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The Options Niagara Transitional Program focuses on young adults with a developmental difference and provides support as they transition into the Niagara community.


About the Options Niagara  Transitional Program

Options Niagara is a region-wide program that provides support to young adults between the ages of 18 and 35, with a developmental difference, as they make the transition from school to community life.

A Person Centred Planning process is used to help each person create and achieve their dreams and desires as well as build a network of support within their community.

Learning opportunities are provided through training and connecting people to other supports in areas such as;

  • goal planning
  • rights, respect and responsibility
  • self advocacy
  • healthy living and nutrition
  • abuse prevention
  • food handling and cooking
  • anger management
  • employment and volunteerism
  • literacy and basic skills
  • healthy relationships
  • money skills and management
  • problem solving
  • making community connections

Options Facilitators

Options Facilitators work with people they support to help them develop the skills and connections they need to be successful and achieve the level of independence they have chosen.

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Transition to Adulthood Planning Toolkit

This toolkit helps families plan for their child to succeed in school, at work and in life.

What is a transition plan?

Transition planning is a process. The child, parent and people who provide supports help the young person create a vision for the future. The young person’s strengths, interests and talents are identified. Using this information, a step by step plan is created. The plan outlines the steps, supports and goals needed to make a smooth transition from school to adult life. This toolkit guides you through the steps to planning a successful transition. If you are interested see the link to the Toolkit below.

TransitionPlanningToolkit3-99.pdf


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