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Children's Services: Transitioning Youth

What is Transition?

Transition is the period of time when a student prepares to move from life as a student to life in the adult world. For students with developmental disabilities this means planning not only training and careers, but also identifying adult service providers. Maryland students are entitled to a free, appropriate and public education. Students with disabilities receive this entitlement until they complete the school year in which they turn 21; after this—eligibility and availability of funds determine services. Finding adult service providers is the responsibility of the student and the student’s family.

What Services does The Arc provide?

The Arc wants to make sure that the transition from childhood to adulthood is smooth. Here are a few of the services we offer:

  • Transitioning Youth Workshop series: This series walks families and youth through the transition process. Workshops include introductions to the Developmental Disabilities Administration, Social Security Benefits, Housing, Employment Opportunities, Futures Planning, and more. Click here to view current workshop opportunities at The Arc.
  • Ready At 21: A three-part series run in collaboration with Resource Connections and Prince George’s County Public Schools, Ready at 21 prepares high school juniors and seniors to lead service provider interviews, IEP and IP meetings. Students learn the principles of Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, and Self-Advocacy.
  • Networking Opportunities for youth and families: Click here to view current networking opportunities and seminars at The Arc.
  • Life Enrichment Awards Program (LEAP): The LEAP grant, sponsored by the HSC Foundation, provides goods and services that are usually not available from public service and government agencies, and are directly linked to transition planning and implementation. Funds may be used for a variety of purposes including: Career Related Courses, Equipment, Business Attire, Job Exploration. Eligible applicants with a disability must be between the ages of 14-25. Click here to download an application

Who do I contact?

If you have questions about the Transitioning Youth Process, contact Karen Oliver at 301-925-7050, ext. 245.
For more information about Transition, click here to download a copy of the Transition Planning Guide.

What is the next step in services?

The Arc would love to meet you and discuss our different programs for adults. The Arc offers four Adult Day Programs and an Employment Services Program.