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.
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.