Transition planning is a long term, collaborative process to prepare students for a successful adult life. This site contains information and resources to help with the transition process.  

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• The BCSS Cape Center event notifications here: Email List & Parent Support Group

•  NJ Arc: Newsletter & Calendar of Events  

• SPAN Parent Advocacy Network: Resources & Materials for Families

• Planning For Adult Life: Calendar of Events and Student Involvement

• Parent Transition Survey  Information you provide will help with transition planning and instruction. Select options that communicate your thoughts and plans regarding your son or daughter’s transition.  We will continue to update information so that it remains accurate for planning. Thanks very much!

Use the site menu to learn more about each topic:

• Transition planning: Collaborative process to identify goals and plan for student success after graduation

• PerformCare: If eligible after applying, services for students with I/DD are provided until age 21

• Long Term Planning: Preparing for the future requires exploring residential options & financial planning

• Guardianship: Protects students unable to legally make life decisions (finances, education, healthcare, etc)

• SSI: Supplemental Security Income financial assistance (apply for eligibility at age 18 if appropriate) 

• Medicaid: Provided with SSI, Medicaid is important and is required for DDD services

• DVRS: Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services will provide pre-employment services for students 14+ if eligible. Services are also provided after graduation to help individuals accomplish employment goals. 

• DDD: Division of Developmental Disabilities provides a variety of services needed for daily living and employment 

• NJCAT: When applying for DDD, this survey assesses student needs. Results determine budget for services 

• Support Coordinator: Helps students and families effectively use their budget for DDD services 

• Postsecondary Options: College programs, Accommodations, Employment Training, Preparation and Planning