Family education & navigation

Planning for Every Stage

Preparing today can make tomorrow easier.

Planning for adulthood and the future can raise important questions for individuals with disabilities and their families. Every Stage Forward Foundation is developing educational resources to help families better understand available planning options, prepare for important life transitions, and know where to seek qualified professional assistance.

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What families can learn about

Supported Decision-Making

General education about approaches that can help adults with disabilities participate as fully as possible in decisions about their own lives.

Guardianship & Alternatives

Educational information about guardianship and less restrictive alternatives that individuals and families may wish to explore with qualified professionals.

Special Needs Trusts & Financial Planning

Introductory education about special needs trusts and other planning concepts families may encounter when considering long-term financial support for a loved one with a disability.

Powers of Attorney & Advance Planning

General information to help individuals and families understand documents and planning conversations that may become important when preparing for adulthood and the future.

Transition to Adulthood

Resources to help individuals and families think about postsecondary education, employment, independent living, community participation, self-advocacy, benefits, and future support needs.

Future-Care Planning

Educational resources that encourage families to think ahead about changing support needs, important records, family roles, community resources, and continuity of support throughout adulthood and aging.

Resources are coming

Every Stage Forward Foundation is developing educational articles, resource guides, workshops, community presentations, and professional partnerships to make long-term planning information easier for individuals and families to understand and access.

New resources will be added as they become available.

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Important disclaimer

Every Stage Forward Foundation provides general educational information, resources, and connections. The Foundation does not provide individualized legal, tax, financial, medical, or clinical advice. Individuals and families should consult appropriately qualified professionals regarding their individual circumstances.