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Individuals with disabilities are employable. NC’s Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD), formerly known as Voc Rehab, is an important partner in the process of helping youth with career exploration, employment readiness skills, and job placement.

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Acronym Key: IEP = Individualized Education Program | Pre ETS = Pre Employment Transition Services | EIPD = Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities

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Finding ways to get around
Explore Work Together NC’s library of transportation options and services.
Approximate age: As early as possible and ongoing
Who can help: Individual and family

Finding ways to get around
Review Work Together NC’s guide to transportation options for people with IDD in NC.
Approximate age: As early as possible and ongoing
Who can help: Individual and family, School/IEP Team

Finding ways to get around
Practice community safety skills (i.e., identifying signs, using crosswalks, being aware, etc.).
Approximate age: As early as possible and ongoing
Who can help: Individual, family, and School/IEP Team

Finding ways to get around
Practice using Google Maps or other map apps.
Approximate age: Middle school and ongoing
Who can help: Individual, family, and School/IEP Team
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Finding ways to get around
Explore/practice transportation options (public, paratransit, uber/lyft). Consider factors such as cost, safety, and level of support needed.
Approximate age: As early as possible and ongoing
Who can help: Individual and family, School/IEP Team, community agencies, EIPD counselor

Finding ways to get around
Obtain driver’s training and license, if appropriate.
Approximate age: 15 or later
Who can help: Individual, family, and community agencies

Finding ways to get around
Ask your EIPD counselor about funding for a driver assessment and training.
Approximate age: 15 or later
Who can help: Individual, family, EIPD counselor
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Finding ways to get around
Ask about including transportation goals in transition plan portion of IEP.
Approximate age: High school
Who can help: Individual and family, School/IEP Team
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Using public or paratransit
If interested in public transit, download apps for your local area.
Approximate age: As early as possible and ongoing
Who can help: Individual with help of others

Using public or paratransit
Create a personal transportation plan, including your chosen mode(s) of transportation and any “Plan B”/back up plan options.
Approximate age: As early as possible and ongoing
Who can help: Individual and family
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