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Teenagers

Thinking about leaving school can be very exciting. It’s a time of new opportunities, new challenges, a time to think about the future and the skills you have and those you need to develop. It’s a time where services change and you can start to take responsibility - where possible - around your health and wellbeing and the way you choose to live your life.

Planning needs to start early though - from about Year 9 of high school.

Our Transition Toolkit can help guide your preparation and planning. The kit is a series of 20 factsheets designed to cover some of the key considerations as you move into adult life. Click on each heading below to open the PDF factsheet to read, save or print.

Introduction

• Transition Kit: Introduction - 144.9 KB

  
  

Contribution and Learning

• Post School Planning - 146.1 KB

  Planning for leaving school is a process that should start in Year 7. There is support available in each of the different school systems - public, Catholic and independent - to help you and your family look at the options available

• Post School Programs - 191.0 KB

  There are two programs in NSW that are worth considering when you leave school. Community Participation helps you to develop the skills you need for independence and participation. Transition to Work is a 2 year program that helps prepare you for work

• Post School Study - 203.6 KB

  Whether it is TAFE or university there is help available if you want to do further study

• Accessing Apprenticeships - 134.0 KB

  To encourage the take-up of apprenticeships by people with a disability, the Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program offers assistance to both apprentices and employers.

Emotional Health and Wellbeing

• Feeling OK About Yourself - 180.6 KB

  Your self esteem is the way you feel about yourself. There are 5 easy steps to start you off on a journey towards healthier self esteem

• Stress - 197.9 KB

  Some stress is normal, but too much can be a hazard. Recognising when your stress levels are out of control is the first step. There are many ways to help you manage stress.

Financial Security

• Money Matters - 219.5 KB

  If you have a disability you may be eligible for a number of government allowances and other forms of financial support. Our Money Matters factsheet can tell you more.

• Moving Out - 175.1 KB

  Although there are many accommodation options available, moving into a home of your own has to be planned well in advance.

• Home Help - 189.1 KB

  Getting help around with household tasks - whether it be with housework, meals, personal care, cleaning, shopping or cooking - makes a big difference to you being able to live independently. NSW Home and Community Care can help

• Advocacy Services - 163.5 KB

  Advocacy services help you understand your rights and speak out on your behalf to make sure your rights are met. There are free advocacy services across NSW.

Physical Health and Wellbeing

• Healthy Body - Healthy Mind - 227.2 KB

  Cerebral palsy should not stop you from living life to the full. From nutrition to fitness, there are a few simple steps to a healthy body and healthy mind.

• Technology - 149.3 KB

  There are many forms of technology that can assist you to be more independent. There are 'assistive technology' suppliers across NSW.

• Equipment and Technology Funding - 123.5 KB

  If you need a new piece of equipment or technology you may be able to access government or charitable funding to help with the cost

• Travel: Getting Out and About On Public Transport - 187.4 KB

  If you are lucky enough to live in an area where there is accessible public transport, then there are some tips and tricks for getting about

• Learning to Drive - 227.2 KB

  Getting your driver's licence is not always easy (or sometimes possible) if you have a disability. There are some specialist driving schools to help you learn to drive and companies that can modify your car if needed.

• Travel: Additional Assistance - 132.6 KB

  Getting from A to B is easier with extra assistance from the government, such as special parking, a mobility allowance and community transport.

Recreation and Leisure

• Leisure and Recreation - 220.1 KB

  Participating in leisure and recreational activities is an important way for you to develop and maintain your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing - and have fun. There is something for everyone.

• Respite - 137.6 KB

  Respite is planned time away from your family - it could be for a few hours or overnight. It's also a great chance for you to try new experiences and make new friends.

Relationships

• Friends - 231.1 KB

  Keep in touch with school friends and make new friends with these ideas and tips ffrom other teenagers.