Paths to Possibility: Exploring Adulthood | IDD Resource Summit
WTNC Event
Date
May 16, 2026
Time
1pm-4pm
Location
Wake Tech Community College Eastern Wake Campus 5401 Rolesville Road Wendell, NC 27591
Transitioning to and through adulthood shouldn’t feel like navigating a map without a compass. The IDD Resource Summit is a place for families and self-advocates to gather essential resources and connect with a community that prioritizes dignity and long-term well-being.
Join We Will Walk With You (WWWWY), Work Together NC, and the Tammy Lynn Center for an afternoon of practical workshops and networking.
What to Expect
- Expert-Led Breakouts: Targeted sessions on the logistics of transition.
- Resource Tables: Visit with our partners to gather specific information and materials.
- Light Refreshments: Served by the Pathfinders program at Wake Tech, a dedicated group of students with IDD gaining professional experience.
- Photo Booth: Capture the day and celebrate the journey with our interactive photo booth!
Breakout Sessions & Themes
The following partners are scheduled to host or contribute to these sessions (subject to change):
- 🌿 Learning & Campus Life
- Focus: Exploring inclusive post-secondary education and campus integration.
- 🌻 Employment & Purpose
- Focus: Sourcing opportunities that validate the dignity of the job seeker.
- 🌼 Natural Supports & Belonging
- Focus: Building sustainable community connections, inclusive housing, adaptive sports, and peer mentorship.
- 🌳 Planning & Transition Tools
- Focus: Mastering the “logistics of life” after high school, including the Innovation Waiver, 1915i services, and the Tailored Plan.
- 🍳 Daily Living Skills
- Focus: Practical independence, self-advocacy, and health-focused programming.
Event Logistics
- Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Wake Technical Community College – East Wake Campus
- Co-Hosted By: We Will Walk With You (WWWWY), Work Together NC, and the Tammy Lynn Center.
Registration & Tickets
Please select the ticket type that best fits your role:
- Self-advocate Ticket: For self-advocates exploring their next steps.
- Parent / Caregiver Ticket: For those supporting a loved one’s journey.