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Transition Mini Conference

This FREE conference is for youth and their parents on education, adult services, assistive technology, and transition. Join us in person! 

Date and time

Saturday, April 6. 10am - 3pm EDT 

Location

East Brunswick Public Library,

Civic Center Drive East Brunswick, NJ 08816

5 hours

This FREE conference is for youth and their parents/caregivers on the transition to adult life, adult services, self-advocacy, assistive technology, and more.

Do You Understand Your Youth’s Transition Plan?

Does your youth need to build their self-advocacy skills?

Are you a Youth preparing to transition from school to adult life?

Join us in person to learn strategies and resources from SPAN!

Youth Track: An interactive day of self-advocacy skill building for youth ages 14-21

Family/Caregiver Track: Understanding the IEP Transition Plan for post-secondary education and Employment. Understanding the transition to adult services.

Lunch will be provided.


***PLEASE READ***


Parents and caregivers (who can attend separate tracks) must accompany the conference with their young adult/youth. SPAN does not provide support to individuals, but they are welcome to provide their support person.


***DISCLAIMER***


No youth/young adults can be left unattended or dropped off at the event at any time.


Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/transition-mini-conference-tickets-823924709987?aff=oddtdtcreator

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