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agencies, and resources to youth and adults with special needs; and their family members. We are a clearinghouse of information and resources; and the compliation of these resources
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Before Age 18
Autism Society of Los Angeles - Transition to Adulthood
Advice, information and resources for youth with Autism Spectrm Disorder (ADS). Although this site is specific to ASD, it is beneficial to many youth and young adults who are not diagnosed with ASD.
Link: autismla.org/The-Autism-Journey/High-School.htm
California Employment Consortium for Youth (CECY)
Tarjan Center at UCLA
University of California, Los Angeles, 11075 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Telephone: (310) 825-0170 ~ Website: http://www.semel.ucla.edu/tarjan/employment
CECY E-News is supported, in part, by a Project of National Significance Grant (#90DN0284) by the Administration of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Administration for Community Living, DHHS. The content does not necessarily reflect the views and policies of their founder. CECY is administered by the Tarjan Center at the Universicy of California Los Angeles.
California Volunteers
Link: www.californiavolunteers.org/index.php
Community Centers, INC
7518-26 South Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles 90044
Phone: (323) 752-2115
Fax: (323) 789-4574
Free education and training - Jobs and employment referrals, vocational - teens and adults
DOTS – District Office Transition Services (LAUSD, Los Angeles Unified School District)
Welcome to our DOTS website! In addition to this section, you might find the "What is DOTS?" tab at the top of the home page helpful.
Transition is the lifelong process of individual evolution, growth and development. Transition is a part of our lives from birth through adult life, but DOTS focuses mostly on the transition from high school to successful adult living. See links below:
Main: http://dots.lausd.net/
Students/Parents: http://dots.lausd.net/students/studentsparents
Teachers: https://dots.lausd.net/user/login?destination=/teachers
Transition Resources: http://dots.lausd.net/transition
More News: http://dots.lausd.net/news
Family Center on Technology and Disability
Link: http://www.fctd.info/show/fig_
Love in Law - Limited Conservatorships (Protecting Developmentally Disabled Adults; A How-To Guide)
You can take control of the Legal Process in protecting your developmentally disabled adult child with the help this workbook provides. Learn how to: -Become the legal fiduciary your child requeisre, -prepare the voluminous cour documents for a limited conservatorship, -work as a family to protect the rights of your child, - exercise control over those areas where your child needs assistance, -use the services of an attorney with fiscal efficiency, -represent yourself in court with confidence
Website: www.LoveInLaw.net
New LifeStyles Online Source for Senior Living
New LifeStyles has been serving the Los Angeles/ Ventura County area since 1991. Published since 1987, New LifeStyles' FREE directories of senior living and care options are available in over 40 areas throughout the U.S. and Canada. New LifeStyles covers the entire U.S.
Tel: 800-869-9549
Website: www.NewLifeStyles.com
Transition to Adult Living: An Information and Resource Guide
Link: www.calstat.org/publications/pdfs/Transition_final_08.pdf
Transition Planning - Prepare Them For Employment & Independent Living
Information about the ITP Process (Individual Transition Plan), Measurable Post-School Goals, Transition Assessment, Transition Services, Age of Majority, Conservatorship, Best Practices, Self-Advocacy, Community Agency Participation, Team Approach to Transition Planning, Benefits Planning, Information & Resources, Guide (which included links to: Transition Curriculum Websites, Sites for Persons with Disabilities, Job Search Websites, Counselor Resoruce Guide, and Transition Portfolio for the Student)
Transportation Services
Access Services: 800-827-0829, http://www.asila.org/home/
Dial-A-Ride: County 800-439-0439, ladpw.org/PDD/Transit/Page_01.cfm
METRO - Metropolitan Transit Authority: 323-466-3876, www.metro.net
UCLA Extension | PATHWAY
Pathway at UCLA Extension is a two-year certificate program for students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, offering a blend of educational, social, and vocational experiences, taught and supervised by experienced instructors sensitive to the individual needs of our students. On campus, Pathway students attend classes and participate with UCLA students in the many social, recreational, and cultural activities of a major university. We invite you and your family to learn more about Pathway at UCLA Extension, and discover the difference a quality higher education program can make.
Pathway uses a "learn by doing" approach. Our curriculum is based on a liberal arts education, including the arts, sciences, and humanities. Pathway promotes self-advocacy, and uses individualized support to accommodate the different learning styles of students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. Courses include training in life skills and career exploration, with a strong emphasis on practical learning.
Applications and Admissions Information - Candidates are typically between 18 and 25 years old, have completed a high school program, and possess a well-rounded background in education, life-skills training, and some work experience. Other qualities include strong social and adaptive skills, enthusiasm for learning and the college experience, desire to live independent from their family, and a family that supports this desire. To assure a good match, Pathway participants are selected through an application and interview process. Admission Deadlines: Applications to Pathway at UCLA Extension are due by February 1st for admissions for the following fall quarter. All students begin taking Pathway courses in the fall quarter. Accepted applicants will be notified by April 30th. Eligible applicants that cannot be accepted for space reasons may be placed on Alternate status for fall admission, contingent on other students accepting or declining our admission offers. If an Alternate student cannot be accommodated for fall admission they may be placed on a waiting list for admission at a later date during that academic year. If a student cannot be accommodated during the year they may reapply for a subsequent year. Early Action: Students may also apply for Early Action and potentially receive notification of admission earlier. The deadline for Early Action enrollment is November 15th. Decisions about Early Action are made by January 15th. The number of spaces allotted for Early Action may be limited to no more than 50% of the incoming cohort. Packet: To request an admissions packet, call (310) 794-1235 or download the application files by clicking the links at the bottom of this page. After reviewing your application, we will contact you to schedule an in-person interview and tour of the UCLA campus. A second interview may be required before a final decision is made. Download application materials: Application | Reference Form | Skills and Behavior Assessment
The expected outcomes for Pathway students are:Enhanced Academic Skills: Expand academic skills to set a foundation for lifelong learning; Career Development: Identify career goals and participate in activities that support future employment; Independence: Achieve an increased level of independence and participation in community activities; Increased Social Skills: Increase social skills by developing personal and work relationships; Self-Advocacy: Practice self-advocacy and self-determination in academic and daily living; Healthy Living: Assess one's own health needs, and actively engage in a healthy lifestyle; Self-Enrichment: Pursue self-enrichment activities that match personal goals.
Pathway's strength lies in our carefully structured curriculum, comprised of courses within the following skill-building areas - Academics: Pathway students earn a certificate from UCLA Extension that includes successful participation in a combination of required coursework, electives, and producing a student portfolio. Students may elect to participate in courses offered through UCLA Extension, UCLA Recreation, or auditing approved UCLA classes. Career Exploration and Work Readiness: All Pathway students must participate in a structured internship, typically during their second year. Internship sites are selected according to student interest and skill level and are designed to allow students to apply skills learned while participating in Pathway. Life Skills: While participating in Pathway, students receive life skills instruction from our partner Creative Support. Staff work with students to develop essential living skills to prepare them to live as independently as possible upon graduation. Instruction occurs in the student apartments and throughout the community. Transition to Independent Living: Training that guides students in making safe, healthy decisions that will prepare them for independent living in their home community. Seminars also are available for students’ families, advising them on ways to best to support their students in achieving their goals.
Location
Pathway Office - 10995 Le Conte Avenue, Room 639, Los Angeles, CA (Classrooms conveniently located in Westwood Village)
Tel: 310-794-1235 | Web: www.uclaextension.edu/pathway
UCLA Community Based Learning Program (CBL) - Various Programs
Workforce Investment Act Program (WIA)
The UCLA Community Based Learning Program (CBL) is part of the Office of Instructional Development at the University of California, Los Angeles. The mission of CBL is to assist young people with the transition from youth to adulthood, providing a variety of programs that encourage youth to move from secondary to post-secondary education and on to meaningful careers and productive adult lives. CBL receives funding from the City of Los Angeles through the federal Workforce Investment Act to provide the following services to youth ages 14-21: Basic Skills Remediation; Work Readiness Training; Work experience, internships and job placement; Preparation for post-secondary education; Tutoring and homework assistance, Youth leadership development, Mentoring, Computer literacy
Summer Youth Employment
In addition to youth workforce activities, CBL operates after school programs as part of California’s 21st Century After school Learning Programs and LAUSD’s Beyond the Bell Program. Activities include tutoring, preparation for post-secondary education, youth leadership development and other enrichment programs. Locations at many high schools and middle schools.
Afterschool Programs
CBL operates after school programs as part of California's 21st Century Afterschool Learning Programs and LAUSD's Beyond the Bell Division. Activities include tutoring, college preparation, youth leadership development and other enrichment activities. Currently, CBL operates in many middle and high schools.
Migrant Leadership Institute
This program, gunded by the California Department of Education, provides a 4 week on-campus residential institute and follow-up services to 100 students of migrant families from throughout the state of California. The projected outcome of the program is to have these students, who have been neglected by traditional academic support, re-engage in their high school experience and go on to post-secondary education. Parents are also included in a 2-day institute.
Location
405 Hilgard Ave., 70 Powell, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Vocational Rehabilitation Services - Complete Guide of Rights and Responsibilities
Manual: http://www.disabilityrightsca.org/pubs/540101.pdf
Eligibility Fact Sheet: http://www.disabilityrightsca.org/pubs/F06601.html
What Are Vocational Rehabilitation Services - Fact Sheet: http://www.disabilityrightsca.org/pubs/F06601.html
More related Publications: http://www.disabilityrightsca.org/issues/employment_pubs.html
Assistive Technology: http://www.disabilityrightsca.org/pubs/532701.htm
Comparable Benefits Fact Sheet: http://www.disabilityrightsca.org/pubs/F06501.html
All Related Vocational Rehab Links by DRC: CLICK HERE
Youth Transition Toolkit
Link: www.tknlyouth.org/index.html
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AdvanceLA
Vocational, Transitional Living (Independent Living Skills), and Post-Secondary Education LIfe Preparation
A variety of services for teens, young adults, parents and professionals. We acknowledge that the road to greater levels of independence can be challenging for many people no matter what age. Some clients may benefit from utilizing a few of our service options, while others may just be interested in attending a workshop or social event. The strengths-based assessment process provides information on the best course of action by identifying the level of support or intervention you need to make meaningful progress, and offers you an idea of what services would be most beneficial.
With Advance LA’s individualized approach you can mix and match services that best suit your needs.
Website: www.AdvanceLA.org
13130 Burbank Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91401 ~ Tel: 818-779-5247
Art Class for Young Adults with ASD
For young adults on the spectrum interested in a career in illustration, cartoons, or graphic novels – come work on your projects in a collaborative environment facilitated by an award-winning author of children’s books and an Emmy-winning animation director. Classes start in January in Playa Vista. Come create some fun characters with people who do this for a living!
Tel: 781-254-2010 or email
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Bridgeport School - Transition Program
Ages: 18-21 - The Bridgeport Transition Program is comprised of 3 major life skill classes.
Adult Living: Anatomy, Grooming, and Etiquette; Personal Hygeine; Sex Education, Choices, and Reponsibilities; STDs, Sexual Harassment, Stalking, and Rap; Medical Resources and Medications; Adult Reponsibilities, Laws, and Self-Advocacy; Anger and Stress Management; Healthy Lifestyles Vs. Unhealthy Lifestyles
Independent Living: Time and Measurement; Hygiene; Appropriate Attire; Nutrition/Health; Budgeting; Cost of Living; Identifying Various Sources of Information/References; Reading Labels and Following Direction; Transportation; Community Resources; General Safety; Self Advocacy; Banking; Taxes; Payment Options; Legal - Self-Determination, Personal Information, Legal Contracts, Etc.; Social Skills such as Basic Communication Skills - Verbal and Non-Verbal, Behavior - Acceptable vs. Unacceptable, Emotions, Manners - Good vs. Bad, Basic Converstion - Initiate/Desengage, Problem Solving, Relationships, Roes - Job, Friends, Family
Career Development: Rewards for Working; Pay; Interest; Highlighting Skills/Abilities; Goals; Identifying Resources; Interviewing; Legal Aspects of Employment (minimum wage, withholding, worker's comp., etc); Locating Occupational Resources; Requirements/Demands of Preferred Occupations; Accomodations on Job Site; Career Advancement
Personal Portfolio: Each transition student is also required to compile a vocational portfolio which will contain the following items and documents: Information and/or Work Samples to Demonstrate Knowledge of a Preferred Ocuppation; Resume, Job Applications; Various Employment Materials
Vocational Jobs: Students gain real work experience through on and off campus vocational training, including: Angel's Cafe; El Pollo Loco Sales and Delivery; Ravioli Sales and Deliver; Costco/Smart & Final Shopping Trips; Subway & Sharky's Sales and Delivery; Pizza Sales and Delivery; Potato Sales and Delivery; Smothie Sales and Delivery; LuLu's Caffee Shop; Gardening; Cookie Sales; Student Store Management; Off Campus Workability
13130 Burbank Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
Principal: 818-779-5193 | Assistant Princiapal: 818-779-5173 | Main: 818-781-0360
Web: www.TheHelpGroup.org
California Department of Rehabilitation
Government benefits - contact local center for independent living, and they can help explore what benefits she may be eligible for. here is a link to identify their local independent living center. http://www.rehab.cahwnet.gov/ils/ILC-List.html
California Employment Consortium for Youth (CECY)
Tarjan Center at UCLA
University of California, Los Angeles, 11075 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Telephone: (310) 825-0170
CECY E-News is supported, in part, by a Project of National Significance Grant (#90DN0284) by the Administration of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Administration for Community Living, DHHS. The content does not necessarily reflect the views and policies of their founder. CECY is administered by the Tarjan Center at the Universicy of California Los Angeles.
Center for Advanced Transition Skills
Collaboration between Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) & Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD)
Eligibility - CATS recommends that a student has the following: Current IEP; Be at least 19 years of age by September of enrollment year; Willing to make a two-year commitment to participate; Have a developing support network; Have completed 4 years of high school (and: 1. Non-diploma tack 2. Teacher recommendation 3. Regular attendance 4. Particpated in work experience 5. Vocational classes 6. Travel in the community independently)
Program Overview: Primarily services students with moderate to severe disabilities. It seeks to provide these student with a comprehensive transition program that helps them to develop skills in the areas of education and training, employment and independet living skills. LAUSD personnel provide participating students with oppourtunities in personal and career development instruction and work based learning experiences that are assessment driven and based on the students dreams and plans for the future. These opportunities are both on campus and in the community, students also participate in community college classes as appropriate. The program makes it possible for students to develop focused career goals as they move towards further independence in an age appropriate environment.
Skills Student Needs: Ability to stay on tasks; Flexibility in daily routine; Good personal grooming/hygiene; Appropriate work-related behavior; Safety awareness; Positive peer/adult relationships; Ability to work independently; Independent travel skills
How Enrollment is Decided: Enrollment decisions are assessment driven. Students are assessed using a criteria rubric, both personal and family-based interview, and a review of records from high-school. Final decisions are made by a committee of professionals based on the appropriateness of placement and services for each student.
Program Components
Education and Training: Community College Courses; Functional Skills (reading, writing and math); Life Skills; Technology Instruction; Consumer Skills; Self-Determination; Self-Advocacy; Employability Skills
Employment: Interest/Career Planning and Assessment; Job search techniques; Job interview practice; Work-based learning; Volunteer opportunities; Safety Awareness; Appropriate work-related behavior
Independent (Daily) Living Skills: Mobility needs; Explorations of housing options; Daily living skills embedded in work and community settings; Community Service; Appropriate social interaction; Health and grooming; Sports and Hobbies
Community College Locations:
East Los Angeles College: 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park, CA 91754 | Tel: 323-265-8749
Los Angeles Harbor College: 1111 Figueroa Place, Wilmington, CA 90744 | Tel: 310-223-4213
Los Angeles Trade Technical College: 400 West Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015 | Tel: 213-247-9011
Los Angeles Mission College: 13356 Eldridge Avenue, Sylmar, CA 91342 | Tel: 818-364-7626
Los Angeles Pierce College: 6201 Winntka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91371 | Tel: 818-710-2569
West Los Angeles College: 9000 Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA 90230 | Tel: 310-287-4319
Program Contact
LAUSD | Division of Special Education | District Office of Transition Services (DOTS)
333 S. Beaudry Avenue, 17 Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Tel: 213-241-8050 | Fax: 213-241-4185
College Living Experience
Vocational, Transitional Living (Independent Living Skills), and Post-Secondary Education LIfe Preparation
Five locations thro-ughout the United States (Two in California)
Adults 18 - 26 years of age
Link: www.ExperienceCLE.com
Colleges and Jobs...
Special needs transition to adulthood Folks, More on transitions to adulthood, this time focused on jobs and colleges. A number of new “college” programs are popping up for our kids – both for those who are academic track and otherwise. There are also a number that are in the farm/ranch model that offer a terrific “college” curriculum as a transition program. Lots of overlap and alignment with our FRED focus (www.FREDconference.org)
Texas Tech program to support employment training for young adults: today.ttu.edu/2012/02/project-preparing-special-needs-students-for-workplace/
Community Centers, INC
7518-26 South Vermont Ave.
Free education and training - Jobs and employment referrals, vocational - teens and adults
DOTS – District Office Transition Services (LAUSD, Los Angeles Unified School District)
Welcome to our DOTS website! In addition to this section, you might find the "What is DOTS?" tab at the top of the home page helpful.
Transition is the lifelong process of individual evolution, growth and development. Transition is a part of our lives from birth through adult life, but DOTS focuses mostly on the transition from high school to successful adult living. See links below:
Main: http://dots.lausd.net/
Students/Parents: http://dots.lausd.net/students/studentsparents
Teachers: https://dots.lausd.net/user/login?destination=/teachers
Transition Resources: http://dots.lausd.net/transition
More News: http://dots.lausd.net/news
Employment Rights Under the Americans With Disabilities Act
Link: www.disabilityrightsca.org/pubs/506801.pdf
Essential Skills to Getting a Job
Link: www.dol.gov/odep/documents/essential_job_skills.pdf
GENERATING ALL POSSIBILITIES A Year of Discovery and Growth
Are you graduating high school and don’t know what is next? Are you graduating and really need a break from academics? Are you in community college but spending your time away from class staring at a screen? Have you been out of high school for a few years and still need to “find your way?”
FACT’s GAP Program (Generating All Possibilities) may be the program for you!
GAP is a year of discovery and growth. You will have a chance to:
Define and develop your personal, vocational, educational and self advocacy goals through ongoing workshops and the support of your peers and team leaders.
Experience life on a community college campus. Students take one class in an area of interest and use the year to learn the resources and activities of the campus. Find out what types of supports you will need if you choose college as your path.
For further information or to arrange a visit please contact
Linda Andron-Ostrow, LCSW
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310 475-9620
GAP Program: http://www.factfamily.org/transition/gap-experience.html
Job Accomodation Network (JAN)
Free consulting service that provides information about job accomodations, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the employability of people with disabilites. JAN consultants distribute accomodation idea publications that address specific disabilities.
PO Box 9060, Morgantown, WV 26506-6080 ~ (800) 232-9675
Website: www.AskJAN.org
Office of Disability and Employment Policy - US Department of Labor
ODEP's mission is to provide leadership to increase employment opportunities for adults and youth with disabilities. Its customers include: individuals with disabilites and their families, private employers and their employees, federal, state and local government agencies, educational and training institutions, disability advocates and providers of services and government employers.
200 Constitution Avenue, NW S-1303, Washington, DC 20004 ~ 202-376-6200
Website: http://www.dol.gov/odep/
SSkills to Pay the Bills: Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success
This new publication is from the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy's Youth team. It is specifically designed for youth service professionals working with young people ages 14 to 24, and was field-tested in seven career development youth programs across the country serving all youth, including those with disabilities. This resource provides flexible, hands-on, engaging activities that focus on six key skill areas: communication, enthusiasm and attitude, teamwork, networking, problem solving and critical thinking, and professionalism. The curriculum is available in both English and Spanish.
Link: http://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/youth/
The Family Center on Technology and Disability
Link: http://www.fctd.info/show/fig_
Phone: (310) 206-5130 | Web: http://www.oid.ucla.edu/units/cbl
Example of “college” program in farming model: triform.org/
Example of “college” program in traditional model: http://www.taftcollege.edu/tcwp/til/Personal note: Liam works weekly at a local restaurant .He has a job coach, and encouragement from the owners and co-workers to make it successful for all. Liam is not unusual from his special needs peers – I can assure you if Liam can be supported to do this, so can many of our kids. They each have great passions to leverage and a desire to contribute in the world. We all do. My point in sharing this is that we need to push hard to change the way WE imagine what is possible for our kids. And we need to ask/push the community to help us create opportunities to do so. It starts with us. We can’t settle for less. (If you don’t know Liam, diagnosis=severe autism/cognitive impairment/anxiety disorder.) Mari-Anne Kehler (mom).
Los Angeles 90044
Phone: (323) 752-2115
Fax: (323) 789-4574