EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 9 MIN
Episode 2: Goodbye School, Hello Unknowns: Intro to Transition Planning 101
from Life Without a Filter: A Parent’s Guide to Disability Transition, Self-Directed Adult Services & Life After Special Education · host Cheryl Farley
✨ Goodbye School, Hello Unknowns ✨ When the school “bubble” pops, it can feel overwhelming. Services, waitlists, adult systems—it’s a lot.In Episode 2 of Life Without a Filter, I’m breaking down Transition Planning 101: ✅ What transition planning really means ✅ When it starts (and why it’s different by state) ✅ The 3 pillars every parent & teacher should know ✅ Checklists that make the process less scaryIf you’re a parent or teacher wondering what’s next after public school—this episode is for you. 💙Resources from today's episode✅ The Turning 18 Checklist from Autism Housing Pathways: https://autismhousingpathways.org/turning-18-checklist/✅ The Arc of Massachusetts Transition from School to Adult Timeline: https://thearcofmass.org/resource-search/transition-from-school-to-adult-life-time-lines/✅ The Federation for Children with Special Needs Transition Resources: https://fcsn.org/resources/parents-families/transition/Rather watch the video version? Check out this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/BgBtN0hnZGk Don't want to miss an episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and comment!Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/life_without_a_filter_2025/For more information on the resources we share, visit our website: https://lifewithoutafiltercf.com/As a Disclaimer, I am NOT a lawyer, a medical doctor, or a licensed psychologist. I am writing this blog as a mom sharing her journey and opinions. My views are my own and should not be construed as any direct medical or legal advice. (I hate having to write a disclaimer, but this is the world we live in!)
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✨ Goodbye School, Hello Unknowns ✨ When the school “bubble” pops, it can feel overwhelming. Services, waitlists, adult systems—it’s a lot. In Episode 2 of Life Without a Filter, I’m breaking down Transition Planning 101: ✅ What transition planning really means ✅ When it starts (and why it’s different by state) ✅ The 3 pillars every parent & teacher should know ✅ Checklists that make the process less scary If you’re a parent or teacher wondering what’s next after public school—th...
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