Highschool Transition Support
Supporting Successful Transitions From School to Adult Life
Embry Care Connect is a free, transition‑focused platform designed to support high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their families, and school teams as they prepare for life after graduation.
We help simplify the high school transition process by providing step‑by‑step guidance, trusted community resources, and family‑centered tools—all in one place.
Embry Care Connect is designed for:
- High school students with IDD (ages 14–22)
- Parents, guardians, and caregivers
- Transition coordinators and special education teams
- Service providers supporting post‑school outcomes
Transition planning is a critical part of the IEP process and is required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Despite this, many families and educators face challenges such as:
- Limited access to transition‑specific resources
- Unclear timelines and responsibilities
- Difficulty connecting students to adult services
- Gaps between school services and community supports
Embry Care Connect bridges those gaps by offering structured, easy‑to‑follow guidance that supports both compliance and meaningful outcomes.
Embry Care Connect is a digital transition support platform that guides students and families through the high school‑to‑adulthood journey.
The platform focuses on:
- Early and ongoing transition planning
- Post‑secondary education and training
- Employment readiness and vocational supports
- Independent and supported living options
- Community participation and self‑advocacy
Embry Care Connect aligns with federally required transition domains, including:
- Education & Training
- Employment & Career Readiness
- Independent or Supported Living
- Community Participation
- Self‑Advocacy & Life Skills
Each area is broken down into practical, actionable steps tailored to students with IDD.
Key Features of our High School Transition Program
Interactive Step‑by‑Step Transition Guidance
Families and educators are guided through each phase of transition planning with clear next steps aligned to IEP transition requirements.
Education Guides, Checklists & Planning Tools
Our tools help users understand:- Transition components of the IEP
- Age‑appropriate transition assessments
- Graduation and exit planning
- Adult service eligibility and timelines
Vetted Community & Professional Resources
Users can access trusted resources related to:
- Vocational rehabilitation
- Employment and job coaching
- Postsecondary education and training
- Independent and supported living
- Benefits planning and adult services
Parent & Family Resource Center
Families are empowered with:
- Easy‑to‑understand transition education
- Advocacy tools and planning checklists
- Ongoing support beyond high school