Is your loved one nearing adulthood? This timeframe can be overwhelming and stressful.

If you feel like you are navigating a maze without a map, Parenting Profoundly’s “Adult Transition Roadmap” can help! We’ve consolidated years of complex regulations and “hidden” requirements into a streamlined, 8-slide digital guide that can give you clarity, confidence, and a concrete plan of action.

This product includes:

• A Transition Process Timeline: A visual, multi-step chronological overview of the entire transition period from ages 14 to 19. Click on any of the steps in this timeline to advance to the corresponding slide with additional details.

• Legal Authority & Decision-Making Options: Relevant questions to ask yourself regarding financial planning, legal authority options, waiver vs. state plan services, and guardianship qualifications.

• Sources for Finding Adult Providers: Key strategies and resources to help you find qualified adult providers who accept Medicaid.

• Education & Employment Programs: An overview of the post-secondary education options, vocation rehabilitation, and employment readiness programs that can help your loved on to foster greater independence.

• Housing Options: A review of the adult housing landscape, from supported living to community-based residential settings.

• Medical & Clinical Readiness: Critical information about testing and re-diagnosis requirements for adult eligibility.

• “Adulting” Readiness: Essential considerations around SSI/SSDI, banking, and saving money for the future.

• Annual Obligations: The planning and reports that must be completed each year to continue your loved one’s services and stability.

Why you Need this Guide:

• Saves Time: We’ve done the research for you and compiled it into an easy-to-navigate and reference PDF.

• Reduces Stress: Knowing the “what” and “when” allows you to focus on supporting your loved one rather than chasing paperwork.

• Instant Access: Download immediately and view on your phone, tablet, or computer. You can also print it to bring to IEP or transition meetings.