Preparing for the Transition Cliff: SEND Life After 16

David Carlisle and Ruby Sturt unpack the realities of moving from children’s to adult services for young people with additional needs, from EHCP planning in Year 9 to the shift from DLA to PIP and the legal changes at sixteen. They also explore local offers, adult social care, direct payments, college funding, and supported internships, offering practical strategies for parents navigating a complex system.