278: Helping Kids on the Spectrum Transition to Adulthood, with Shannon Urquiola

278:与香农·奥奇拉一起帮助孩子们过渡到成年

Beautifully Complex

育儿

2024-08-22

32 分钟

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Navigating the transition to adulthood with your neurodivergent child can be overwhelming and fraught with uncertainties. In this episode of Beautifully Complex, my guest, Shannon Urquiola and I explore the critical aspects of preparing kids on the spectrum for adulthood, addressing common pain points like guardianship, financial planning, SSI, and vocational rehabilitation. You'll gain insights into crucial legal processes and the importance of starting early, as well as practical tips for ensuring your child’s needs are met. From understanding the guardianship process and navigating Social Security benefits to involving vocational rehab in IEP meetings, this episode covers the essential elements you need to consider. Shannon shares strategies to prepare your child for independence, highlights from her own experiences, and the importance of detailed documentation and early planning. By focusing on these key elements, you can better understand the steps needed to support your child’s journey into adulthood. Tune in to learn how to manage the emotional and logistical challenges and discover resources that can make this transition smoother for both you and your child. Don't miss this information-packed episode that provides valuable tools and encouragement for parents and guardians. Subscribe, share, and gain peace of mind knowing you're not alone in this journey. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beautifully-complex--6137613/support.

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