Practical guidance for planning life beyond high school
Planning for adulthood after high school can bring a lot of questions, but you don't have to sort through them alone.
Join us for four evenings designed to help parents and caregivers better understand some of the important decisions, services, and opportunities that come with the transition to adulthood. Together, we'll explore adult services and housing, financial planning, legal decision-making, and a strengths-based approach to transition planning.
Each session will offer practical information and useful next steps, along with space to learn from other parents and caregivers who are navigating similar questions. Throughout the series, we will keep the young adult at the center of the process, considering their strengths, gifts, preferences, and hopes for the future.
Attend one session or join us for the full series.
Please note: While much of the information shared in this series is specific to Michigan, many of the topics and planning considerations may still be helpful to families in other states.
SERIES SCHEDULE
Adult Services, Supports Coordination, and Housing
Oct. 29, 2026 | 6:30–8 p.m.
Featured speaker: Kay Wood
Explore community mental health services, supports coordination, and housing options for adulthood.
Planning for Adulthood: Navigating finances, government benefits, and the rest of the “now whats?"
Dec. 3, 2026 | 6:30–8 p.m.
Featured speaker: Jeff Light, ChSNC
Learn about Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Insurance, MiABLE accounts, and long-term planning.
Age of Majority and Legal Decision-Making
Feb. 4, 2027 | 6:30–8 p.m.
Featured speaker: Sarah Kirkpatrick, attorney
Consider what changes at age 18 and learn about power of attorney, guardianship, and other approaches to supporting decision-making.
Person-Guided Planning for Life After High School
March 25, 2027 | 6:30–8 p.m.
Featured speaker: Lisa Dekker, M.Ed.
Discover how Person-Guided Planning can help young adults, families, and support teams build a meaningful path toward employment, education, community life, and greater independence.