Annotated Resource List for Integrated Transition Planning
Integrated Transition Planning is planning a coordinated transition from pediatric/child-centered services to adult services for education, employment and health care for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities or special health care needs.
Broad Resources that Lead to Other Resources, Information, or Referrals
Policy/Organizational Guidance
Interagency Agreement on Transition (June 2020)
The Department of Public Instruction (DPI), Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), and Department of Health Services (DHS) have the primary responsibility for providing services to students and…
Transition Action Guide for Post-School Planning
This Transition Assistance Guide (TAG) promotes communication, coordination, and services for students with disabilities transitioning from school to work. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of all partners in the transition process.…
Resources for Professionals, Families, and Youth
PACER’s National Parent Center on Transition and Employment Learning Center
The Learning Center informs parents and others about major components of transition to adulthood for youth with disabilities. Explore relevant articles and current resources that will help youth meet their goals for life…
Wisconsin Children’s Resource Centers
Wisconsin has 5 Children’s Resource Centers staffed by information and referral specialists, who are available to assist with questions about transition planning, including health benefits, changing doctors and systems from pediatrics to…
Finding Your Way: A Navigation Guide for Wisconsin Families Who Have Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs and Disabilities
This guide’s purpose is to assist families who may have concerns or questions about their child’s development or have received a diagnosis of a special health care need or disability. It provides…
Aging and Disability Resource Center
Aging and Disability Resource Centers manage the process of applying and qualifying for long-term care benefits. Youth can apply and take a functional screen a few months prior to their 18th birthday.…
How-to Resources – Policy, Procedure, or Guides
Family Voices of Wisconsin Training – What’s After High School?
A training for families with transition-age youth developed by Family Voices of Wisconsin. The training is available online in English and Spanish and addresses education, independent living and health care issues.
WI Board for People with Developmental Disabilities Toolkits
The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (WI BPDD) strives to unite ALL of Wisconsin in supporting people with developmental disabilities to lead their most independent lives. WI BPDD worked with…
Before Age 18 Wisconsin Transition Resource Guide
The Wisconsin Transition Resource Guide provides tips and resources to help plan for adulthood and life after high school. Helps youth consider choices, explore options, and take action to prepare for the future.…
Transition Action Guide for Post-School Planning
This Transition Assistance Guide (TAG) promotes communication, coordination, and services for students with disabilities transitioning from school to work. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of all partners in the transition process.…
Stories/Real Life Examples that Illustrate Integrated Transition
Wisconsin Transition Improvement Grant
The mission of the Wisconsin Transition Improvement Grant is to provide professional development to educators, youth, families and transition partners to ensure every child graduates, college and career ready! Includes an approved…