September 7 | Preparing for Adulthood on the Autism Spectrum
Explore practical information and resources for navigating the transition to adulthood on the autism spectrum, including future planning, financial considerations, supported decision-making, benefits, and long-term supports.
Event Details
When: Monday, September 7, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Where: Virtual Presentation
Cost: See registration for details
Hosted By: Autism Society of Indiana
Registration: Required
Event Details: Register for Preparing for Adulthood on the Autism Spectrum
About This Event
The transition from childhood to adulthood can bring a lot of questions for autistic individuals and the people who support them. Planning ahead can help families better understand available options and make decisions that reflect the individual's goals, preferences, and support needs.
This virtual presentation from the Autism Society of Indiana will explore several areas that families may encounter as they plan for the future, including financial planning, government benefits, supported decision-making, guardianship, long-term supports, and community resources.
The session is designed to provide practical information that can help families approach adulthood planning with greater understanding and a focus on individual goals and independence.
Accessibility Highlights
Features Families May Appreciate:
Virtual format
Focus on practical transition-to-adulthood information
Information about financial and future planning
Discussion of supported decision-making and guardianship
Information about government benefits and eligibility
Resources related to long-term supports and community services
Helpful Planning Tips:
Register ahead of the presentation.
Consider writing down questions about benefits, decision-making, or future supports before attending.
If you're beginning transition planning, make a list of areas where you would like more information.
Take notes on resources and organizations you may want to explore after the presentation.
Remember that transition planning can be an ongoing process rather than something that needs to be figured out all at once.
Who Might Enjoy This Event?
This event may be a good fit for:
Autistic teens and young adults
Parents and caregivers
Families beginning transition planning
Adults supporting autistic individuals
Professionals working with autistic individuals approaching adulthood
Families exploring long-term support options
What Families May Want to Know
Before you go:
The presentation is virtual.
Registration is required.
Topics include financial planning, supported decision-making, guardianship, government benefits, long-term supports, and community resources.
Families may want to attend together and discuss which topics are most relevant to their individual situation.
Not every planning option will be appropriate for every person. Person-centered planning can help families consider supports based on the individual's goals, preferences, and needs.
Why Families May Appreciate It
Planning for adulthood can feel overwhelming, particularly when families are trying to understand systems that may be unfamiliar. Questions about benefits, decision-making, financial planning, employment, and long-term supports can quickly become complicated.
Having access to information before a major transition can give families more time to explore options and make decisions thoughtfully. This presentation offers a starting point for those conversations while emphasizing planning that supports individual goals and independence.
Plan Your Visit
☐ Register for the virtual presentation
☐ Write down questions about the transition to adulthood
☐ Review the topics being covered
☐ Have a way to take notes during the presentation
☐ Identify resources you'd like to research afterward
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