Transitioning into Adulthood
Autism Jargon — ITP (Individual Transition Plan)
In this weekly series via Autism Live called “Autism Jargon,” Shannon Penrod talks about confusing autism terms, defining them in an easy-to-understand way. This video addresses the ITP (Individual Transitions Plan), including what an ITP is and why you need to know about this important part of your child’s IEP (Individual Education Plan).
Young Adults with ASD Talk About Life Beyond High School
An Ability Life Solutions Favorite, this must-watch video shows us how far we’ve come from non-autistic people “telling” us about autism to actually “listening” to the voices of autistic individuals.
What Happens to Children with Autism When They Become Adults? | Kerry Magro, TEDxMorristown
In this Tedx Talk, Kerry Magro, an award-winning speaker and best-selling author, asks listeners to imagine scenarios experienced by autistics and provides strategies for advocacy – and it’s riveting. In relating to Kerry’s past and present story, you will likely see parts of yourself or your child in this coming-of-age story of life with autism.
Giving adults with autism the skills to build independent lives
In this PBS News Hour report, First Place Transition Academy in Phoenix, Arizona, is highlighted for their program which is training young adults with autism to live and work independently.
Getting a Job with Autism-Joanne Lara
In this episode of Autism Live, Joanne Lara joins the program to discuss Autism Works Now, an initiative which helps young adults with autism transition to adulthood and obtain work.
Transition to Adulthood Panel
In this panel that was live-streamed to YouTube, several autistic advocates join the discussion about the transition to adulthood, and what that looks like for each individual.
Transition to Adulthood for Young Adults with ASD
An Ability Life Solutions Video Favorite, Dr. Peter Gerhardt, whose esteem we cannot stress, has over 35 years of experience using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, serves on numerous professional advisory boards, and is the founding Chairman of the Scientific Council of the Organization for Autism Research (OAR).
Helping Children With Autism Transition Into Adulthood
In order to help with transitions, Yale Professor, Fred R. Volkmar, MD, says the simplest way to think about autism is a learning disability, one without a fundamental orientation toward people. He briefly discusses symptoms and general transitions, which we really need to begin to plan for in high school.
When Autism Grows Up
In this video, 30 years old Brett Cathcart is highlighted as an example of a young adult hoping to transition into independent living. He already works at the supermarket, but hopes to work full-time to support himself and live on his own. Brett is part of the 20% of autistic adults who are employed, highlighting …
