Transitioning to Adulthood is a series of booklets prepared by Renee Beauregard of the XXYY Project. This is a summary of steps that parents/guardians of young adults with developmental disabilities must consider in preparing for their entry into the adult world of employment and independent living.
The recommendations are focused on young men with 48 chromosomes, rather than the 47 that describe the trisomy X/Y variations (Klinefelter syndrome, Trisomy X and 47,XYY.) For this reason, not all of the assumptions regarding functioning level will apply to all young people with X and Y chromosome variations. Take this into consideration when reading through the sections.
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 1: Laying the Groundwork
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 2: Teens and Young Adults
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 4: First, He Needs an Income
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 5: Addressing His Medical Needs
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 6: Continuing Education Options
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 7: Where Will He Live?
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 8: Disability Services
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 9: Long-term Planning
Transitioning to Adulthood – Part 10: Older Adults: Now What Do We Do?
