Preparing for adulthood

Help for young people aged 14 to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities to plan for the future

Advice for young people

What preparing for adulthood means

Preparing for adulthood, planning and guidance

Making your own decisions

Mental capacity and decision making

Education options for young people aged 16 and over

Going to sixth form, college or university

Help finding work, training and volunteering

The next steps for when you are ready to work

Help deciding where to live

Supported, semi-supported, or independent living

Help to stay healthy and well

Find the right health support for your needs

Help with life skills

Managing money, benefits and personal budgets

Transitioning to adult health and mental health services

Aging out of children's health services

Moving to adult social care

Moving from children's to adult's care services

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