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I'm an Individual With a Disability Who is Still in High School

YOU CAN START PLANNING YOUR FUTURE WHILE YOU ARE STILL IN HIGH SCHOOL!

Look through the resources below to learn more about how to get ready for graduation, working life, and opportunities after high school.

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What Employment First Means to Me Infographic Handout

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Available for download as PDF Handout, High Contrast, Spanish and Plain Text Document Disponible en Español To learn more about what Employment First means to a variety of stakeholders, follow this link! Plain Text: Employment First Means... Job Seeker: I have the information and support I need to make my own decisions about working. High Schooler: I have support to plan my future, like job
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Vocational Rehabilitation Eligibility, Referral, and Roadmap

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This VR Eligibility and Referral Infographic is available for download as a PDF, High Contrast, Spanish, and Plain Text Document. Disponible en Español VR Eligibility and Referral Plain Text: Vocational Rehabilitation helps people with disabilities get ready to work, find a job, and keep their jobs. It is sometimes called VR or Voc Rehab. To get help from VR, you MUST: Have a disability Have
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Self-Advocacy Online

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The Self-Advocacy Online website helps people with disabilities learn about self-advocacy. On the website, you can View short video interviews with self-advocates from around the country, Explore lessons on self-advocacy, Read easy-to-understand presentations about research in self-advocacy. The Center's YouTube channel also has videos about Employment First, remaining active, and making friends
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Diverse Ability Incorporated

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Diverse Ability Incorporated offers a variety of workshops for youth who have disabilities across the state throughout the year. We also host Arizona Youth Leadership Forum every summer in several Arizona cities. Youth who have disabilities are the leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated. They create, teach, and guide our services. Visit their website diverseabilityincorporated.org for more
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Arizona Technology Access Program

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The Arizona Technology Access Program (AzTAP) helps people learn about assistive technology. They offer many programs, including: Assistive technology demonstrations Lending out technologies for short-term use Helping you select and obtain the technology that you need An online equipment re-use program Financial loans to help you buy assistive technology Training, education, and technical
Transition Requirements Matrix

Transition Requirements and Services: IDEA/Special Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Division of Developmental Disabilities

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This table is available as a PDF, Spanish, and Plain Text Document. Disponible en Español ' Are you a student who has a disability? Do you receive services from the public education system, Vocational Rehabilitation, or the Division of Developmental Disabilities? If you said yes, you are entitled to transition support. This grid explains WHO can receive services WHEN they should be delivered WHAT
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Do You Want to Work?

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The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) can help you find and keep a job. This brochure explains what services DDD can provide for you, who can help you, and how to get started. Some of the things DDD can help with are: Person-centered career planning Identifying your strengths Building your skills Information about vocational rehabilitation (VR).
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WIOA Section 511

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This Handout is Available as a PDF Handout, Easy Read Handout, Spanish Handout, and Text Only Are you paid less than minimum wage at your job (usually in a sheltered workshop* or an enclave*)? Are you under 24 and thinking about work that would pay you less than minimum wage? This handout explains how the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act of 2014 effects you. Handout Text SIDE ONE: People 24
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What You Need To Know About Your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) When You Turn 18

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Are you under 18 and receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? When you turn 18, your SSI or benefits may change. This booklet can help you learn about the Age-18 Redetermination review process. It can be used by students turning 18, parents and guardians, teachers, health providers, and caregivers. Published by the Social Security Administration and available in English and Spanish.
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Transition Blind Program: Services for Blind, Visually Impaired, and Deaf

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This document provides information about the Arizona RSA's program for blind, visually impaired, and deaf students. This program exists to help students transition out of school successfully. The program includes services like: Travel skills training Self-advocacy Daily living skills College and career exploration And more Contact information is included.