What’s Next?
An information and support program for families of individualswith disabilities who are transitioning to adulthood
Program Description
The What’s Next? program provides education and support for young adults with disabilities and their families who are transitioning to community-based services and supports. Our goal is for program participants to have increased knowledge of the options available to them, a broader network of social supports, and comfort knowing that they are not alone in their search for community resources.
We meet once a week for 6 weeks. Each session lasts one hour and a half. Meetings involve guest speakers, question and answer sessions, parent discussion groups, and young adult discussion and activity groups. Siblings and other family members are also welcome!
Topics for Parents and Guardians
- Housing options
- Waivers and waiver benefits
- Guardianship
- Estate planning
- Applying for benefits (Social Security, Food Stamps, Medicaid, etc.)
- Social/recreational opportunities
- Day programming
- Employment
- Individual Service Plans
Topics for Young Adults with Disabilities
- Self-determination, choices, and consequences
- Responsibility and independence
- Advocacy and rights of people with MRDD
- Housing and transportation
- Time and money management
- Eating and meal planning
- Health care history
- Relationships
- Recreation and leisure
Time
The program meets on Wednesdays from 7:00pm to 8:30pm for 6 weeks.
Location
The program meets at the Franklin County Board of MR/DD Administration Building at the following address:
2879 Johnstown Road
Columbus, OH 43219
The building is wheelchair accessible.
Cost
What’s Next? is free for families receiving services through Franklin County Board of MR/DD.
If you would like more information about this program, or would like to get involved, please contact Lynn Banks at 614.475.6440 or lynn.banks@fcbmrdd.org.
