Parents & Caregivers of Teens and Adults
Teens and adults with Down syndrome are striving for and reaching their goals and experiencing life similar to that of their peers. Whether graduating from high school, receiving a post-secondary education, working in competitive employment, or living as independently as possible, individuals with Down syndrome are reaching milestones that were previously unimagined.
There is a great deal of planning and use of available resources to create a future for individuals with Down syndrome.
North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance partners with state and local agencies to bring vaulable information to families and caregivers to help navigate the road to adulthood.
- A Guide for Parents of Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities
- Transition to Adulthood
- NC Innovations Waiver provides home and community based services and covers the lifespan of an individual with Down syndrome
- Rethinking Guardianship
- Individuals with Down syndrome typically qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid when they turn 18 years old
- Vocational Rehabilitation provides services to assist in gaining employment
- Community colleges and universities offer a variety of post-secondary educational opportunities for individuals with disabilities
- Individuals with Down syndrome are able to save for their future without jeopardizing their means tested benefits
- More housing options are becoming available for individuals with Down syndrome