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Preparing for Adulthood - a parent's guide

Information, advice and guidance around further education, employment, independent living, community participation and good health.

Preparing for adulthood

Empowering young people with SEND on the journey to adulthood.

Preparation for adulthood - friends, relationships and community

Friends and relationships are an essential part to a young person’s quality of life.

Preparation for adulthood - health

Advice on staying healthy as you grow into an adult.

Preparation for adulthood - education and employment

Education, training and employment opportunities for young people with SEND.

Preparation for adulthood - independent living

Support and advice for improving and maintaining independence for young people with SEND.

Preparing for adulthood - outcomes

A range of Preparation for Adulthood outcomes that children can achieve, starting from their earliest years through to adulthood.

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