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Transition to Adulthood

I have a son who has high functioning autism,with anxiety and depression. He is nearly 16 and attends an excellent school for children with complex needs. I am looking at his transition to.adult hood and ensuring that he gets the support he needs.
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Please don't hesitate to tell us anything more about yourself and your son, or to ask any questions. The better we get to know you, the more easily we may find ways to help you.
I am glad to hear that you found an excellent school for your son. I worked for 8 or 9 years until my retirement a couple of years ago as a Learning Support Assistant in a high school ASD unit, and I can't say I was much impressed either with our provision or the provision of other schools around us. Inevitably, of course, I fell in love with the children
Do be in touch.
Warmest best wishes to you,
@JennysDad
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I wonder if @Zoe_Scope knows of any resources or can offer any guidance here?
The National Autistic Society have lots of information about transition that might help. They say:
Your child should be at the centre of any transition planning, this is known as person-centred planning.
There may be different options and destinations available, such as:
- befriending or mentoring.
You and your child may be entitled to financial support, community care services from your local authority or trust, and other support such as Blue Badges, bus passes and home adaptations.If staying on in education or looking for employment, there will be a number of options available.
- Supported internships are structured study programmes based primarily at an employer for those living in England.
If your child has an education, health and care plan in England, co-ordinated support plan in Scotland, or statement of special educational needs in Wales and Northern Ireland, you may wish to contact our Education Rights Service for advice on how the plan may be affected by these options.Senior online community officer