: dvr@dwd.wisconsin.gov

Or you can reach us by phone at: 800-442-3477 (Toll Free)

The Transition Action Guide (TAG) was created to provide a resource to educate all partners on their roles and responsibilities in the transition process. This guide was created in collaboration between the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), Department of Workforce Development's (DWD) Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), and the Department of Health Services (DHS) Division of Medicaid Services (DMS) and the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS).

Each partner uses this guide as the source for best practices and technical assistance to support the transition for youth with disabilities from school to adulthood.

Note: To print the entire Transition Action Guide, click on the PDF Version of each page and print. PDF Version

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The Transition Action Guide (TAG) is developed to improve communication and coordination, of transition services from school to work for students with disabilities. The TAG was designed for students and agencies (stakeholders) involved in the transition process to better understand their roles and responsibilities and the roles and responsibility of others involved in the transition process.

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Learn more about how to find trusted information and resources for children with special health care needs in this video. Wisconsin Wayfinder connects parents, caregivers, and professionals with free, confidential, and personalized support.

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Get help finding supports and services for children with delays, disabilities, special health care needs, and mental health conditions.

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Resources Activities, Handouts, and More!Quick Links: Activities for TeensActivities for Familiesby Topic BenefitsHealthActivities for Teens 8 Things You Can Do Now to Prepare for Becoming an Adult 539 folks gave this a look! Watch our Video Stories of Teens at Work 28,672 viewings! Self-Advocacy Activity: How Well Do You Know Yourself? 422 teens tried this! Teen IEP Resource Guide 149…

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WSPEI:  Wisconsin Statewide Parent Educator Initiative

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WSPEI:  Wisconsin Statewide Parent Educator Initiative

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WSPEI - Wisconsin Statewide Parent-Educator Initiative

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The Wisconsin Statewide Parent Educator Initiative -WSEI- helps creates partnerships between parents and school district by providing resources such as training and classes.

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Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Alianza Latina Aplicando Soluciones is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the independence of families of children and youth with diverse abilities in Wisconsin by providing educational workshops, parent support groups, family events, community building activities, and service referrals. To contact Alianza Latina Aplicando Soluciones, view our website https://www.alianzalatinawi.org/ALAS.htm or email us at Alasinc@Alianzalatinawi.org.

The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. It provides information and referral services, individual advocacy to address education, employment, health care and other concerns, self-advocacy initiatives, residential support, family support, employment programs, leisure and recreational programs.

The Arc is the largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We encompass all ages and more than 100 different diagnoses including autism, Down syndrome, Fragile X syndrome, and various other developmental disabilities. Visit: https://arcwi.org/about/affiliate-chapters/, Call: 608.422.4250, or Email: info@arcwi.org

The Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin provides a community for those who care about increasing the quality of life for those affected by autism in our 53 county service area. Founded in 1979, the Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin has been passionately committed to improving the lives of those affected by autism for over 38 years. ASW builds relationships and partnerships with other community agencies with the goal of building autism friendly, inclusive communities across our service area. For more information about regional chapters and statewide information, conferences, information, visit https://www.autismgreaterwi.org/contact/ or call (888) 428-8476 / (920) 558-4602.

Autism Society of Southeast Wisconsin's (ASSEW) mission is to improve the lives of all affected by autism and serve as the primary Autism/Asperger Syndrome PDD resource in Dodge, Jefferson, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington and Waukesha counties. ASSEW holds several networking, support, and professional development events throughout the year. For more information, visit https://www.assew.org/contact/.

Western (800) 400-3678, Southern (800) 532-3321, Northern (866) 640-4106, Northeast (877) 568-5205, Southeast (800) 234-5437

Family Voices of Wisconsin is a statewide network of families who have children and youth with special health care needs and/or disabilities and those who work on their behalf. We support families by providing information, training and leadership opportunities so that families can be informed and effective partners in their child's care and in the systems that support them.

Matches parents to other parents with similar needs.

833-361-6300 (Families) 715-361-6307 (Professionals). Email: P2PWI@chw.org

Special Olympics Wisconsin
Special Olympics is a global movement that unleashes the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sports. It empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities to become accepted and valued members of their communities, leading to a more respectful and inclusive society for all. Using sports as the catalyst as well as programming around health and education, Special Olympics works to end inactivity, injustice and intolerance.

Waisman Center for Families
The Waisman Center mission is to advance knowledge of human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases.

Well Badger Resource Center
The Well Badger Resource Center is a health information and referral program operated by the Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation (WWHF) in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. They are an information and referral hotline that assists families who have children, age birth to 21, with special needs and their providers. They assist in finding needed programs and services; such as early intervention screenings, financial resources, advocacy, research, respite care, family support, and transition services.

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DPI Family Engagement Resources Engaging with Families: Resources for Schools on to Support Family Engagement Additional Resources Specifically for Families from DPI Family and Community Engagement through Promoting Excellence for All Web Site Family and Community Engagement Report from Promoting Excellence for All Title I Parent and Family Engagement Page State Superintendent's Parent Advisory Council Family Engagement Survey in Special Education Family and Community Engagement CCR IEP Resources Engaging Families as Partners: An Online Module Supporting Trauma Sensitive Schools Statewide Fam

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Wisconsin has five Children's Resource Centers devoted to supporting families with children and youth (ages 0-22) with special health care needs (CYSHCN) and the providers who serve them.

From taking steps towards initial diagnosis through young adulthood, Children's Resource Centers have parents and professionals available who can help get answers, find services, connect with community resources, provide trainings, and support families on their journey. Children's Resource Centers provide free and confidential services and have up to date information on a variety of topics, including:

Offering training, technical assistance and resources to support medical home implementation.

Communicating with schools.

Facilitating parent-to-parent support.

Providing information on specific diagnosis.

Identifying services in the community or state.

Locating doctors and dental care.

Transitioning to adult settings.

Understanding health benefits.

If you have a child with special health care needs, or if you have concerns about your child, contact Wisconsin Wayfinder to get connected with an array of supports and services.

If your child is already being helped by a Children's Resource Center, contact the center in your area from the options listed below to receive ongoing care.

Children's resource guides serve all of Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Wayfinder Children's Resource Network has five centers that provide support based on where you're located around the state. No matter where you live, a children's resource guide is available to help.

Find the Children's Resource Center that is closest to you from the list or map.

If you do not know which Children's Resource Center to contact, Wisconsin Wayfinder can connect you with the center in your area.

Contact Wisconsin Wayfinder toll-free at (877) WiscWay (877-947-2929) or online contact form.

Counties served by the north region

Counties served by the northeast region

Counties served by the south region

Counties served by the southeast region

Counties served by the west region

Forms and publications

To refer a child, youth, or family to a Children's Resource Center, use the form Consent to Release Medical Information-Referral to a Regional Center for CYSHCN, F-01238.

View the Regional Center brochure CYSHCN Need Some Help? P-40051. Learn more about how Regional Centers can help you.

These family training opportunities, P-03568 (PDF) are offered through the Children's Resource Centers and their collaborating partners. If you are interested in attending or scheduling a training, please reach out to the Children's Resource Center in your region.

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Find the Children's Resource Center near you for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN).

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Families Bring Diverse knowledge, resources, and strengths- Capital!  Reference Guide

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Families Bring Diverse knowledge, resources, and strengths- Capital!  Reference Guide

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Forms of Capital Cheat Sheet-Revised.pdf

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DVR Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

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DVR Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

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Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) programs and services information. DVR is a federal/state program designed to obtain, maintain, and advance employment for people with disabilities by working with DVR consumers, employers, and other partners.

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Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

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Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

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If you have questions about aging or living with a disability, your local aging and disability resource center (ADRC) can help. The ADRC provides information on a variety of programs and services. That includes long-term care options. The ADRC also helps people apply for programs and benefits, including publicly funded long-term care.

You can access ADRC services several ways:

By calling your local ADRC on the phone.

By scheduling a home visit with your local ADRC.

By visiting your local ADRC in person.

Find your local ADRC
Tribal members can get help from the ADRC, or they can consult a Tribal Aging and Disability Resource Specialist (ADRS).
Find your Tribal ADRS
The ADRC connects you with resources, including:

Adaptive equipment.

Caregiver support.

Dementia care services.

Health, nutrition, and home-delivery meal programs.

Housekeeping and chore services.

Housing options.

In-home personal care and nursing.

Long-term care programs.

Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security.

Safety updates to the home.

Transportation.

Wellness programs.

It also provides other services.
Learn more about ADRC services. (American Sign Language available)
Many support groups, memory cafés, conferences, and other events are available on a digital platform, providing a safe and convenient way to connect with others in your community.
Find up-to-date listings for virtual caregiver resources and events
Your local ADRC can help you decide if you or your loved one is eligible for publicly funded long-term care. Its staff members can also help you prepare a Medicaid application.

In addition, the ADRC will provide:

Information about Wisconsin's long-term care programs and help with local resources.

Information on living options, the kind of help you or your loved one needs, where to receive care, and how to pay for it.

One-on-one counseling to determine the best options based on personal needs, values, and preferences.

Disability benefit specialists are available to help adults ages 18 to 59 who have a disability. Elder benefit specialists are on-hand to help adults over age 60 who have a disability.

Specialists can answer your questions related to benefits, such as:

FoodShare

Medicaid

Medicare

Private health insurance

Social Security

Learn more about benefit specialists
You can also receive support through pre-admission consultation (PAC). This service is provided by the ADRC to help people considering long-term care.

If you have questions or need help with an aging or disability issue, contact your local ADRC. If you're an ADRC professional looking for information, visit the ADRC professionals page.

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ADRC: Help for Older People and Adults with Disabilities

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If you have questions about aging or living with a disability, your local aging and disability resource center (ADRC) can help. The ADRC provides information on a variety of programs and services. That includes long-term care options. The ADRC also helps people apply for programs and benefits, including publicly funded long-term care.

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Environmental Codes may shift during Beyond 18 Programming.  The same formula applies, consider the enviroment the student is working in the community.

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Environmental Codes may shift during Beyond 18 Programming.  The same formula applies, consider the enviroment the student is working in the community.

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Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Educational Environment: WISEdata Educational Environment reflects the extent to which students with disabilities attend educational programs with their peers without disabilities. For students who do not attend a program with a majority of peers without disabilities, the educational environment is the settings in which they receive special education and related services. Educational environment does not reflect the amount of special education or related services a student receives. This field is required for all students with disabilities for WISEdata collection records.

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WI Facets:  Wisconsin Family Assistance Center for Education, Training and Support

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WI Facets:  Wisconsin Family Assistance Center for Education, Training and Support

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Special Education Resources For Children Wisconsin | WI FACETS

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I Have Questions We are available to help with your questions and concerns regarding special education. Please call our Help Desk Specialists at 414-374-4645 or 877-374-0511 Learn More I Need Resources One of our most important tasks is directing you to

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Under WIOA, DVR is now an enhanced transition partner with schools, providing additional services and supports to increase employment outcomes for students with disabilities.

DVR and school staff will continue to collaborate and coordinate services for students with disabilities as outlined in the Transition Action Guide (TAG). Together, schools and DVR will ensure opportunities for students with disabilities to work toward integrated and competitive employment outcomes through the provision of Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS).

WIOA Pre-Employment Transition Services and Definitions

Pre-ETS as defined in WIOA include:

1. Job Exploration Counseling Services - Support for the student to learn about a variety of career options to make informed choices about current and future employment.

2. Work-Based Learning Experiences - Provide opportunities for the student to gain hands-on experience to identify strengths and interests and develop skills for employment.

3. Counseling on Opportunities for Enrollment in Comprehensive Transition or PostSecondary Educational Programs - Assist the student to achieve academic goals during high school and explore college and job training programs.

4. Work Readiness Training - Support the student to build skills for increased independence at home and in the community.

5. Instruction in Self-Advocacy - Provide information, guidance, and experiences for the student to gain self-knowledge and skills to appropriately express needs and opinions.

Best Practices in Service Coordination between DVR and Schools

To ensure successful coordination between DVR and schools, best practices include:

Assign schools DVR staff who are committed to developing strong working relationships with school staff, students, and parents/guardians.

Always wear a name badge.

Set expectations, but also be flexible with students regarding contacts/deadlines.

Hand out business cards frequently.

Keep parents/guardians informed of DVR staff contact with their student. Send detailed emails to parents/guardians and teachers after meeting with students, and ensure you have permission from the student in advance if they are their own guardian.

Present to students and staff about the services DVR can provide. This will assist them in getting to know you.

Schedule monthly meetings in advance at the school. Ideally using a consistent rotating schedule so teachers and staff know when DVR staff will be at school (e.g. Second Thursday of the month from 8:30am-2:00pm).

Have a planning meeting with transition coordinator and/or with special education staff to review DVR information and processes at the beginning of the school year.

Have at least two DVR orientation sessions at the school - one per semester.

Attend parent teacher nights and resource fairs to give information about DVR.

Attend local County Communities on Transition (CCoT) meetings.

Attend IEP meetings as invited and available for both current DVR consumers and potentially eligible students to provide DVR resource and service information.

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Under WIOA, DVR is now an enhanced transition partner with schools, providing additional services and supports to increase employment outcomes for students with disabilities.

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Health Care Transition LifeCourse~ 6 toolkits to help prepare and learn about moving to adult health care and living a healthy adult life.

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Health Care Transition LifeCourse~ 6 toolkits to help prepare and learn about moving to adult health care and living a healthy adult life.

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Health Care Transition – LifeCourse Nexus

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Transition Planning Prompts Discussion Points~ Hayward School District

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Transition Planning Prompts Discussion Points~ Hayward School District

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Beyond 18 Programming Information Sheet for Families~ Stevens Point School District

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Beyond 18 Programming Information Sheet for Families~ Stevens Point School District

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HCT B18  Future Transition Planning.docx

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Copy of Post-Secondary training- family checklist (1).pdf

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Post Secondary Transition Planning Timeline

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Post Secondary Transition Planning Timeline

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HCT Transition Activities Checklist 2025-26.pdf

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HCT Transition Checklist ~  Adulthood Programs HC.docx