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<blockquote data-quote="slsh" data-source="post: 513978" data-attributes="member: 8"><p>They don't start transition stuff until jr. year. So the IDEA requirement that a transition plan be developed at 16 is... what? Just an exercise in futility? Practice for the adults? I admire your restraint in having *not* gone completely off on them. (And check your state regs - I believe in IL, state law said transition planning had to start at 14-1/2. Another loophole is that IDEA says they can start earlier if IEP team determines it's appropriate - I think you can certainly make a strong argument that it's appropriate. Either way, the IEP that is in effect when child turns 16 *must* have transition plan and *measurable transition* goals).</p><p></p><p>I'd send a letter of understanding re: this visit, including that wonderful admission that they don't even start working on transition skills until jr. year. Just a factual little note, certified, with the request that it be filed in Q's permanent school record. </p><p></p><p>I'm so sorry. What you're describing sounds so similar to what was offered to Boo, aka absolutely nothing practical, reasonable, functional, or in any way, shape, or form useful. </p><p></p><p>A suggestion though - are there any adult programs in the area for folks with- brain injuries? UCP had an adult program for people with similar cognitive abilities/physical impairments as Boo that SD paid for the last 4 years he was in "school" (aka day care) starting at age 17. It was just wonderful - for the first time since we moved to this gawdforsaken state, he was treated like the young man he is, rather than a potted plant. </p><p></p><p>It may be time to network with- other parents. It will probably take a lot of effort on your part, but I'd start with ARC or a local disability advocacy group. I *know* it feels like you're having to reinvent the wheel, but Q is absolutely not the first kid with his collection of needs, behaviors, diagnoses, and underlying causes. </p><p></p><p>I think that there is supposed to be a transition specialist in each SD. That person should be part of his IEP mtgs. If he/she is not there tomorrow, I'd request another mtg (don't throw things at me <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /> ) that will include him/her. If you get the "we don't do that until jr. year" fertilizer again, tell them that IDEA says they do. Period. I just checked the regs, and if you really want to hold their feet to the fire, insist that they "must invite a representative of any participating agency that is likely to be responsible for providing or paying for transition services." IOW dept of mental health or developmental disabilities or rehab or whatever it's called in your state. Disclaimer - I have yet to set eyes on anyone who represents any of these depts, LOL. Not while Boo was in school, nor in the year and a half since he's been out. IL takes "we don't do that" to a whole new level. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /> And of course difficult child didn't need or want those services and the transition team were only following the law (*major* sarcasm here) by following difficult child's wishes. Gag.</p><p></p><p>Anyhoo.... document, network, and I'd really recommend you thoroughly read thru the transition section of IDEA, because I really doubt your SD is going to do what they're supposed to be doing.</p><p></p><p>And hang in there and take *good* care of yourself. It's a bear of a battle.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="slsh, post: 513978, member: 8"] They don't start transition stuff until jr. year. So the IDEA requirement that a transition plan be developed at 16 is... what? Just an exercise in futility? Practice for the adults? I admire your restraint in having *not* gone completely off on them. (And check your state regs - I believe in IL, state law said transition planning had to start at 14-1/2. Another loophole is that IDEA says they can start earlier if IEP team determines it's appropriate - I think you can certainly make a strong argument that it's appropriate. Either way, the IEP that is in effect when child turns 16 *must* have transition plan and *measurable transition* goals). I'd send a letter of understanding re: this visit, including that wonderful admission that they don't even start working on transition skills until jr. year. Just a factual little note, certified, with the request that it be filed in Q's permanent school record. I'm so sorry. What you're describing sounds so similar to what was offered to Boo, aka absolutely nothing practical, reasonable, functional, or in any way, shape, or form useful. A suggestion though - are there any adult programs in the area for folks with- brain injuries? UCP had an adult program for people with similar cognitive abilities/physical impairments as Boo that SD paid for the last 4 years he was in "school" (aka day care) starting at age 17. It was just wonderful - for the first time since we moved to this gawdforsaken state, he was treated like the young man he is, rather than a potted plant. It may be time to network with- other parents. It will probably take a lot of effort on your part, but I'd start with ARC or a local disability advocacy group. I *know* it feels like you're having to reinvent the wheel, but Q is absolutely not the first kid with his collection of needs, behaviors, diagnoses, and underlying causes. I think that there is supposed to be a transition specialist in each SD. That person should be part of his IEP mtgs. If he/she is not there tomorrow, I'd request another mtg (don't throw things at me :winking: ) that will include him/her. If you get the "we don't do that until jr. year" fertilizer again, tell them that IDEA says they do. Period. I just checked the regs, and if you really want to hold their feet to the fire, insist that they "must invite a representative of any participating agency that is likely to be responsible for providing or paying for transition services." IOW dept of mental health or developmental disabilities or rehab or whatever it's called in your state. Disclaimer - I have yet to set eyes on anyone who represents any of these depts, LOL. Not while Boo was in school, nor in the year and a half since he's been out. IL takes "we don't do that" to a whole new level. :winking: And of course difficult child didn't need or want those services and the transition team were only following the law (*major* sarcasm here) by following difficult child's wishes. Gag. Anyhoo.... document, network, and I'd really recommend you thoroughly read thru the transition section of IDEA, because I really doubt your SD is going to do what they're supposed to be doing. And hang in there and take *good* care of yourself. It's a bear of a battle. [/QUOTE]
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