Age 14
- Begin transition planning (go to Transition Planning Checklist)
- Include the student in planning
Age 15-16
- Apply for Washington State Identification Card (go to DOL website)
- Be sure to include self-advocacy goals in IEP (more about self-advocacy organizations in Washington)
- Determine graduation date
Age 18
- Register to vote (go to website)
- Open checking account
- Apply for SSI benefits (go to website)
- Enroll in Medicaid (go to website)
- If appropriate, begin guardianship process
Age 18-19
- Option to enroll in High School Transition Program until age 21 or continue on to post-secondary education
Final Year of School
- Request long-term employment supports from DDA. Depending on available funding, services may be available at age 21
- Apply for employment services from DVR
Any Age
- Apply for services from DDA. Even if there is a wait list for services, it’s important to request the services you need so that when funding becomes available, you will be in line. It also helps the state make requests for funding when people come forward who need services.
