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7419 Back to the Future: Realistic Steps in Adult Transition Planning for Youth and Young Adults with Autism [CRC Session]

Saturday, July 26, 2014: 12:30 PM-1:45 PM

208 (Indiana Convention Center)

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This presentation covers the principal issues to consider in making a functional adult life plan as the youth will transition into adulthood. This panel will look at vocational training, adapting to adult environment and an evaluation of readiness for further schooling and level of independent living.

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will identify the steps toward planning for life after high school for a person with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and be able to analyze the best alternatives for each individual.
• Participants will be able to cite laws and regulations that affect individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who are over the age of 18.
• Participants will recognize the interrelationship between health, education, employment, independent living and community participation and incorporate principles of a youth-and-family-centered approach reaching for the highest levels of self-advocacy and community inclusion.

Content Area: Transition Planning and Options for Adulthood

Presenters:

Susan J. Moreno, M.A.
Director, MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome
MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome

Susan Moreno is the Founder and CEO of MAAP Services for Autism, has authored three books, and has been a keynote presenter at two previous Autism Society Annual Conferences. She holds a Master's Degree in Applied Behavioral Science and also serves as an Ally for the Autism Society of Indiana.

Mary R. Ciccarelli, M.D.
Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine-Pediatrics, Director of Center for Youth and Adults with Conditions of Childhood
Indiana University School of Medicine

Dr. Mary Ciccarelli is an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine-Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine, an Associate Chair for Pediatric Education and the Founding Director of the Center for Youth and Adults with Conditions of Childhood, a statewide program of transition support for youth with chronic conditions and disabilities.

Elise S. Montoya, RN, MSN, PMHNP
Care Coordinator and Parent
Indiana University

Elise Montoya is a board certified psychiatry nurse practitioner with experience both as a transition support care coordinator and parent of a young adult with special needs.

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