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Planning for post school outcomes and emerging into adulthood: A resource guide for parents of youth with intellectual disabilities

Planning for post school outcomes and emerging into adulthood: A resource guide for parents of youth with intellectual disabilities

This paper encourages the reader to envision a future of opportunity and potential for youth with intellectual disabilities. The authors suggest a set of goals to help young adults and their families keep the bar of expectations high. Suggested goals are discussed in depth and include: self determination and self advocacy for successful planning, transition into lifelong learning, self-directed employment success and satisfaction, overcoming the disincentives to work, moving into the neighborhood, financial security, and emerging into adulthood.

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Martinez, D. C. (2007). Planning for post school outcomes and emerging into adulthood: A resource guide for parents of youth with intellectual disabilities. Washington, DC: The George Washington University Heath Resource Center. 

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2007
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