One common challenge to every individual with an intellectual or developmental disability and their families is the transition from childhood to adulthood. Known as the proverbial "cliff" – the point at which there seems to be a sudden drop in services and supports as children age out of the school system and into adult life. Below are resources to help with this transition and more.
Department Transition Slide Decks
NJ Department of Children and Families
Children’s System of Care
PerformCare
CSOC.Director@dcf.nj.gov
PerformCare: 1-877-652-7624
NJ Department of Education
Office of Special Education
OSEInfo@doe.nj.gov
609-376-9060
NJ Department of Health
Early Intervention
NJEarlyIntervention@doh.nj.gov
609-913-5426
NJ Department of Human Services
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Community Services Office Locations
DDD.FeeForService@dhs.nj.gov
1-800-832-9173
2023 Youth Transition Conference
Keynote Speaker: Paul Aronsohn
2022 Youth Transitions Conference
Keynote Speaker: Paul Aronsohn
2021 Youth Transition Conference
Keynote Speaker: Paul Aronsohn