Start here: find the right support

Introduction

As your child gets older, it is important to start planning for adulthood.

This includes education, employment, independence, and community life.

What this includes

Preparing for adulthood focuses on:

• Further education and training
• Employment opportunities
• Independent living
• Health and wellbeing

Education and training

Explore post-16 options:

Link: Education, employment and training 

Independent living

Support for developing independence:

Link: Independent living

Community and relationships

Opportunities to take part in social and community life:

Link: Friends, relationships and community 

Health and wellbeing

Support for ongoing health needs:

Link: Health and wellbeing

Social care support

Information about adult social care:

Link: Social care 

What most people do next

Young people and families often:

• Explore post-16 education options
• Look at employment pathways
• Begin planning for independence