RIO GRANDE – The New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DRVS), The Arc of Cape May County and Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN) announce a Transition Workshop Sept. 26, from 5:30-8 p.m. at The Arc of Cape May Training Center, 514 Maryland Ave., Rio Grande.
Transition planning is crucial to increasing successful outcomes for life after high school. This workshop will discuss issues related to transitioning from school to adult life.
The DRVS works with students who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and students with disabilities, who need specific services to prepare for, get and keep a job.
Transition services provided to eligible clients of DVRS may include vocational counseling and guidance, placement services, job seeking skills, supported employment; time limited placement and coaching, job accommodations, skills training and college training.
SPAN is an independent organization committed to empowering families as advocates and partners in improving education, health, and mental health outcomes for youth in transition.
SPAN’s vision is to see all families will have the resources and support they need to ensure that their children become fully participating and contributing members of their community and society.
SPAN’s mission is to empower and support families and inform and involve professionals interested in the healthy development and education of children and youth with special needs.
The Arc of Cape May County promotes and protects the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
The Arc of Cape May is committed to enhancing the quality of life of those individuals and their families through direct services, advocacy, empowerment, education, and prevention.
Space is limited to 50, so register early at www.tadcapemay9262016.eventbrite.com.
For information contact Sarah Matthews at 861-7100 or Colleen Hendrickson at 523-0330.
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