084. What is a Transition Fair? A Guide for Families with Disabilities

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Hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) discuss more in-depth how transition fairs can help families with planning through the transition process. The duo highlight how fairs will typically promote providers and agencies offering various services, including day programs, residential agencies, and recreational opportunities. They emphasize the value of early planning, advising families to gather information, organize it in a transition binder, and consider specific needs. They also suggest using checklists, attending breakout sessions, and engaging with providers to make informed decisions. Join the conversation!

Episode Keywords:
Transition fair, post-secondary transition, families with disabilities, resources, providers, agencies, day programs, residential agencies, community development, Special Olympics, disability rights, estate planning, transition coordinators, special educators, breakout sessions

Links:
Adult Agency Snapshot (page)
Guardianship (page)
Alternatives to Guardianship (page)
Transition Tools (page)
Developmental Disabilities Agencies (page)
Vocational Rehabilitative Agency (page)

Maryland (specific) Links/Supports:
Disability Rights Maryland (site)
DORS (page)
DDA (page)

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Intro/Outro music by AudioCoffee from Pixabay.
Transition music by Joseph McDade from Transistor.