Article Publication Date:
10/23/2006
Summary:
Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital has designed supports for youth with disabilities and their families as they transition from youth to adulthood. The three stage program creates a \"medical home\" for the youth age 14-21, creating relevant goals, and working with schools and community agencies to meet objectives. Resources included: initial assessment, checklists for the three areas of development (medical, psychosocial, and independent living), a parent checklist, and a bibliography.
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Children and Families
Sources:
Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, Chicago, IL
Programs/Initiatives:
N/A
States:
Keywords:
N/A
Youth in Transition Project; Health Care Transition; Medical Services;
Contact
Kimberly Taylor
Program Evaluator
Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital
Chicago, IL 60608
taykim@sinai.org
Phone:
773-522-2010 x5176
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51056