Preparing for adulthood

Nottinghamshire SEND Local Offer

Children and young people may be looking forward to being more independent as they move towards adulthood. They will need to make bigger or more complex decisions about their lives and future.

This area can help children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND) prepare for adulthood.

Before continuing, find out about the laws relating to the ability of a young person to make their own decisions and 'supported decision making' on the Advocacy, advice and information page

  • Advocacy, advice and information

    Information on advocacy support, including the laws relating to the process of considering mental capacity for young people in Nottinghamshire to make their own decisions, and supported decision-making
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  • Nottinghamshire County Council - Your guide to preparing for adulthood

    A Pdf downloadable document aimed at young people in Nottinghamshire with SEND aged 14 to 25, and their parents and carers. Including information on what support they can expect as they move into adulthood
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  • Routes into work

    Find information, advice and guidance on different routes into work for young people with SEND in Nottinghamshire, including what your rights are and organisations or services who can assist you with finding employment
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  • Post 16, further and higher education

    Information on the options available at the end of year 11 (usually when you are aged 16 years), including signposting to services who can help if you are a young person with SEND in Nottinghamshire
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  • Money and personal budgets

    Information on money matters, including welfare and carer benefits, your rights and personal budgets for SEND families in Nottinghamshire
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  • Housing and support

    Information, advice and guidance of support for young people in Nottinghamshire about housing options, including living as independently as possible and links to services
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  • Other opportunities in the community

    Find information on opportunities for young people with disabilities in Nottinghamshire to participate in the community, including leisure or social activities and volunteering
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  • Preparing for adulthood support

    Information about support for young people with SEND in Nottinghamshire who are preparing to move to adulthood, including moving to adult services
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