I dont know about every state….but here in michigan, a special needs student that graduates high school and gets a diploma cannot continue to receive educational services.
If that same student, instead, chooses to get a certificate of completion; they are entitled to educational services through the schools until they reach the age of 26. This may include teaching them daily living skills, a job coach among other services.
Unfortunately, in years past, families were not appropriately informed that they had a choice. Consequently, many families are in the position of not being able to access additional services for their student. This is unfair.
Now, i suppose if you are living in a metropolitan area where there are more organizations, and more agencies geared towards the idea of improving the lives of special needs adults, you just might do ok. (more…)
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