#life without a filter by Cheryl
The up's and down's and everything in between on our journey with our young adult with disabilities. Join us as we talk about our journey through the Special Education process and into a Self-Direction Programming adult service model.
What happens when your child transitions from special education to adult services?
🎙 New Episode: Building Your Team in a Self-Directed Program
Self-determination and self-advocacy — you’ve probably heard these terms used interchangeably. But they’re not the same… and understanding the difference matters more than you might think.
If you support a young adult with a disability, the transition from school to adult services can feel overwhelming.
If you have a child with disabilities between the ages of 14–22, you’ve probably already felt the pressure that comes with turning 18. There are forms, referrals, applications, decisions… and it can all feel like a lot.
As families supporting young adults with disabilities, our days can be full and complex — but they’re also full of moments worth celebrating. In this week’s episode of Life Without a Filter, I share a personal reflection on the things we are especially grateful for as we continue building and managing L’s participant-directed program.
When you decide to explore self-direction for your young adult, the first big step is creating a Vision Plan — your family’s roadmap for what adulthood will look like.
Today, we’re diving deep into a topic that I am passionate about: Person-Centered Planning. This concept is absolutely fundamental to empowering our kids as they plan for their futures.
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month!
Self Direction: What It Is & How We Got Here
✨ Goodbye School, Hello Unknowns ✨
When the school bus stops coming, what happens next? Let's talk about the fears, questions, and realities families face the day public education ends.
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