Every year, more than 50,000 people with autism transition from adolescence to adulthood. Planning ahead for this transition can help ensure the best possible outcomes for adult life. Read on for personal perspectives, upcoming activities and helpful tools.

Transition to college and beyond: A personal story

Paul Kotler, a nonspeaking autistic adult, shares his personal story of transition to college and independent living. Learn what Paul has to say about transition planning and overcoming challenges to achieve personal goals. Paul is a panelist at the upcoming Autism Speaks Transition Thought Leadership Summit in Washington, DC. Read more

The Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit

The Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit will help guide you on the journey from adolescence to adulthood. This kit will provide suggestions and options for you to consider as you set out to find your or your child's own unique path to adulthood. Deep dive into topics like advocacy, employment, developing independent living skills and many more. Download now

Autism Speaks to host summit on transition to adulthood

Joined by an invited group of researchers, policy experts, family members, and self-advocates, Autism Speaks will host a Thought Leadership Summit on Transition to Adulthood on Oct. 2-3 in Washington, D.C. The two-day meeting will feature facilitated discussions around employment, education, access to needed services including healthcare, transportation and housing for teens and adults with autism. Learn more

Join us to talk transition on Facebook

Our Transition to Adulthood Facebook page is an Autism Speaks community created to support people with autism, parents and caregivers. Join this group to connect with others, share materials and resources, and create a strong network within the autism community. Join now