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My Life, My Heath Checklist: Ready? (1 of 3)

The Rhode Island Department of Health created a series of health planning tools for individuals and families as they plan their healthcare transition. "Ready," "Get Set" and "Go!" guides are available in English and Spanish. For print copies, contact Deb Golding, adolescent healthcare transition coordinator at the Department of Health, at deb.golding@health.ri.gov. "READY?" is for you as you begin to think about adult life and the challenges that come with growing up. This checklist will help you to begin to develop the skills you will need for your future.

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My Life, My Heath Checklists: Get Set

The Rhode Island Department of Health created a series of health planning tools for individuals and families as they plan their healthcare transition. "Ready," "Get Set" and "Go!" guides are available in English and Spanish. For print copies, contact Deb Golding, adolescent healthcare transition coordinator at the Department of Health, at deb.golding@health.ri.gov. "GET SET" is for young people who have established some independence and are thinking about and planning for their future. The items on the checklist can be used as a guide to thinking creatively about responsibility, growing up and setting goals.

My Life, My Heath Checklists: Go!

The Rhode Island Department of Health created a series of health planning tools for individuals and families as they plan their healthcare transition. "Ready," "Get Set" and "Go!" guides are available in English and Spanish. For print copies, contact Deb Golding, adolescent healthcare transition coordinator at the Department of Health, at deb.golding@health.ri.gov. "GO! "is for young people who have developed many of the skills needed for growing up and are preparing to become independent adults. The items in the checklist focus on the skills that will help you transition into the adult world, specifically related to your health. The skills you require for adult life will depend on your vision and goals for the future.

My Life, My Heath Checklists: Ready?

The Rhode Island Department of Health created a series of health planning tools for individuals and families as they plan their healthcare transition. "Ready," "Get Set" and "Go!" guides are available in English and Spanish. For print copies, contact Deb Golding, adolescent healthcare transition coordinator at the Department of Health, at deb.golding@health.ri.gov. "READY?" is for you as you begin to think about adult life and the challenges that come with growing up. This checklist will help you to begin to develop the skills you will need for your future.

My Life, My Heath Checklists: Ready? Get Set. Go! - Instructions

This publication includes instructions for using the series of checklists ("Ready?" "Get Set," "Go!") the Rhode Island Department of Health designed to help young people and their families develop skills for growing up and getting ready for the future.

Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS), Rhode Island Department of Human Services

The ORS mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to choose, prepare for, obtain, advance in and maintain employment, economic self-sufficiency, independence and integration into society. This site has resources for job-seekers and information about assistive technology and services for the blind and visually impaired.

Oral Health Program

This program of the Rhode Island Department of Health provides information on oral health programs for children in Rhode Island.

Parent Support Network of Rhode Island

The network is a group of parents, family members, transition-age youth and adults with behavioral health lived experience who are committed to supporting and assisting peers and working with statewide and national partners to empower children, youth, families and individuals.

Person Centered Planning: PATH, MAPS, and Circles of Support

The Inclusion Press website has information on two of the most common person-centered planning tools, MAPS and PATH and offers more detailed guidebooks for purchase.

Ready Tool for Transition

The Ready Too from the National Center on Deaf-Blindness helps transition teams identify steps for the transition process to create an action plan and develop goals and objectives for the IEP and transition plans. Tools are available for four age groups.

Resource Guide for Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

This guide provides information for families at different stages of the ASD diagnosis process to assist them in finding help for their children and family support.

Resource Guide for Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Spanish)

This guide provides information for families at different stages of the ASD diagnosis process to assist them in finding help for their children and family support.

Rhode Island APSE

RI APSE is a local chapter of APSE that is focused on integrated employment and career advancement opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights

The Commission on Human Rights enforces Rhode Island anti-discrimination laws in the areas of employment, housing, public accommodations, credit and delivery of services. The website has information on Rhode Island anti-discrimination laws, the Commission’s hearing process, and how to file a complaint.

Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS)

DHS offers information on supports for individuals and families, including heat assistance, SNAP, cash assistance, etc. You can apply online for benefits through HealthSourceRI at healthyrhode.ri.gov.

Rhode Island Governor's Commission on Disabilities

The mission of the Governor’s Commission on Disabilities is to ensure that all people with disabilities are afforded the opportunities to exercise all the rights and responsibilities accorded to citizens of Rhode Island and each person with a disability is able to reach his/her maximum potential in independence, human development, productivity and self-sufficiency.

Rhode Island Governor's Workforce Board

The Governor’s Workforce Board is Rhode Island’s primary policy-making body on workforce development matters. It helps Rhode Islanders find a job and build a career, while helping employers meet their demand for talent.

Rhode Island Medical Home Portal

The RI Medical Home Portal is a resource for professionals and families who care for children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN).

Rhode Island Settlement Agreement and Consent Decree

The State of Rhode Island entered into a Settlement Agreement and Consent Decree with the United States Department of Justice in 2013 and 2014, respectively. The agreements address findings that the State violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by failing to serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in integrated settings, and by placing youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities at serious risk of segregation. Under the terms of these agreements, the State is committed to transform its service system over a 10-year period of time. This site provides resources and updates related to this agreement.

Rhode Island Small Business Development Center

The center provides small business owners in Rhode Island with the services and expertise they need to succeed, including free, expert counseling, relevant training and access to important resources. The lead office is located at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston with multiple outreach locations statewide.