Canton Transitions Program - St. Lawrence NYSARC

About

St. Lawrence NYSARC'S Transition program empowers young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live full, independent lives.

Services Provided

Employment

• Skill development (e.g., technology, employability skills, pre-employment)
• Career development (e.g., career counseling, job club, mentor)

Independent/Community Living

• Daily living skills (e.g., cooking, cleaning, budgeting)
• Recreation (e.g., parks, sports centers, arts, summer camps)
• Transportation (e.g., public transportation, driving instruction, vehicle modification)

Healthcare

• Health specialists serving youth with disabilities (e.g., developmental pediatrician, occupational therapist, physical therapist, behavioral support)

Family Supports

• Educational resources for families

Education/Training

• Adult education (e.g., reading, math, communication, GED)
• Tutoring
• After-school programs
• School-age programs

Other Services

• Advocacy

Supported Age Ranges

• Early childhood (0-5)
• School age (5-18)
• Young adult (18+)

Counties Served

• ST. LAWRENCE