The following links have information for young people with a disability and transitioning from school:
NDCO – transitions and pathways
Autism Australia – transitioning a student with autism – Launchpad
The education to employment website has some great resources for making this transition – click here
Frankston disability resource directory
Ticket to work is a School based apprenticeships program for young people with a disability the TTW website has more information
Victoria and Australia wide services :
SCOPE – supports people with physical, intellectual and multiple disabilities.
Carers Australia – work to improve the health, wellbeing, resilience and financial security of carers and to ensure that caring is a shared responsibility of family, community and government.
Young Carers – If you are a young carer the information on this website will give you tips on how to look after yourself and the person you are caring for.
Human Services – works in partnership with others to help individuals and organisations around the country understand their rights and meet their legal responsibilities.
An online community for people with a disability.
Amaze has many resources in relation to autism.
SDS schools :
The DHS pathways guide is a resource with various contacts and options to guide young people with a disability transitioning from school.
The Disability career resource is an online resource with a range of resources for young people exploring careers.
YDAS has a booklet available for planning your way – click here
Watching some examples of other people’s stories maybe helpful – click here