Transition Resources

 

Resource Links

 

Affordable Care Act

Information and resources for applying for health coverage

Assistive Technology

Resources for adaptive equipment, products, and supports to promote independence at school, work or home

BDDS/Waiver Services

Resources for Home and Community Based Medicaid Waivers (Independent Living and Community Supports)

Benefits Planning (From IIDC)

Resources and support to access work incentives and working guidelines for Social Security

Career Planning (From IIDC)

Resources for career development, interviewing strategies, and job search process

Going to College with Asperger's & Autism
Guide for Job Seekers & Workers with a Disability

Healthy Indiana Plan – HIP

Health insurance program offered by the State of Indiana

Independent Living

Resources to promote independence in education, recreational programming, transportation, housing, and support groups

INSOURCE (Special Education Parent Support) Transition Resources

A Guide on How to Prepare for Higher Education

A great fit for any student, family member, or educator looking for information on how to prepare for higher education regarding disabilities. The guide covers educational opportunities, preparation steps, knowing your rights, different types of disabilities, and recommended resources for additional information.

Medicaid

Information about the various Medicaid Programs and how to apply

National Resources for Parents of Children and Youth with Disabilities

Nursing Career Guide for People with Disabilities


New guide that compares the benefits and challenges of a nursing career, tips on choosing an accessible nursing school, and different nursing career paths, their demands, and accommodations available, as well as advice on job interviews, disclosing disabilities to employers, and understanding legal protections.

Parent Support

Parental support, information, and training to promote effective educational programs and services for children and young adults with disabilities

Quality Indicators for Provider Selection

Information on how to select an Employment Provider that is right for you to assist you with the job search process

Self-Advocacy

Information, education, and resources to promote individual rights, respect, and community inclusion

Studying with ADHD
Thriving in Trade School with a Disability

Center on Community Living and Careers (from IIDC)

Transition planning services and projects for individuals and families
CCLC Transition

Vocational Rehabilitation

Provides quality individualized services to enhance and support people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment

VR Transition Fact Sheets

Working with Indiana Rehabilitation
Working with Indiana Rehabilitation for Students and Families
Working with Indiana Rehabilitation for Teachers

 
 

View the INAPSE Transition Brochure for more information.

 
 

Training Resources

Transition Related Webinars

DWD Career Exploration Webinar

It all starts with the age-old question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”, sometimes the newer version, “What problems do you want to solve in the world?”. Either way it is phrased, exploring potential careers is an important step in starting a career path. Please use this link to learn more about exploring career pathways, understanding skills and abilities, identifying occupations and other aspects of career exploration as Indiana APSE and the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) present Exploring Career Pathways – the Webinar!

Supported Living Options - Presented by Ilese Anderson

INAPSE Transition Council’s Summer Lunch Webinar series concludes with a presentation from Ilese Anderson, Executive Residential Director for Stonebelt, which covers various Supported Living Options. (Use Passcode: ++o@Qs@5)

College Accommodations - Presented by Sandra Widener

Part of INAPSE Transition Council’s Summer Lunch Series: Sandra Widener, Director of Disability Support Services for Ivy Tech, shares vital information on College Accommodations for students. (Use Passcode: Tz27?#c6)

Pre-Employment & Employment Services

MaryEllen Noe and Jonathon Kraeszig share their expertise on Pre-Employment and Employment Services. This webinar is part of the INAPSE Transition Council’s Summer Lunch Series. (Use Passcode:31+@1&ZU)

Medicaid Waiver - Presented By Heather Sorrells

This webinar is part of INAPSE Transition Council’s Summer Lunch Series. Speaker Heather Sorrells Associate Director of IMPG, presents information the Medicaid Waiver. (Use Passcode:zaryRI5&)

Special Needs Trusts - Presented by The Arc

This webinar is part of INAPSE Transitions Council’s Summer Lunch Series. Speaker Sarah Geis, Associate Trust Director of The ARC, presents information and resources regarding special needs trusts. (Use Passcode:T#Vi0A++)

Guardianship Options - Presented by Karly Sciortino-Poulter

This webinar is a part of INAPSE Transitions Council’s Summer Lunch Series. Speaker Karly Sciortino-Poulter, Director of the ARC Advocacy Network, resources viewers with guardianship options. (Use Passcode:WY@Fl7j+)

Using Labor Market Information
This webinar examines the value of Labor Market Information (LMI) as it applies to national workforce job-driven initiatives around preparing youth and adults with disabilities for work.  

NTAC on Transition Webinars — Ask the Expert: Employment for Youth with Autism: Keys to Success!

Collaborative Initiatives Across Career and Technical Education, Vocational Rehabilitation and Special Education:
Three State/Local Stories

Ask the Expert: Video Modeling for Employment! 

Resources for Implementation of the Five Pre-ETS Priority Areas 

Link to other NTACT events and webinars

Including pre-ETS overview, pre-ETS in higher education, and downloads for the webinars listed above