This capstone addresses transition planning and the support of occupational therapists in guiding parents of students with a disability. Occupational therapy practitioners contribute to, and participate in developing a transition planning for young adults with a disability for life outside of secondary education. Occupational therapy practitioners reported the need for a greater degree of involvement in transition planning as a member of the transition services team, through therapeutic with young adults with disabilities, and support to parents of a young adult with a disability. The provision of a manual will support the parents of students with a disability as their young adult transitions from secondary education to life. The manual will provide information, activities, and resources on self-determination, self-advocacy, post-secondary education, employment readiness, and independent living.
