Parents - Students!!! Think Self-Advocacy A strong self advocate… Understands his or her disability. Understands his or her rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Understands his or her rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Asks for assistance when necessary. Explains needed accommodations in an appropriate manner. Identifies problems and uses effective problem-solving skills. Understands strengths and limitations. Speaks up for him or herself and acts as his or her own advocate. Sets goals and takes steps to achieve them Has hopes and dreams for the future and takes action to make them a reality. Visit our website for more information: http:// stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc	Parents - Students!!! Think Getting a Job VALUED WORKERS ARE: Honest & trustworthy Motivated and hard working Exhibit a good attitude VALUED WORKERS ARE: Flexible Team workers Friendly VALUED WORKERS: Ask questions and listen well Seek help when needed Work to improve on performance VALUED WORKERS: Work neatly & accurately Follow directions Complete tasks VALUED WORKERS: Observe safety rules Dress appropriately Practice good personal hygiene VALUED WORKERS: Are punctual Have good attendance Work well without supervision Give their best efforts Visit our website for more information: http:// stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc	Parents - Students!!! Think about your Rights in the Transition Process Beginning at age 14, students with disabilities have the right to have a transition plan as part of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) This plan should be based on needs and interests, and may include: Instruction that will prepare the student for work and living in the community, Job experiences, Community experiences, Instruction in daily living skills, Planning for career, employment, training, college, recreation, transportation, living arrangements, medical needs, self-advocacy, safety, living skills, income support, and legal needs. How to get started: Ø Talk to your school’s resource teacher Ø Contact FACT at 636-949-2425 Ø Contact MPACT at 1-800-743-7634 Visit our website for more information: http:// stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc
Parents!!! Think Living Independently Here are some things young adults should know to be independent: · Make good decisions to be safe at home alone, · Use the telephone to call 911, neighbors, and friends, · Prepare a simple meal, · Store food safely, · Know how to enter and leave the house on his/her own, · Take care of personal hygiene, · Participate in recreation or have leisure interests, · Do chores on his or her own, · Get around your neighborhood, · Do laundry. Visit our website for more information: http:// stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc	Parents - Students!!! Thinking about College? Decide on your education goal. You can get a degree or take continuing education for person interest Meet with your Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to discuss your options. Choose your college and call their Access Office to discuss enrolling. To find a college, visit this website: http://www.stlcc.edu/disAbility/ Access_Office/Guidebook.html Know your disability. Be prepared to ask for the help you need to be a successful student. Meet with the disability support office at your college to discuss accommodations you may need. Update proof of your disability. Take a WAIS IQ test if you have a learning disability. Investigate your financial responsibilities and options. Learn about your options for transportation to school. Visit our website for more information: http:// stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc	Parents - Students!!! Resources Know about these important resources for individuals with disabilities: Division of Vocational Rehabilitation http://dese.mo.gov/vr St. Louis County Office: 314-877-1500 St. Louis City Office: 314-877-2940 St. Charles Office: 636-940-3300 Department of Mental Health, Regional Office www.dmh.missouri.gov St. Louis County Office: 314-340-6500 St. Louis City Office: 314-244-8800 St Charles County Office: 636-926-1200 Social Security Administration www.socialsecurity.gov 1-800-772-1213 MO. Dept. of Social Services – Family Support www.dss.mo.gov/fsd St. Louis County Office: 314-426-9600 St. Louis City Office: 314-877-2000 St. Charles County Office: 636-940-3170 Missouri Protection and Advocacy 1-800-392-8661 Senate Bill 40 Boards www.macdds.org St. Louis County (PLB): 314-726-6016 St. Louis City (DD Resources): 314- 421-0090 St. Charles County (DDRB): 636-939-3351 Governor’s Council on Disability www.gcd.oa.mo.gov 1-800-877-8249 Visit our website for more information: http:// stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc
St. Charles Transition Alliance WEBSITE ADDRESS: http://stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc Helping improve the transition from school to adult life for individuals with disabilities BOOKMARKS AVAILABLE: Getting a Job Think Independence Transition Rights Thinking About College Disability Service Agencies Think Self-Advocacy	St. Charles Transition Alliance WEBSITE ADDRESS: http://stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc Helping improve the transition from school to adult life for individuals with disabilities BOOKMARKS AVAILABLE: Getting a Job Think Independence Transition Rights Thinking About College Disability Service Agencies Think Self-Advocacy	St. Charles Transition Alliance WEBSITE ADDRESS: http://stlouis.missouri.org/education/sltc Helping improve the transition from school to adult life for individuals with disabilities BOOKMARKS AVAILABLE: Getting a Job Think Independence Transition Rights Thinking About College Disability Service Agencies Think Self-Advocacy