The IEP Team will discuss the transfer of rights at least one year prior to the student reaching age 18, age of majority. This is to make sure the student and parents understand that the student’s right to make educational decisions for the IEP will transfer to the student when he or she turns 18. * In most cases, the transfer of rights at age 18 is an appropriate action. In some cases, if the student is unable to understand or make their own decisions, parents may wish to consider full or limited guardianship. Keep in mind there are many alternatives to guardianship. Supported decision-making offers a range of options that give parents an opportunity for continued input into the student’s educational path. lamana The IEP Team will discuss the transfer of rights at least one year prior to the student reaching age 18, age of majority. This is to make sure the student and parents understand that the student’s right to make educational decisions for the IEP will transfer to the student when he or she turns 18. * In most cases, the transfer of rights at age 18 is an appropriate action. In some cases, if the student is unable to understand or make their own decisions, parents may wish to consider full or limited guardianship. Keep in mind there are many alternatives to guardianship. Supported decision-making offers a range of options that give parents an opportunity for continued input into the student’s educational path. Read More »
Understand what legal status and age of majority mean. It is important that all are aware of the legal changes that happen when a person turns 18 and what it means for the individual and the family/care partner regarding decision making. lamana Understand what legal status and age of majority mean. It is important that all are aware of the legal changes that happen when a person turns 18 and what it means for the individual and the family/care partner regarding decision making. Read More »
Support the individual’s development of communication skills for sharing personal information such as mailing address, date of birth, phone number. Address safety precautions regarding protecting this information. lamana Support the individual’s development of communication skills for sharing personal information such as mailing address, date of birth, phone number. Address safety precautions regarding protecting this information. Read More »
