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WHITFIELD COUNTY SCHOOLSTRANSITION MANUAL

A Guide for ParentsEXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

201 EAST TYLER STREET DALTON GA 30722

TRANSITION MANUAL A GUIDE FOR PARENTSA product of WCS EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

DIRECTOR SARAH HOSKIN COORDINATOR KATHY REED COORDINATOR RUTHIE RULE

DUE PROCESS FACILITATOR DAWN COOK PARENT MENTOR ERIN K ARLEDGE

Whitfield County Schools 2016

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 4

Acronyms and Initials 5

Transition Service Plan An Explanation 9

Transition Planning Timeline for Mild Intellectual Disabilities 10

Transition Planning Timeline for Work ReadyCollege Bound and Other Mild Disabilities 13

Community-Based Vocational Training Timeline for More Severe Disabilities 14

Transition Plan Ideas for Mild Moderate Severe Profound and Other Intellectual Disabilities 18

Example of a Whitfield County Schools Transition Plan 22

Informal Adaptive Behavior Skills Checklist 27

Release of School Records - ldquoWhat is the procedure to obtain a copy of my childrsquos records from WCSrdquo 30

Home records ndash ldquoWhat records should I keep copies of at homerdquo 31

ldquoWhen My Child Turns 18 What Do I Need To Dordquo 32

How to Register for Selective Service 33

How to Register to Vote 34

Driverrsquos Permit and License 35

Georgia Identification card Handicapped ID card and Indigent ID card 39

Guardianship and Alternatives 40

Wills and Special Needs Trusts 42

Social Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) 43

Benefits Navigator Program 46

Ticket To Work Program 47

The Deeming Waiver (Katie Beckett) 48

2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Medicaid Waiver 50

Vocational Rehabilitation 53

Supported Employment 54

3

INTRODUCTION

Planning for a studentrsquos life after high school can be a stressful and uncertain time for parents of students with disabilities Are you confused or anxious about your childrsquos future Many parents worry about the time when their son or daughter will no longer attend school ldquoWhat will they do next What resources are availablerdquo Those who plan for this change from student to adult life are faced with a confusing maze of services and options All of this may seem overwhelming There is help When is the best time to prepare for entry into adult life While there is no set time many experts do agree that it is never too early to teach responsibility independence and a good work ethic Serious planning should begin during teen years for a smooth transition from school to adult service agencies This manual was assembled to guide parents through this process As a compliment to this Transition Manual a Resource Manual has been developed which provides more detailed information and resources including Vocational and Supported Employment Resources Georgia Residential and Day Services Alternative Services GED information Legal Services Transportation Disability Resources Advocacy and Support Groups Assistive Technology Medical and Dental Services Mental Health Services Family Planning and Sex Education Resources Respite Care Post-Secondary Schools Financial Aid Websites Books CDrsquos and Apps Recreation Leisure Summer Camps and Summer Programs and much more This detailed resource will be available on Whitfield County Schoolrsquos website If you are unable to access a computer you may contact Erin K Arledge at 706-876-3929 to request a paper copy This manual is ONLY a resource the choice is yours Together the student and parent may determine which resources are appropriate to meet the studentrsquos own abilities needs and potential The importance of advocacy cannot be stated strongly enough Whitfield County Schools encourages parental involvement in this process Please commit now to becoming informed and involved We hope this manual and additional resource information we are providing will be of value and help to you and your student

4

ACRONYMS AND INITIALS

ARE WE SPEAKING THE SAME LANGUAGE

The following is a list of acronyms or abbreviations often used when communicating with school systems state and federal agencies You may hear these acronyms used and feel lost or confused This list will help you understand the language of the school system and various agencies

DD Developmental Disability

DDS Department of Driverrsquos Services

DFCS Department of Family and Children Services

DHH DeafHard of Hearing

DHR Department of Human Resources ACRONYMSINITIALS

5

AADD All About Developmental Disabilities

AampD Alcohol and Drugs

ABA Applied Behavior AnalysisABI Acquired Brain Injury

APS Adult Protective Services

BD Behavior Disorder

BEH SPEC Behavior Specialist

CampA Child and Adolescent Program

CBI Community-Based Instruction

CBVI Community-Based Vocational Instruction

CBVT Community-Based Vocational Training

COMP Comprehensive Supports Waiver

CMI Chronically Mentally Ill

CTR Center

DBHDD Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disability

DCH Department of Community Health

DHS Department of Human Services

DMA Department of Medical Assistance

DOE Department of Education

DOL Department of Labor

DTAE Department of Technical and Adult Education

ES Employment Specialist

ESP Employment Support Plan

FY Fiscal Year

GA DOL Georgia Department of Labor

GDOE Georgia Department of Education

GED Georgia Education Development Test

GLRS Georgia Learning Resources System

GMCF Georgia Medical Care Foundation

HB House Bill

HCBS Home and Community Based Services

HOSP Hospital

HSP Human Services Provider

HV Home Visit

IampE Intake and Evaluation Team

ID Intellectual Disability

IEP Individualized Education Program

IFSP Individual Family Service Plan

IGR Individual Group Residence

IPP Individual Program Plan

ACRONYMSINITIALS

IQ Intelligence Quotient

6

ISP Individual Service Plan

ITP Individual Transition Plan

ITPC Interagency Transition Planning Council

IVP Individual Vocational Plan

JD Job Developer

LB Legally Blind

LD Learning Disability

LEA Local Education Agency

LSS Local School System

LTSE Lead Teacher for Special Education

MA Mental Age

MAO Medical Assistance Only

MID Mild Intellectual Disability

MID-I Mild Intellectual Disability-Independent Living

MOID Moderate Intellectual Disability

MTR Moderate Training Residence

NOW New Options Waiver

OI Orthopedically Impaired

OJE On The Job Evaluation

OT Occupational Therapist

PAC Parents Advisory Committee

PASS Plan to Achieve Self-Support

PLA Planning List Administrator

PT Physical Therapist ACRONYMSINITIALS

RVI Related Vocational Instructor

SB Senate Bill

7

SE Supported Employment

SED Severe Emotional Disability

SID Severe Intellectuality Disability

SIS Supports Intensity Scale

SLA Semi-Independent Living Arrangement

SLP Speech Language Pathologist

SSA Social Security Administration

SSDI Social Security Disability Income

SSI Supplemental Security Income

SSN Social Security Number

TANF Temporary AssistanceNeedy Families

TSP Transition Service Plan

UCP United Cerebral Palsy

VI Visually Impaired

VR Vocational Rehabilitation

WIA Workforce Investment Act (formerly JTPA)

TRANSITION SERVICE PLAN

8

AN EXPLANATION

The Transition Service Plan (TSP) serves as a guide to assist the student the family the school and community service agencies to formulate a plan that will aid with transition from school to adult life It is important to understand that school is an entitlement program for school-aged children Entitlement means that all children are eligible to receive a free and appropriate education within the public school system Adult programs have their own eligibility requirements Most of these programs can and do maintain waiting lists

The purpose of transition is to assist students with disabilities to build the skills and supports they need to successfully reach their post-school goals The 2004 reauthorization of the Individual with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA 2004) changed transition services to a ldquoresults oriented processrdquo that is focused on improving the academic and functional achievement of the child IDEA also requires the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team to include ldquoappropriate measurable postsecondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to training education employment and where appropriate independent livingrdquo The state rules for special education require that transition plans be in place prior to the student entering ninth grade or by age 16 whichever comes first The transition plan drives the content of the rest of the IEP There should be a clear and direct relationship between a studentrsquos transition goals and the other IEP goals and objectives Transition requires support from multiple sources for the student and hisher family to make choices develop connections and access services

TIMELINE FOR TRANSITION PLANNING For Mild Intellectual Disabilities

9

Student

AgeGradeAction Person Responsible Completion

Date

15end of 8th Complete vocational assessments Student-ParentTransition Questionnaire and Informal Adaptive Behavior checklist PRIOR to meeting to develop the initial Transition Service Plan (TSP)

StudentParentGuardian School

15end of 8th grade year

Hold IEP meeting to develop initial TSP to be reviewed and updated annually


15end of 8th Write statement indicating preferences strengths and interests based on transition assessments


15end of 8th Develop Measurable Post-Secondary goals based on age appropriate transition assessments and present levels of performance Goals must be stated for the areas of EducationTraining Employment and Independent Living


15end of 8th Determine course of study StudentParentGuardian School

15end of 8th Discuss and determine diploma type StudentParentGuardian School

15end of 8th Projected graduation date StudentParentGuardian School

15end of 8th Develop measurable transition goals and activities for appropriate areas

StudentParentGuardianSchool

End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)

Obtain and complete Medicaid Waiver application

ParentStudentRegion One Intake and Evaluation office

Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade

Action Person Responsible Completion Date

16+ Identify vocational support neededApply for Vocational Rehabilitation Services


10

16 Consider guardianship Parent Guardian

17Inform student and parent that the studentrsquos educational rights will transfer to himher at age 18


16 Obtain official Georgia Identification Card (Georgia Department of Driver Services)


16+ Continue to provide instruction to address vocational interestsabilitieseducation and independent living based on ongoing transition assessments

ParentGuardianSchool

17+ Update vocational training file with descriptions of acquired skills vocational training history and related transition assessment information

School

17 Establish proposed graduation date as part of the IEP


18 Transfer of educational rights to student StudentParentGuardian School

18 Register for Selective Service (Males only) StudentParentGuardian

Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade


18 Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through Social Security Administration at age 18 if not already established

StudentParentGuardian

11

18+ (one-year prior to graduation)

Establish linkages to public and private adult service agencies

Obtain signed releases for information sharing with other agencies

Investigate agencies for Community Access Services Prevocational Services and Community Residential Alternative Services

School refersStudentParentGuardian

Transition Year

18 - 21Targeted adult service agency will develop the appropriate individual written plan for future servicesFinal review and summarization of TSP to include the Summary of Performance (SOP)(Contact Region 1 Intake and Evaluation office 6 months prior to graduation)

StudentParentGuardianAdult ServicesAgencies School

Contact Region 1 Intake and Evaluation office 6 months prior to graduation

Ongoing Conduct additional vocational assessments or other assessments as needed


Ongoing Update Transition Plan (preferences strengths interests goals and objectives) at least annually


Must be completed by student-parent before holding the IEP meeting to develop the initial TSP

Must be done during 8th grade year prior to going to High School

(From Georgia Department of Education Transition Manual February 2008)

TIMELINE FOR TRANSITION PLANNINGFor Other Mild Disabilities

Work ReadyCollege-Bound Students

12

Student AgeGrade


As early as possible

If eligible to apply complete a DBHDD application to get on the Medicaid Waiver planning lists for adult services (supported employment adult services etc)


By 14 or at end of 8th grade school year

Develop Individualized Transition Plan in the IEPLearn about diploma options and criteriaBroaden experiences with community activitiesPursue and use local transportation options outside of familyIdentify and begin learning independent living skills including personal finance and health careAcquire a state identification card and the ability to communicate personal information


16-20 Match career interests and skills with academic course work and work experiencesApply for accommodations on SATACTIdentify appropriate community support services and programsSchool personnel should apply to VR for the studentCoordinate with adult service providers and ensure appropriate referrals have been madeIdentify health care providers and become informed about sex education and family planningDetermine the need for financial support (Supplemental Security Income (SSI) state financial supplemental programs Medicaid)Explore legal status about decision-making prior to age 18 and consider the need for guardianshipIdentify needed personal assistant services and if possible learn to direct and manage these services


Last year in school

Investigate post-secondary options Apply for financial support programsSpecify desired job and obtain paid employment with supports as neededSchool personnel should apply to Project SEARCH for eligible students


TIMELINE FOR COMMUNITY-BASED VOCATIONAL TRAINING

For More Severe Disabilities

13

Student AgeGrade


15end of 8th Complete vocational assessments Student-Parent Transition Questionnaire and Informal Adaptive Behavior Checklist PRIOR to meeting to develop the initial Transition Service Plan (TSP)Contact Region 1 Intake and Evaluation office to apply for the Medicaid Waiver


ParentStudentRegion 1 DBHDD

15end of 8th Hold IEP meeting to develop initial TSP to be reviewed and updated annually









Timeline More severe disabilities

Student AgeGrade


15end of 8th Develop measurable transition goals and objectives in all areas


14

16+ Identify vocational interestsabilities based on age appropriate transition assessments related to training education employment and independent living


16+ Identify vocational support needed and complete the Vocational Rehabilitation application


16+ Continue to provide instruction to address vocational interestsabilitieseducation and independent living based on continual transition assessments



17 Inform student and parent that the studentrsquos educational rights will transfer to himher at age 18




16+ Complete Student Interest Inventory yearly StudentParentGuardian School

17 Begin vocational instruction in a variety of community sites

School

TimeLine More severe disabilities

Student AgeGrade


17+ Update vocational training file with references descriptions of acquired skills vocational training history weekend employment volunteer experience community involvement

School

15

and related transition assessment information18 Establish projected graduation date as part of

the IEPStudentParentGuardian School





18+ (one-year prior to

graduation)

Establish linkages to public and private adult service agenciesObtain signed releases for information sharing with other agenciesIntake for Region 1 DBHDD planning list for Medicaid Waiver (Contact 6 months prior to graduating to move to short term planning list)Investigate agencies for Community Access Services Supported Employment Services and Community Residential Alternative Services Complete application with Georgia Department of Labor Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor based on need

School refersStudentParentGuardianRegion 1 RepresentativeVR Counselor

18-21 Provide copy of vocational file and work history to parent during graduation year


18-21 Seek job placementJob coaching may be provided by school staff in cooperation with adult service agencies (Supported Employment Staff)Parent supportassistance with job placement as needed

StudentParentGuardianAdult ServicesAgenciesSchool

18 ndash 21Targeted adult service agency will develop the appropriate individual written plan for future servicesFinal review and summarization of TSP to include the Summary of Performance (SOP)Contact Region 1 Intake and Evaluation Office 6 months prior to graduating to move to short term planning list


ParentStudentRegion 1 Intake and Evaluation office

16

Erin Kenemer 022616



OngoingUpdate Transition Plan (preferences strengths interests goals and objectives) at least annually

StudentParent GuardianAdult ServicesAgencies School

Must be completed by student-parent before holding the IEP meeting to develop the initial TSP Must be done during 8th grade year prior to going to High School

IDEAS FOR A TRANSITION SERVICE PLAN MILD MODERATE SEVERE AND

PROFOUND INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY EDUCATION and TRAINING

Vocational PreparationAnticipated Post School Placement In-school vocational training experiences (officeclerical custodial cafeteria grounds)

17

Community-Based Vocational Training in a variety of job clusters (food service commercial cleaning retail building maintenance grounds maintenance officeclerical childcare and packaging)

Adapted equipment for vocational training Other

Development of EmploymentOccupational AwarenessEmployment Related Knowledge and Skills

Volunteer work Odd jobsneighborhood jobs Weekend jobs Summer employmentWorkforce Investment Act Apprenticeship Georgia Department of Labor ndash Vocational Rehabilitation Services (career counseling application of services) Supported Employment

IndividualJob Share

Competitive Employment (no support) Competitive Employment (transition support) Access Services and Prevocational Services Georgia Identification Card Other

Community ParticipationSocial Behaviors

Interpersonalsocial skills Appropriate friendshipsrelationships Social responsibilitydependability Sex education Parenting skills Behavior management Communication skills (appropriate conversation skills augmentativealternative communication system interpreters) Support groups Assistive Technology (augmentativealternative communication systems FM auditory system) Funding sources for assistive technology Other

Ideas for TSP

RecreationLeisure Skills In-home leisure activities (TV music games pets etc) Independent activitiesOutings with friends (bowling skating movies plays etc) Sportsocial clubs (YMCA) Big BrothersBig Sisters Parks and Recreation programs Adult Special Olympics Community center programs Specializedsocial activities Church groups Hobby clubs Library Concerts Adapted equipment (switches bowling ramp talking books CCTV etc)

18

Other Transportation Needs for Community Access

Mobilityorientation training within school Mobilityorientation training within community Mobility aidstraining (seeing-eye dog) Pedestrian safetystreet crossingparking lots Public transportation Taxi Family member as source Car pool Driverrsquos license Independent (own car bike walk) Supported (with peer or co-worker) Specialized (wheelchair van) Specialized equipment (power wheelchair) Financial resources available for transportation Other

Adult Living Skills Post-School Community Living Arrangements

With familyrelative Adult foster care Community Residential Alternative Services (group homehost home) Intermediate care facility Residential treatment facility Community Living Support Services (Semi-independent supervisedsupported living with paid supervision) Independent living (own homeapartment) Section 8 housing (subsidized housing) Respite Other

Timeline Ideas for a TSP

FinancialOther Benefits Region 1 referral Medicaid Waiver Adequate income for self-support Family financial support Eligibilityapplication for public assistance (Food stamps Temporary Assistance for Needy Families- TANF) Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Supplemental Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Minimum paymaximum pay (benefits from SSI) Benefits Navigator Insurance Income is not important Other

Medical needs Medication (self-medicating or requires assistance) Specialized procedures (catheterization shots feeding tube trach etc)

19

Dental Audiology (hearing aids FM auditory system etc) Vision Seizure disorder considerations Emergency medical procedures Medicalaccident insurance (private insurance school insurance) MedicaidMedicare Medical services (doctordental checkups) Free clinics Nutritional counseling Personal assistive devices Need of daily medical care (intermittent to extensive) Access to services Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy

AdvocacyLegal Trust Advocacy services (Region 1 Medicaid Waiver CongressmanRepresentative etc) Social services WillsTrustsLetter of Intent Legal Aid Transfer of educational rights at age 18 Guardianship Register to vote Register for Selective Service


Daily Living SkillsIndependent Living Skills

Personal management Hygiene skills (dressing bathing shaving toileting etc Personal preparation (use clockalarms to follow various

Daily schedules carry walletpurse with ID card money keys Telephone skills Household safety skills (locked doors usage of 911 etc) Money management Budgetingbanking Purchasing skills Financial planning Household Management Domestic skills (housekeeping laundry cleaning shopping cooking etc) Adapted equipment (TDD for hearing impaired reachers dressing aids switches puffy paint to mark

appliances braille labels etc) Assistive Technology (augmentativealternative communication systems FM auditory system) Funding sources available for assistive technology and adapted equipment

20

EXAMPLE of a WHITFIELD COUNTY TRANSITION PLAN

EXAMPLE TRANSITION SERVICE PLAN (TSP) WHITFIELD COUNTY SCHOOLStudent Name Joe Doe Meeting Date 3414 Transition Service Plan(Areas for consideration include course of study post-secondary education vocational training employment continuing education adult services and community participation)

Student Preferences Strengths Interests Joe is an 18 year old male in the 11th grade He has reached the age of majority and retains his educational and legal rights He has also registered with Selective Service and to vote Joe has currently earned 12 credits toward graduation and plans to graduate in May 2018

Joe has taken the Georgia 411 Career Clusters Survey resulting in the job interest of a Janitor (cleans and

21

services buildings and floors requisitions supplies and equipment follows procedures for use of chemical cleaners communicates with manager about building operation systems and repair needs) His work interest survey results show Joe is realistic he is a do-er who enjoys hands-on activities preferring concrete skills to abstract problems and finds that using tools comes naturally He is also social a helper who enjoys assisting people in various ways His work value interest results show Joe has a strong score in relationships (being a service to others without compromising your sense of right and wrong) During an interview Joe stated that he enjoyed cleaning and keeping his things orderly and organized He would like to work in the building maintenance field

Given a Checklist of Adaptive Living Skills (CALS-102015) Joersquos strength fell in socialization skills with peers and adults He needs to work on using household appliances such as the washerdryer and the dishwasher Joe also needs to expand his use of the microwave and oven to include simple meal preparation on a more consistent routine Joe stated that one day he would like to get married and have a family of his own and live in his own house but not tight away

Joe participates in Community Based Vocational Training with the guidance of a job coach He is training at Longhorn Steakhouse where his tasks include vacuuming cleaning tables and chairs in the dining room dusting and cleaning windows He also helps with silverware preparation Joe needs direct supervision and verbal prompts to successfully complete his assignments He is able to complete 2-step directives according to his job coach and is working to follow 3-step directives

In addition to school activities Joe enjoys helping his mother at home by taking out the trash and cleaning up after meals He attends a local church weekly where he is a member of the youth choir He also likes to go bowling Watching movies with his family is a favorite pastime and Joe is able to prepare microwave popcorn as the snack Joe is also able to take care of his personal hygiene needs (ie showering hair and teeth) and clothes himself independently He does need prompting to take his medication daily

Course of StudyJoe will pursue a general education diploma with a transition pathway related to the building maintenance field

Desired Measurable Post-SecondaryOutcome Completion Goals(These goals are to be achieved after graduation and there must be a complete goal for EducationTraining and Employment)

EducationTrainingAfter graduation Joe will participate in supported employment job training related to building maintenance

EmploymentAfter graduation Joe will work in the building maintenance field using supported employment services

Independent Living (as appropriate)After graduation Joe will continue to live at home with his family However in the long-range future Joe would like to live independently

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TRANSITION SERVICE PLANBased on age appropriate transition assessments in the spaces below include measurable Transition IEP Goals and Transition ActivitiesServices appropriate for the childrsquos post-secondary preferences strengths and needs Note There must be at least a measurable Transition IEP Goal to help the child reach each of the desired Measurable Post-SecondaryOutcome Completion GoalsEducationTrainingGoals based on academics functional academics life centered competencies or careertechnical or agricultural training needs and job trainingTransition IEP Goal(s) Transition Activities Person Agency Date of Completion Services Involved Achieved OutcomeBased on his need for -Be on time for transportation Joe Job Coach StaffWork related skills training to workJoe will participate in -Meet work dress codeCommunity Based Training requirements3 days per week by 311)6 -Set weekly skill and behavioras evidenced by his weekly goals with Job Coachevaluation record from the -Communicate with managerjob coach on site about job duties -Ask for assistance from job coachwork-based mentor as needed -Actively participate in weekly

23

Performance reviewsDevelopment of EmploymentGoals based on occupational awareness employment related knowledge and specific career pathway knowledge and skillsTransition IEP Goal(s) Transition Activities PersonAgency Date of Completion Services Involved Achieved OutcomeBased on his desire to work -Identify a local building Joe case managerin building maintenance Joe manager job coach staffwill interview one building -Schedule an appointment for parentsmanager and complete one job an interview or job shadowshadow experience by 3116 experienceas evidenced by a summary -Prepare interview questionreport and presented at his based on assignment sheetnext Annual IEP Review -Complete job shadow paperworkmeeting with school counselor -Arrange transportation -Attend job shadow and actively participate in duties when allowed -Conduct interview (phone or on-site) -Take notes of responses and activities -Write summary report and prepare presentation -Deliver presentation at IEP meeting

Community ParticipationGoals based on knowledge and demonstration of skills needed to participate in the community (eg tax formsVoter registration building permits social interaction consumer activities assessing and using various transportation modes)Transition IEP Goal(s) Transition Activities PersonAgency Date of Completion

Services Involved Achieved OutcomeAdult Living Skills amp Post School OptionsGoals based on skills for self-determination interpersonal interactions communication healthfitness and the knowledge needed to successfully participate in Adult Lifestyles and other Post School Activities (eg skills needed to manage a household maintain a budget and other responsibilities of an adult)Transition IEP Goal(s) Transition Activities PersonAgency Date of Completion Services Involved Achieved OutcomeBased on the current skill -Watch video instructions Joe parentsLevel and desire to live for appliance use Parent MentorIndependently Joe will -Learn safety precautionsOperate one household related to microwaveStaff or family assistance dishwasherBy 3116 as evidenced by -Follow sequence guideVideophoto documentation To operate the appliance -Oven Preheat oven setstart timer use oven Safe dish

24

-Microwave Make Category selections set timer use of microwave-safe container -Washer Make setting Selections add detergent And clothing start machine -Dryer Make setting Selections insert clothes Set timer start machine -Dishwasher load dishes Add detergent closelock Door make setting selections Start -Use of oven mitts to remove Food when cooked -Take photos or video of Appliance use to share With case manager

Related ServicesGoals based on Related Services that may be required now to help a child benefit from regular and special education transition services (eg speechlanguage occupational therapy counseling vocational rehabilitation training or the planning for related services that the individual may need access to as an adultBased on his age and need -Obtain application packet Joe parentsJoe will complete one -With parental assistance Parent MentorApplication for a Medicaid complete applicationWaiver from Region 1 -Submit application toDBHDD office for adult Region 1 office forServices by 3116 as processingEvidenced through -Schedule and completeCorrespondence Intake screening with Office personnelDaily Living SkillsGoals based on adaptive behaviors related to personal care and well-being to decrease dependence on othersTransition IEP Goal(s) Transition Activities PersonAgency Date of Completion Services Involved Achieved OutcomeBased on his desire to live -Identify his medication Joe ParentsIndependently in the long- state its purpose andRange future Joe will manage his dosagescheduleHis medication routine daily -Set his phonewatch forWith parental monitoring a medication reminder

25

And assistance by 3116 -Take his medication asAs evidenced by a calendar prescribed on scheduleRecord and parental input -Mark the calendar when He takes his medication -Confer with his parents if When he has questions -Communicate the need to Refill his prescription when 3 pills remain -Provide a copy of the Calendar page to his case Manager with parent Comments completed at The end of the month -Parents will actively Monitor this skill fading Prompts as they see fitTRANSFER OF RIGHTS (Required by age 17) Was informed in 1122013 of hisher rights if any that will transfer at age 18 RIGHTS WERE TRANSFERRED (Required by age 18) Was informed on 11272015 of hisher rights

INFORMAL ADAPTIVE BEHAVIOR AND SKILLS CHECKLIST

What skills can I help my child learn to make them successful in a job situation Since each child is different ask your childrsquos teacher andor vocational instructor for input on what would be most helpful Prior to community training regular household chores will increase responsibility An allowance is the important first step in money management Make sure your child is aware of appropriate dress and hygiene for job success Help your child become as independent as possible in self-help skills (choosing clothes hygiene doing laundry etc)Next you will find a helpful checklist for you to evaluate the skills your child has mastered and the skills heshe needs to work onAdaptive behavior is a developmentally determined set of coping skill Deficits in adaptive behavior are defined as significant limitations in an individual effectiveness in meeting the standards of maturation learning personal independence social responsibility and school performance that is expected of the individuals age level and cultural group Please rate the items on this checklist according to how the student performs compared to regular education peers of the same age by placing a check () in the appropriate box

26

1= significantly below average 2= below average 3= near or at averageIndependent Functioning 1 2 3 Comments1 Dressing skills appropriate for chronological age2 Cares for self in bathroom3 Aware of basic hygiene4 Keeps up with own clothing5 Keeps up with materials6 Observes safety precautions7 Demonstrates safety precautions8 Assumes responsibility (eg homework chores etc)9 Demonstrates appropriate eating behaviors10 Is reliable (eg completes tasks requested or assigned)11 Is truthful (Provides accurate information)12 Prepares food operates kitchen appliances etc13 Demonstrates the use of personal and household appliances14 Exhibits maintenance skills (eg uses safety pins tape glue etc)15 Demonstrates knowledge of personal data16 Can use telephone17 Can find emergency numbers and information18 Can find way home or give directions from several locations19 Can write and mail letters20 Can make simple purchases21 Demonstrates prevocational vocational skills (eg uses screwdriver tools scissors typewriter etc)

Informal Adaptive Behavior checklist

Communication 1 2 3 Comments1 Uses appropriate speech (coherent sensible mature)2 Exhibits adequate vocabulary(eg uses appropriate terms)3 Communicates effectively with children and adults4 Participates in class discussions5 Understands what others are saying6 Retains and uses information7 Uses appropriate academic skill (reads and writes)8 Exhibits an adequate attention span9 Expresses self with appropriate methods (eg talks draws uses body language write)10 Uses telephone appropriately11 Communicates needs appropriately12 Communicates appropriate feelings13 Can make decisions and choices14 Relates different stories or jokes in a logical sequence15 Can relate emergency information and knows what to do in case of an emergency (Fire injury tornado)16 Writes letters responds to advertisements17 Can fill in personal data on information sheets and applications18 Can deliver messages dependably

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19 Can express self in more than one way

Socialization 1 2 3 Comments1 Laughssmiles appropriately2 Addresses familiar people by name3 Participation in gamesactivities with at least one other person4 Shows appropriate affection toward others5 Has a group of friends6 Responds or reacts appropriately to a given situation7 Keeps secrets or confidences for more than one day8 Participates in clubgroup activities9 Attends schoolcommunity functions without adults10 Returns borrowed items11 Follows school rules and understands reasons for those rules12 Demonstrates appropriate verbal restraint (eg Talks in turn regulates volume appropriately etc)13 Accepts authority (eg obeys responds appropriately etc14 Thinks for self and is not easily led by other15 Controls anger feelings16 Shows and identifies emotions (eg happy sad hurt disappointed excited etc)17 Adheres to rules of society (eg truthfulness honesty etc)18 Exhibits appropriate physical restraint (eg refrain from pushing fighting breaking things etc)19 Exhibits manners (eg uses common courtesies such as please and thank you etc)20 Respects the rights and property of others and understand the concept of ownership21 Is flexible (eg leads or follows a situation demands adjusts to new routines etc)22 Responds appropriately to different age groups23 Regards o1pposite sex in ways other than boy-girl relationships

Please check adaptive behaviors that describe this student 1 Does not understand cause and effect relationships 2 Does not accept responsibility for school work 3 Does not accept responsibility for his her behavior 4 Interacts more appropriately with younger students

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SCHOOL RECORDS REQUEST

PROCEDURE Whitfield County School Records Request Process

Contact the Whitfield County Schools Records Department at 706-876-3923 and let them know you want to request a copy of your childrsquos records Allow 2-3 days for processing then you will be contacted by phone when the records are ready for pick-up Every effort is made to accommodate your request in a timely mannerWe appreciate your patience as we do our best to serve your child in Whitfield County Schools

You will need to fill out and sign a lsquoRelease of Confidential Informationrsquo form located atWhitfield County Exceptional Student Services201 East Tyler StreetDalton Georgia 30722

If the student is 18 years of age or older heshe will need to sign the release form (An exception would be if the student has a legal guardian)

A photo identification card will be required to pick up records

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HOME RECORDS ldquoWHAT COPIES OF MY CHILDS RECORDS SHOULD I KEEP IN

A PERSONAL FILE AT HOMErdquo

It is very important to keep a file on your child It will be needed for future planning This file should include the following

School records especially the most recent IEP TSP and most current test results Original Social Security card or number The parentsrsquo social security numbers Childrsquos birth certificate ndash Original or Certified Copy Medical records or other clinical information (keep a current printed list of all medications

heshe is taking) If reports are not available list the names and addresses of doctors hospitals and clinics that have provided care

The names and addresses of social workers and administrators of residential facilities that have provided assistance

Guardianship orders A copy of any will in which the child is mentioned Bank books insurance policies and other papers that show any resources Pay stubs tax returns and other papers that show any income of the child Papers showing admission to a residential facility at any time Parentsrsquo income tax W-2 statements to show coverage under Social Security Information about the parentsrsquo income and resources if the child is a minor (under age 18) Information about a spousersquos income and resources if the child is married

30

A marriage certificate of the parents if the child is a step-child Veteranrsquos C number on discharge papers of the parent The latest tax bill or assessment notice on any real estate the child owns other than his or her

home Motor vehicle registration if the child owns a car Information about the childrsquos eligibility for SSI and Medicaid or Social SecurityMedicare Information about the childrsquos eligibility for a Medicaid Waiver Copy of your ldquoLetter of Intentrdquo

ldquoWHEN MY CHILD TURNS 18 WHAT DO I NEED TO DOrdquo

Apply for SSI in their name

You may apply before the age of 18 but the parentrsquos income will be consideredAt age 18 the only income considered is your childrsquos income (Please refer to section lsquoSocial Security Administration (SSI) for more information)

Does my son need to register with the Selective Service System Yes virtually all male US citizens and male immigrants residing in the US and its territories must register within 30 days of their 18th birthday Registration information cards are available from any post office or you can register online at wwwsssgov (Please refer to next section lsquoSelective Servicersquo for more information)

I heard that when my child turns 18 they are considered their own guardian Is that true Yes according to the state individuals age 18 and over are legally presumed to be competent to make hisher own medical financial and educational decisions Parents can file for guardianship conservatorship or power of attorney with the Whitfield County Probate Court (Please refer to section lsquoGuardianships alternatives Wills Trustsrsquo for more information)

Apply for a Georgia Identification Card You may apply for this at the Department of Motor Vehicles if you do not have a Driverrsquos License (Please refer to section lsquoGeorgia Driverrsquos License Georgia Identification Cardrsquo for more information)

31

SELECTIVE SERVICE (MILITARY)

If your son with a disability age 18-25 is not confined to an institution or homebound (completely home bound) he is required to register NO EXCEPTIONSIt is mandatory he is registered regardless the obvious nature of the disability If a draft were to take place and your child were to be called for service you would provide the necessary medical documentation needed to excuse your child from service

The fastest way for your son to register is online atwwwsssgovRegistrationHow-to-Register Or Local US Post Office Whitfield County and Dalton City postal locations

In Town100 S ThorntonDalton Georgia 30720

East Side1119 E Morris StDalton Georgia 30721

Rocky Face2609 Chattanooga RdRocky Face Georgia 30740

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Tunnel Hill106 S Varnell RdTunnel Hill Georgia 30755

Varnell103 E Main St Varnell Georgia 30756

For more Information call toll-free 1-800-Ask-USPSreg (275-8777)

VOTER REGISTRATION

Whitfield County Board of ElectionsRegistrarrsquos Office 205 N Selvidge Street Suite KDalton Georgia 30720Contact Mary Hammontree706-278-7183wwwwhitfieldcountygacomboeboehtm

There are several ways to register to vote Download the app ldquoGeorgia voterdquo on your smart phone Online registration at wwwwhitfieldcountygacomboeboehtm In person at the Registrarrsquos Office located at 205 N Selvidge Street Dalton Georgia 30720

Office hours are 8am-530pm Mon-Fri Phone 706-278-7183 Family and Children Services located at 1142 N Thornton Avenue Dalton Georgia 30720

Phone (706) 272-2331 Northwest Georgia Regional Library located at 310 Cappes Street Dalton Georgia 30720

Phone 706-876-1360

Acceptable identification needed to register to vote A photo identity document or approved non-photo identity document that includes full legal

name DOB and residential address Any valid state or federal government issued photo ID A Georgia driverrsquos license even if expired Valid employee ID from any branch department agency or entity of the US Government

Georgia or any county municipality board authority or other entity of this state Valid US passport ID

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Valid US military photo ID Valid tribal photo ID

Any further questions please contact the Registrarrsquos office at 706-278-7183

GEORGIA DRIVERrsquoS PERMITDRIVERS LICENSE

GEORGIA IDENTIFICATION CARD

Georgia Graduated Licensing ProgramGeorgias GDL program is called the Teenage amp Adult Drivers Responsibility Act (TADRA) and applies to teen drivers who are 15 to 18 years old TADRA includes age restrictions to advance to the next type of license as well as required practice driving training hoursThe purpose of TADRA is to decrease accidents by making sure you get the experience you need before becoming a fully licensed driver It has proven effective in reducing teen car accident ratesThe GDL program has three stages

Instructional permit ProvisionalIntermediate license (Class D) Full drivers license (Class C)

Age RequirementsEach stage of Georgias GDL program has a minimum age requirement

Instructional permit 15 years old Intermediate license 16 years old if you complete an approved Drivers Ed course 17 years old if you do not complete Drivers Ed Full drivers license 18 years old Georgia Instructional Permit

If you are at least 15 years old you can apply for an instructional permit also called a learnerrsquos permit which is the first step toward getting your drivers licenseYou can apply for an instructional permit by visiting a DDS Customer Service Center in person Youll need to bring

Your parent guardian or authorized Drivers Ed instructor to sign your application A completed Certificate of Attendance (Form DS-1) dated within the last 30 days or a high school diploma or

GED 1 document proving your identity such as your

34

Passport US birth certificate (original or certified) 1 document proving your Social Security number such as your Social Security card W-2 showing your name and all or part of your Social Security number 2 documents proving your Georgia residence such as your School records including report card or Certificate of Attendance Bank account statement $10 fee payable by credit or debit card (VISA MasterCard Discover or American Express) cash check or

money order

GA license permits IDrsquos

Youll have to pass A vision exam A DMV written test

The DDS offers a free basic practice test online for studying If you really want to ensure passing on the first attempt we suggest studying with a comprehensive online practice test from our certified partnerInstructional Permit Driving RestrictionsWhile you have your Georgia instructional permit you can ONLY drive with a licensed driver who is

At least 21 years old Attentive and alert so that they can take control if necessary Sitting in the front passenger seat

Behind-the-Wheel ExperienceYour GA instructional permit gives you the chance to learn and practice the skills youll need to move on to your intermediate drivers licenseYou must hold your instructional permit for at least 12 months and during this time you must

Successfully complete Driverrsquos Ed Log at least 40 hours of supervised driving practice including 6 hours at night

NOTE If you dont take an approved drivers education class youll have to wait until youre 17 years old to get your provisional licenseGA Provisional LicenseYou can move on to the next phase of the GDL process and apply for your provisional or intermediate Georgia drivers license if

Youre 16 years old and have completed an approved Drivers Ed class OR yoursquove turned 17 years old Youve had your instructional permit for at least 12 months Youve logged 40 hours of supervised practice driving including 6 hours at night You have completed an Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program (ADAP) You havent had your instructional permit suspended

35


Apply for a Provisional LicenseTo apply for your provisional drivers license visit DDS Customer Service Center with

Your parent guardian or authorized Drivers Ed instructor who can sign Your application A statement to confirm your 40 hours of supervised driving A completed Certificate of Attendance (Form DS-1) dated within the last 30 days (or a high school diploma or

GED if you have graduated) 1 document proving your identity such as your Passport US birth certificate (original or certified) 1 document proving your Social Security number such as your Social Security card W-2 with your name and all or part of your Social Security number 2 documents proving your Georgia residence such as your School records including report card or Certificate of Attendance Bank account statement $10 fee payable by credit or debit card (VISA MasterCard Discover or American Express) cash check or

money orderYoull have to pass

A vision exam A DMV road skills test (driving test)

Provisional License RestrictionsWhile you are on your provisional drivers license you must follow the following restrictions

You can ONLY drive between 6 am and midnight Passenger restrictions For the first 6 months Immediate family members ONLY For the second 6 months No more than 1 passenger under 21 years old who is not immediate family

36

After the second 6 months No more than 3 passengers under 21 years old who are not immediate familyFull Unrestricted GA Drivers LicenseObtaining your full unrestricted drivers license is your final step in the Georgia graduated licensing processTo qualify for your unrestricted GA drivers license also called a Class C license you must

Be at least 18 years old Have not received any convictions for major traffic violations within the last 12 months including DUI Reckless driving Any violation worth 4 points or more


You can apply for your GA drivers license Online In person

You can use our new driver checklist to track your progress along the wayOnlineTo apply for your drivers license online visit the DDS online services website Youll need to

Create a DDS online account if you dont already have one Have a regular intermediate (Class D) license that has not been suspended cancelled or revoked Be at least 18 years old or within 7 days of your 18th birthday Be a GA resident and a US citizen

The fees for a drivers license are $20 for 5 years $32 for 8 years

Fees are payable by VISA MasterCard Discover or American ExpressYour new license should arrive within 7 days after you complete the online processIn PersonTo apply in person

Take your provisional license with you to your local DDS Customer Service Center Pay the drivers license fee $20 for 5 years $32 for 8 years

Fees are payable by credit or debit card (VISA MasterCard Discover or American Express) cash check or money orderForms

This form is required when a teen applies for a permit or drivers license Must be completed by a school official (go online to print a copy)

37

Driverrsquos license handbooks are available at your local DMV You may also obtain a handbook from your local Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Online practice test are available at wwwgadepartmentoftransportationgov

APPLICANT UNDER AGE 18 CANNOT APPLY FOR OR KEEP A DRIVERrsquoS LICENSEPERMIT IF WITHDRAWN FROM SCHOOL OR HAVE A TOTAL OF 10 UNEXCUJSED ABSENCES OR HAVE ANY CONDUCT INFRACTIONS

Accommodations Available1 Test read to you2 Paper written test3 Computer test


What is a Georgia Identification card Why do I need one How do I obtain one for my child A Georgia identification card contains the same personal information photo signature and special protection against alteration and fraud as a driverrsquos license Any person that is old enough to sign their name or make a mark indicating their legal signature can apply to the Department of Driver Services for an identification card The cost is $2000 for 5 years or $3200 for 8 years Applicants must furnish proof of their residence in Georgia and must provide a valid Georgia residence address The following items are acceptable utility bill with valid Georgia residence address issued within the last 60 days bank statement with valid Georgia residence address issued within the last 60 days current valid rental contracts andor receipts for rent payment with valid Georgia residence address made within the last 60 days employer verification and non-expired Georgia license permit or identification card issued to parent guardian or spouse First time applicants for an identification card must show some acceptable form of personal identification that includes full name month day and year of birth The following items are acceptable but must be Original or a Certified Copy original state issued birth certificate hospital birth certificates are not acceptable) certified copy of birth certificate (issued from Vital Statistics with affixed seal) certificate of birth registration certified copy of court records (adoption name changes or sex changes) certified naturalization records immigration ID card or valid passport Anyone applying for a GA ID card must provide a social security card and if you do not have the card a denialrefusal letter from the Social Security Administration will be acceptable US citizens must furnish proof of citizenship Non-US citizens must present proper INS documentation Documents presented must be either in English or translated into English by a translator approved by the Department of Drivers Services To apply for a Handicap ID card you must have a permanent disability or serious medical condition verification letter from your physician unless the disability is readily apparent You must apply in person at your local DMVAlso available a Handicapped Ga ID card with a special disability symbol medical info andor seating and transportation indicatorsHandicapped ID cards are available for 6 months or 4 years and the cost is $5

38

To apply for an Indigent ID card you must be an individual who currently lives in a halfway house or shelter You must provide an affidavit (on shelter or halfway house letterhead) that says you live there and a birth certificate or passport and your social security card Cost is freeThe DMV accepts credit cards cash money orders and personal checks as payment for servicesThe Location of Whitfield Countyrsquos Driverrsquos License Services Office is235 Wagner Drive Dalton GA 30721 Phone 706-272-2272Hours of Operation Monday-closedTuesday-Friday open 8am-6pmSaturday open 8am-12 noon Closed all federal and state holidaysYou may obtain additional information at wwwddsgagov Under the first listing (Department of Driver Services) click Location and enter your zip code

GUARDIANSHIP

What are Guardianship and the Alternatives in Georgia A guardianship is a legal relationship wherein a court appoints a person (a guardian) to make certain decisions for another person (a Ward) proven to need such assistance The decision-making power removed from a person should be as limited as possible A guardianship can be created on an emergency basis and it can be temporary (limited in duration) or permanent Guardianships can be limited in scope removing as few rights as necessary

Guardianships can be of the person or they can be of the property For a guardian of the person the individual needs a guardian to decide personal issues such as where to live consent for medical treatment etc A guardian of the estate called a conservator usually has power just over the personrsquos money or property not the individualrsquos personal matters This type of guardianship is to protect the personrsquos property and use it for their care support education and other areas of general welfare The most restrictive guardianship is full guardianship This includes guardianship over the personrsquos entire personal and property decision making without any limits on the powers of the guardian

Limited guardianship is another type in which a person is encouraged to keep as much control as possible over his or her own life In this case the guardian has authority only in specifically defined matters

Temporary guardianship in which a protective order is issued Under the protective order the court can give another person a public guardian or corporate guardian the legal authority to handle a specific situation Once the situation is resolved the guardianship ends It is essential that any guardianship action be specific as to what is needed The court should remove as few rights as possible All of the rights under each type of guardianship are removed if the court says nothing about limits

39

There are several other ways besides a guardianship to act on behalf of someone whose decision-making ability is seriously interrupted and whose well-being is in jeopardy including

Conservatorship- granted authority over the property including money of another

Power of Attorney- A written document in which one person (the principal) appoints another person to act as an agent on his or her behalf They can be appointed to oversee one or all of the following healthcare living willhealthcare directive a trust property advocacy bank accounts and state programs

Representative Payee- when a person receiving SSI is not capable of managing those benefits SSI can appoint a representative payee for such benefits without necessity of conservatorship guardianship etc For more information please refer to Georgia Advocacy Office Inc in the Legal Services section of this transition manual You may also go to wwwgcddorg website (Governorrsquos Council on Developmental Disabilities) and look for

the document ldquoThinking about Guardianshiprdquo Guardianship

FACT SHEET FOR GUARDIANSHIP IN WHITFIELD COUNTY

Guardianship is decided in Probate Court by a Probate Judge As of 2015 Judge S Blevins serves as our local Probate Judge

Guardianship and Conservatorship are expensive in Whitfield County the cost is $500-$600 and this does not include the Petitioners Attorneyrsquos fees

The Petitioner (usually the parent) has to retain an attorney at their own expense which is in addition to the $500-$600 court cost to file for GuardianshipConservatorship

In Whitfield County Probate Judge Blevins prefers an attorney handle the Guardianship and Conservatorship requests The paperwork is difficult one mistake or oversight could cause major delays andor setbacks

ldquoPAUPERS AFFIDAVITrdquo is financial assistance you can apply for with the Probate Court Eligibility is determined by financial need and guidelines The Paupers Affidavit only covers court cost

You will find forms and documents online at wwwwhitfieldcountygacom

A) Top of site click onto CourtsB) Click Probate CourtC) Bottom right corner under Probate Court Services click Estates and GuardianshipD) Right side of page click on the form you need

Conservatorship and Guardianship Videos may be viewed on the Whitfield County Probate Court website wwwwhitfieldcountygacompcguardianship videoshtm

Give much thought and consideration before deciding which if any of the actions you may need to take in order to care for and protect your loved one

If you need help finding an attorney go to GeorgiaLegalAidorg or lawyers listed in Transition Manual You may also call Erin K Arledge Parent Mentor with Whitfield County Schools for help with this

processErin K ArledgeParent Mentor

40

Whitfield County Schools706-876-3929 office706-264-3895 cellEmail erin_arledgewhitfieldk12gaus

WILLS AND SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS

What is a WillA Will does three important things for you your family and your loved one It tells the court system

Where the property goes Where your people go (or future care-givers) Who will administer your Will

Without a Will the court will make these decisions for you Your loved one may not receive the assets you would like or your loved one may receive assets that could result in the loss of government benefit eligibility The court can also decide where your loved one lives and he or she may not be cared for by those you intended

What is a Special Needs TrustSpecial Needs Trusts are designed to provide individuals who receive government assistance with the highest possible quality of life without jeopardizing eligibility for those benefits Special Needs Trusts can provide the extras in life above and beyond the basics provided by government programsBenefits

Allows statefederal assistance to continue Personal attention from your trust representative Strategies that combine money markets stocks and income funds to fit investor timelines and risk

tolerance Comfort in knowing your loved onersquos needs will be met when you are gone

You will need to consult with an attorney for more information and assistance

41

SOCIAL SECURITY INCOME

SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY INCOME

SOCIAL SECURITY INCOMESSI is a needs based program You must meet both the disability criteria and financial eligibility criteria to receive SSI Financial criteria mean you cannot have more than $2000 in cash checking savings etc You can have $1500 in a burial fund and a Life Insurance policy with a cash value of not more than $1500 You may own a house and a vehicle If you are under age 18 parentsrsquo income is considered If you are under age 18 and fail to meet the financial eligibility but you do meet the disability criteria you will not receive SSI but you may be able to receive Medicaid (Refer to the Deeming Waiver information section) If you are age 18 or over parentsrsquo income is not considered Application for SSI is made through the Social Security Administration The Social Security office serving Whitfield County is located at 301 Point North Place This is off of the North By-Pass near White Pediatrics The Social Security Website is wwwsocialsecuritygov The Social Security Administration wants to assist callers through the following toll free numbers 1-800-772-1213 or TTY 1-800-325-0778 Generally the best daystimes to call are Wednesday - Friday before 9 am and after 4 pm but this varies somewhat Listen to the recorded message and request to apply for SSI and Medicaid An agent will come on the line You will be asked to state the following

Your name Your address Your telephone number Childrsquos name Childrsquos date of birth Childrsquos social security number Parentsrsquo social security number

42

Parentsrsquo estimated income Childrsquos disability and date it began If your child is over 18 years old they will ask you How much money your child has in the bank (must have less than $2000 in hisher name) If your child is under age 18 they will ask you How much money you have in the bank and information

about your home such as mortgage rent cost of food and utilities

SSISSDI

What will happen You will be given either a telephone appointment or an appointment at the closest Social Security Office For Whitfield County residents it will be 301 Point North Place Dalton GA 30721 When making an appointment ask how much time you should allow for this meeting and possible additional waiting timeIt is best to schedule an appointment at your local Social Security Office Take your child with you for the appointment Take all the papers they told you to bring Also bring with you the name of your childrsquos Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor if heshe has one and give it to them It will take approximately 120 days before your child receives the first SSI check and Medicaid card Sometimes a child might get temporary SSI benefits for up to six months until the final decision is made If for some reason your child is denied benefits the denial letter will include instructions for filing an appeal Follow them and file the appeal After contacting Social Security you may want to contact the Whitfield County Department of Family and Children Services at 706-272-2331 located at 1142 Chattanooga Rd Dalton GA 30720 to see if any additional benefits may be available until SSI begins The Georgia Health Partnership will answer specific as well as general questions that you or the Medicaid recipient may have Their number is 1- 866-211-0950

SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY INSURANCEWhat is SSDI SSDI is Social Security Disability InsuranceThe SSDI program pays benefits to adults who have a disability that began before they became 22 years old This SSDI benefit is a ldquochildrsquosrdquo benefit because it is paid on a parentrsquos Social Security earnings record For a disabled adult to become entitled to this ldquochildrdquo benefit one of his or her parents Must be receiving Social Security retirement or disability benefits or Must have died and have worked long enough under Social Security These benefits also are payable to an adult who received dependents benefits on a parentrsquos Social Security earnings record prior to age 18 if he or she is disabled at age 18 SSDI disabled adult ldquochildrdquo benefits continue as long as the Individual remains disabled Your child does not need to have worked to get these benefits

Apply for SSDI at our local Social Security Office 301 Point North Place Dalton Georgia 30721

43

SSISSDI

How do I apply for SSI for my child and at what age When your child reaches age 18 call the Social Security Administration (SSA) at 1-800-772-1213 and set up an appointment to apply for benefits Ask them how much time you will need for your appointment At the same time ask them to send you any written information about SSI benefits and Medicaid so that you can familiarize yourself with the system prior to your appointment You can also obtain information at wwwsocialsecuritygov You may be able to apply for SSI benefits before your child reaches age 18 Prior to age 18 SSA will look at your income Depending upon your level of income your child may qualify for SSI benefits

Can my child have a savings account and still receive SSI benefits In order to receive SSI benefits an individual must have less than $200000 in their name in checking savings investments etc An individual can be working and continue to be determined to be disabled as long as earnings are below what is called substantial gainful activity ($1070 a month in 2014) It is best to have NO money in your childrsquos name A fund for burial up to $1500 does not count against the resource limit

How much money might my child receive from SSI before going to work In 2014 the maximum SSI payment is $721 per month for an individual Not everyone gets the maximum Individuals who receive ldquoin-kindrdquo support will receive 13 less in SSI per month In-kind support is free food clothing or shelter usually provided by the parent

How much can an SSI recipient earn without losing benefits If your child works and makes less than $85 each month SSI will usually not change Once earnings go over $85 per month SSI will deduct $100 for every $200 earned As the money earned goes up SSI will go down however the amount of earnings plus the remaining SSI benefit will always be more than the original SSI check If there is no other income money or support (this means your child is getting the maximum SSI award of $721) an individual earning less than $1527 per month will still get some SSI cash benefit If your child is getting less than $721 the maximum they can earn before losing the cash benefit will be less There are work incentives that allow some income to be disregarded For example earnings used to pay for special transportation to and from work and the cost of special equipment that helps the individual at work will not be counted as income

44

BENEFITS NAVIGATOR PROGRAM

The Benefits Navigator Program 1-800-283-1848 or 404-350-7589 or 404-350-7598 Can help you figure out the work incentives A special benefit called the SSI Student Earned Income Exclusion allows a person under age 22 who is still a student in school to exclude up to $1750 (in 2014) per month in earned income with a yearly maximum of $7060 (for 2014) This means that these earnings will not be counted against them and reduce their check This allows for summer jobs or small part-time paid work experiences during then school year

What is Benefits Navigator Benefits Navigator is a free service provided by the Shepherd Center (Atlanta) in a cooperative agreement with the Social Security AdministrationThey provide information to adults and teenagers between the ages of 14 years and full retirement age who receive Social Security Income (SSI) andor Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) who are interested in pursuing work goals

What type of information do they provide Their goal is to provide accurate information about how earned income will affect social security benefits as well as other Federal and State benefits you may receive We can assist by giving you information that will help make the best decisions possible for you to determine how to reach your maximum economic potential by understanding how work earnings may affect those benefits you currently receive through the Social Security AdministrationBenefits Navigator provides information on how social security benefits andor state benefits change when someone begins working work incentives such as the PASS the Trial Work Period and Impairment Related Work Expenses and other programs and services that can help create successful employment

How do I contact them Benefits Navigator can be reached by calling their number1-800-283-1848

45

TICKET TO WORK

I have received a ldquoTicket to Workrdquo in the mail from Social Security What is this The Ticket to Work and Self Sufficiency Program (called ldquothe Ticketrdquo) is a new part of the Social Security program designed to educate people with disabilities about the possibilities of getting help to return to work despite their disabilities and to encourage them to do so Other agencies called Employment Networks have been recruited to offer some of the same services so that individuals can have a choice in determining from whom they would like to receive their vocational services You can call Maximus the Ticket Program Manager at 1-866-968-7842 (TTY 1866-833-2967) for more information about Employment Networks in Georgia This information is also included in the paperwork that is sent with the Ticket You can also visit wwwsocialsecuritygovwork The primary benefit to your child for participating in the Ticket to Work Program and that once the Ticket is ldquoassignedrdquo to an employment network A Your childrsquos Social Security case will not be medically reviewed for at least five years in order to determine if hisher disability has improved so much that heshe is no longer considered ldquodisabledrdquo under the Social Security rules The individual has to meet ldquotimely progressrdquo requirements to qualify for this protection B If you are dissatisfied with services from your Employment Network you can contact Maximus at 1-866-968-7842 (TTY 1-866-833-2967) and be referred for assistance and advocacy in addressing your concerns to choose a new employment network

Will my child lose Medicaid benefits by going to work In general Medicaid coverage will continue even after your SSI payment stops because of earnings up to a certain level In 2014 a person could earn up to $28547 and still qualify to get Medicaid Medicaid may continue for SSI recipients who are blind or disabled and earn over the SSI limits if they cannot afford similar medical care and depend on Medicaid in order to work

Who should be contacted if my child is having problems on the job or loses the job Contact your childrsquos Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor or Employment Network contact or the Supported Employment Program contact person It is best to talk to these people before your child loses the job In many cases additional job coaching can be used to correct problems on the job in order for your child to keep the present job

46

THE DEEMING WAIVER (Katie Beckett)

What is a ldquoDeeming WaiverrdquoThe Deeming Waiver is a way for parents to get Medicaid for their child with a disability when their income is too high to qualify for SSI This federal waiver takes the family income out of the picture and looks at the incomeassets of the child

Who should apply for the Deeming Waiver (Katie Beckett)Families whose income is too high to receive SSI can apply Even if a child has private insurance coverage parents can apply for this waiver Most private insurance policies have service limitations out of pocket expenses and lifetime caps In cases where private insurance exists the Deeming Waiver will be beneficial as secondary insurance to cover out of pocket expenses and will be helpful to have before a lifetime cap is met As secondary coverage Medicaid will pay for 20 of covered expenses that primary insurance does not pay Also many insurance companies do not pay for the physical occupational and speech therapies that may be covered by Medicaid

What are the Deeming Waiver Eligibility Criteria In order to apply for the Deeming Waiver the child must meet the following guidelines

Child must be under 18 years of age Child must meet federal criteria for disability Child must be ineligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) due to income andor assets of the

parents Child requires a level of care provided in a hospital skilled-nursing facility or intermediate-care facility

(including an intermediate-care facility for the mentally retarded) Child can appropriately be cared for at home The estimated cost of caring for the childe outside of the institution will not exceed the estimated cost of

treating the child within the institution

How can I apply for a Deeming Waiver Applications for the TEFRAKatie Beckett Program should be filed with the Centralized Katie Beckett Medicaid Team at the following address Right from the Start Medicaid Project Centralized TEFRAKatie Beckett Medicaid Team

47

5815 Live Oak Parkway Suite D-2 Norcross GA 30093-1700 678-248-7449 (phone) 678-248-7459 (fax) You may also apply online at wwwcompassgagov You will need to apply under health coverage for aging blind and disabled Applications must be submitted in the childrsquos name Applications may be picked up at the office as well

Deeming WaiverKatie Beckett

Katie Beckett Process The first step in the process is to determine ineligibility for SSI Most of the time the local Department

of Family and Children Services (DFACS) office can make this determination but occasionally this is not possible You may contact DFACS at 706-272-2331 located at 1142 Chattanooga Rd Dalton Georgia 30720 If they cannot they will refer you to the Social Security office to apply for SSI for your child Make sure you take all income information with you to the Social Security Office at the time you apply The Social Security office may be able to send you an informal denial based on the income information that you give them which will keep you from having to complete the entire application Be sure to tell them that you need a statement of denial in writing to submit with the Deeming Waiver application

You will need to gather information and fill out forms in order to document your childrsquos disability The DFCS worker will tell you about this information give you the appropriate forms and tell you where you can get assistance in completing the documents These documents include

Social History a detailed family history Psychological Evaluation for children with intellectual disabilities or developmental delay diagnosis

This must be completed by a Psychologist or School Psychologist Plan of Care service plan that states the childrsquos strengths needs and recommendations DMA- 6 Form physicianrsquos recommendation for nursing home placement Although the parent can fill

out the form the doctor must sign it This form is very important Be sure to ask the DFCS worker to mark the areas that require the signature of the doctor The form should be taken to the doctor that knows your child best Do not have the doctor date the form when it is signed because it is only good for 30 days from the time it is dated It should be dated at the time all of the paperwork is completed and the application is ready to be submitted

When all paperwork is complete the DFCS worker will submit the completed packet to the Georgia Medical Care Foundation (GMCF) for approval Once a child is approved for the Deeming Waiver a review of the childrsquos continued eligibility must be completed annually

Application process for Deeming Waiver is more involved than most other benefit application processes It would be beneficial and helpful to speak with someone who has already gone through and completed the process of applying for the Deeming Waiver (Katie Beckett) Our Parent Mentor has gone through the Deeming Waiver application process for her son and you may contact her Erin K Arledge Parent Mentor by phone at 706-876-3929 or by text at 706-264-3895 or by email at erinkarledgewhitfieldk12gaus if you need additional help or have more questions

if for some reason your child does not qualify for or has been dropped from the Deeming Waiver you may apply for a ldquoChampions for Childrenrdquo grant Please see more details concerning this program under the sections ldquoSupport Servicesrdquo in our Resource Manual

48

MEDICAID WAIVERS (NOW AND COMP WAIVERS)

Medicaid and the Medicaid Waiver are NOT the same You apply for Medicaid through the Department of Family and Children Services (DFACS) and you apply for the Medicaid Waiver through the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Diseases (DBHDD) If your child has Medicaid you will still need to apply for the Medicaid Waiver

Does my child need a Medicaid Waiver Yes IF THE CHILD HAS AN INTELLECTUAL ANDOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY This is the funding source for your child to receive home and community-based services

I have heard a lot about Medicaid Waivers What is a Medicaid Waiver A Medicaid Waiver is money that may be used to pay for services for a person who has an intellectual andor developmental disability These services can take place in the personrsquos home or in the community Medicaid Waiver Services can support both children and adults Medicaid usually pays for doctorrsquos appointments hospital expenses medicine therapy and some supplies and equipment The Waiver allows for Medicaid dollars to be used to pay for additional services The Medicaid Waiver dollars are part state and part federal money The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) administers a Medicaid Home and Community Based (HCBS) waiver program called NOW and COMP Waivers

What is the NOW Waiver (New Options Waiver) The NOW Waiver (New Options Waiver) provides supports to people with developmental disabilities who live in their own home or with family members and require services costing less than $25000 a year It provides supports to people who need less intensive services who do not need 24 hour care

What is the COMP Waiver (Comprehensive Supports Waiver) The COMP Waiver (Comprehensive Supports Waiver) provides supports to people who need a full range of intensive in-home or out-of-home services with costs of over $25000 a year The Waiver is also used for people who are transitioning out of institutions into the community

What services are provided by the waivers Some of the services under the NOW and COMP waivers include Community Access Community Living Support Community Residential

49

Alternative Natural Support Training Individual Goods and Services Environmental Accessibility Adaptations Respite Specialized Medical Supplies and Equipment and Supported Employment Refer to the publication ldquoConstructing a Good Life Through Understanding the NOW and COMP Waiversrdquo for more details This publication is available on the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities website wwwgcddorg A copy may also be obtained from your Transition Liaison

Medicaid Waivers

Are there services that are waiver specific Yes The NOW and COMP Waivers each include specific services that are only available in that waiver Natural Support Training and Individual Goods and Services are available only in the NOW Waiver Community Residential Alternative Services are available only in the COMP Waiver

Who is eligible for these Waivers The target group for the waiver program is individuals who have intellectual disabilities andor developmental disabilities Individuals with developmental disabilities such as cerebral palsy epilepsy autism or neurological impairments must have severe impairments to be eligible for the waiver The waiver can serve both children and adults Individuals must be Medicaid eligible to obtain a Medicaid Waiver If you receive SSI you automatically have Medicaid If you receive Medicare and not Medicaid it is possible to make you Medicaid eligible through a ldquoMedical Assistance Only (MAO)rdquo process Talk to the Region One Intake and Evaluation Team to begin this process

How do I apply for a Medicaid Waiver for my child Application for the NOW and COMP waivers is made through the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) regional offices You may obtain an application by calling the Region One DBHDD Office at 1-877-217-4462 toll free or 1-678-947-2818 office or contact WCS Parent Mentor Erin K Arledge at 706-876-3929 office erin_arledgewhitfieldk12gaus or text at 706-264-3895 cell for assistance

What will happen after I apply The Intake and Evaluation Team (IampE) will complete a screening to see if you are eligible for services If you are eligible they will place your name on either a long-term or a short-term planning list

If you are placed on the short-term list you will be assigned a Planning List Administrator (PLA) The PLA will check with you and your family periodically to see if there are any changes in your situation and will also help you look for other supports

If you are placed on the long-term list you will receive a letter stating that placement You will be contacted once a year to see if you wish to remain on the planning list Call the Region One office six months prior to graduating or aging out and request to have your name moved to the short-term planning list

When funding becomes available the regional office staff will send a letter stating that you have been approved for a Medicaid Waiver (You must be on the short-term list to be considered for a waiver) The PLA will assist you in completing all of the steps in the Waiver process This process may vary some from region to region

The PLA will complete the Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) which will be used in determining the amount of funding that you will receive Be sure that the SIS thoroughly describes your needs The PLA

50

and the provider you have chosen will assist you and your family in completing the Individual Service Plan (ISP) based on needs identified in the intake assessments

Medicaid Waivers

In Region One the PLA will give you and your family information about approved providers You and your family will choose a provider with help from the PLA Some services may be self-directed After a provider is chosen the Intake amp Evaluation Team will come to your home to complete other required assessments and Medicaid documents Be sure that the assessments thoroughly describe your needs

After all steps in the process are completed and services begin you will be assigned a Support Coordinator and will no longer work with the PLA

What is the difference between the short-term and long-term planning list The short-term planning list is designed for people needing waiver services immediately or in the near future (within approximately six months) The long-term planning list is designed for people needing waiver services at some point in the future

Will I keep my Waiver if I move You can move around Georgia and your Medicaid Waiver will go with you If you move out of state it does not transfer with you Once you receive a Medicaid Waiver it remains yours for as long as you continue to meet the eligibility requirements and still need services

What is the organizational structure of the Waiver programs The NOW and COMP waivers are administered by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) There are six regional offices responsible for intake and evaluation preauthorization of services utilization management crisis resolution and quality management Individuals access the NOW or COMP waivers through these regional offices Whitfield County is in Region One The Region One office is located at 1230 Bald Ridge Marina Road Suite 800 Cumming GA 30041 the phone number is (678) 947-2818 How do I obtain additional information about the Waiver programs Questions and answers and information about the NOW and COMP waivers are posted on the following website wwwdbhddgeor giagov

Also available are Family Support dollars a state funded program for individuals with Autism andor Developmental Disabilities designed to broker an array of goods services and individualized support needed for the continued care and support of a family member at home in his or her community Goods and services include respite community living supports recreation therapeutic services specialized equipment specialized nutrition supported employment medicaldental services transportation and much moreTo apply for Family Support Dollars or to obtain more information about this program go to wwwbandbcarecomfamily-support22html and download the referral form and return to the Administrative Assistant

51

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION DIVISION

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) provides services to help eligible persons with disabilities prepare for start and maintain competitive employment thus becoming productive and independent citizens in their communities VR has more than 35 offices statewide with expert teams who work in the community and have in-depth knowledge of both the marketplace and the support services available Customers are therefore able to benefit from opportunities tailored to their specific needsServices We Provide through the VR Support Services Team (VRSST) provides leadership training technical assistancesupport and coordination to regional and unit offices Examples include

Fostering collaborative partnerships with federal and state agencies community rehabilitation facilities workforce investment boards and postsecondary schools

Developing rehabilitation services provider standards and managing fees Managing the client information system Developing and managing client services policies and procedures and providing for due process

including administrative reviews mediations and fair hearings

Providing rehabilitation-related assistive work technology assessments and recommendations Regional and unit office staffs develop referral sources for the purpose of identifying and reaching eligible individuals with disabilities who can will and want to work Services necessary for a qualified individual to meet a carefully-determined work goal may includeCounseling amp Guidance

Postsecondary Support Supported Employment Work Readiness Training Work Adjustment Training Vocational amp Technical Training On-the-Job Training Deaf Blind amp Deaf-Blind Services

Employers are linked with qualified applicants and also may receive help in such areas as Accessibility Assessments Job Analysis Study Disability Awareness Education Assistive Work Technology Learn more about the VR Division

Your Childrsquos school case manager will make a referral to Vocational Rehab at age 16Vocational Rehabilitation Dalton Office1615 Hickory Street Suite 106 Dalton Georgia 30720Contact information706-272-2303706-272-2787 TTY800-643-6783 Toll Free

52

SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

What is Supported Employment Supported employment is a state and federally funded program designed to enable individuals with disabilities to work They are integrated with nondisabled workers in the work place and earn at least minimum wage The individual works in a job best suited to hisher strengths and begins with intensive job coaching which decreases as the job tasks are mastered A Job Coach provides ongoing support a minimum of twice a month for as long as the person has the job Individual Placements Traditional Supported Employment provides for one individual to be placed in a job in a community business or industry A Job Coach or Employment Training Specialist provides intensive training in job skills and work related behaviorsWhen employerrsquos standards are met onsite support is faded but must continue a minimum of twice a month Communication with the employee and the employer is ongoing

53



The following is a list of acronyms or abbreviations often used when communicating with school systems

AN EXPLANATION

Georgia Graduated Licensing Program

Age Requirements

Full drivers license 18 years old Georgia Instructional Permit

Instructional Permit Driving Restrictions

Behind-the-Wheel Experience

GA Provisional License

Provisional License Restrictions

Full Unrestricted GA Drivers License

Online

Forms


TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 4

Acronyms and Initials 5

Transition Service Plan An Explanation 9

Transition Planning Timeline for Mild Intellectual Disabilities 10

Transition Planning Timeline for Work ReadyCollege Bound and Other Mild Disabilities 13

Community-Based Vocational Training Timeline for More Severe Disabilities 14

Transition Plan Ideas for Mild Moderate Severe Profound and Other Intellectual Disabilities 18

Example of a Whitfield County Schools Transition Plan 22

Informal Adaptive Behavior Skills Checklist 27

Release of School Records - ldquoWhat is the procedure to obtain a copy of my childrsquos records from WCSrdquo 30

Home records ndash ldquoWhat records should I keep copies of at homerdquo 31

ldquoWhen My Child Turns 18 What Do I Need To Dordquo 32

How to Register for Selective Service 33

How to Register to Vote 34

Driverrsquos Permit and License 35

Georgia Identification card Handicapped ID card and Indigent ID card 39

Guardianship and Alternatives 40

Wills and Special Needs Trusts 42

Social Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) 43

Benefits Navigator Program 46

Ticket To Work Program 47

The Deeming Waiver (Katie Beckett) 48

2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Medicaid Waiver 50



3

INTRODUCTION


4









5













CTR Center










FY Fiscal Year






HB House Bill


HOSP Hospital


HV Home Visit







ACRONYMSINITIALS


6





JD Job Developer

LB Legally Blind





MA Mental Age















SB Senate Bill

7


















8

AN EXPLANATION




9

Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

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IndividualJob Share




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VOTER REGISTRATION





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money order









35









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GUARDIANSHIP





39


















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42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms


TABLE OF CONTENTS

Medicaid Waiver 50



3

INTRODUCTION


4









5













CTR Center










FY Fiscal Year






HB House Bill


HOSP Hospital


HV Home Visit







ACRONYMSINITIALS


6





JD Job Developer

LB Legally Blind





MA Mental Age















SB Senate Bill

7


















8

AN EXPLANATION




9

Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms


INTRODUCTION


4









5













CTR Center










FY Fiscal Year






HB House Bill


HOSP Hospital


HV Home Visit







ACRONYMSINITIALS


6





JD Job Developer

LB Legally Blind





MA Mental Age















SB Senate Bill

7


















8

AN EXPLANATION




9

Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms










5













CTR Center










FY Fiscal Year






HB House Bill


HOSP Hospital


HV Home Visit







ACRONYMSINITIALS


6





JD Job Developer

LB Legally Blind





MA Mental Age















SB Senate Bill

7


















8

AN EXPLANATION




9

Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms









FY Fiscal Year






HB House Bill


HOSP Hospital


HV Home Visit







ACRONYMSINITIALS


6





JD Job Developer

LB Legally Blind





MA Mental Age















SB Senate Bill

7


















8

AN EXPLANATION




9

Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms






JD Job Developer

LB Legally Blind





MA Mental Age















SB Senate Bill

7


















8

AN EXPLANATION




9

Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms



















8

AN EXPLANATION




9

Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms


AN EXPLANATION




9

Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms


Student


Date















End of 8th

grade (transition

IEP meeting)



Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




10









School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms










School





Timeline MID

Student AgeGrade




11






Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms







Transition Year













12

Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms


Student AgeGrade










Last year in school





13

Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




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18








19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







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30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












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38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms


Student AgeGrade















Student AgeGrade




14














School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








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21










22


23




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25




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27




28







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30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












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38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms















School


Student AgeGrade



School

15








graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




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18








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21










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31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












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38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms









graduation)










16

Erin Kenemer 022616









17





IndividualJob Share




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18








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21










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29








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VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












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38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms










17





IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








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31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





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33












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money order









35









36












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GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





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SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms






IndividualJob Share




Ideas for TSP


18








19








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21










22


23




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25




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27




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29








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32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












37






38


GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










41





42



SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






45

TICKET TO WORK




46










47












48








49


Medicaid Waivers









50


Medicaid Waivers







51










52



53




AN EXPLANATION


Age Requirements







Online

Forms









19








20





21










22


23




24



25




26




27




28







29








30









31







32




VOTER REGISTRATION





Phone 706-876-1360




33












34


money order









35









36












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GUARDIANSHIP





39


















40










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SSISSDI




43

SSISSDI





44






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