ADHD IEP Transition Planning in Rhode Island
How Rhode Island families navigate the IEP transition process for teenagers with ADHD — from age 14 planning through adult services and accommodations.
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Autism School Transition Rhode Island
Navigating the IEP-to-adulthood transition for autistic students in Rhode Island — BHDDH eligibility, employment supports, and the consent decree.
Best Transition Planning Tool for Rhode Island Families Managing Multiple Agencies
Find the best tool for coordinating IEP transition planning across RIDE, ORS, BHDDH, and DHS in Rhode Island — comparing free resources, paid guides, and professional services.
DiMario IEP Consent Act Rhode Island
What the 2024 DiMario IEP Consent Act means for Rhode Island parents — written consent, 3-day document rule, and the July 2026 effective date.
How to File for Guardianship in Rhode Island for a Disabled Adult
Step-by-step process for filing a guardianship petition in Rhode Island probate court for a young adult with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
K.L. v. Rhode Island Board of Education: Why FAPE Extends to Age 22
The K.L. ruling gave Rhode Island students with disabilities the right to special education through age 22. Here's what the decision means for your child's exit plan.
Rhode Island 63-Day Evaluation Rule for IEP Eligibility
Rhode Island's DiMario Act replaced the federal 60-day evaluation timeline with a strict 63-calendar-day rule. Here's how it works and what parents need to know.
How to Apply for BHDDH Rhode Island
Step-by-step guide to the BHDDH eligibility application in Rhode Island — the 'eligibility by 17' policy, clinical criteria, SIS-A assessment, and adult service models.
Rhode Island Consent Decree and Integrated Employment for People with Disabilities
Rhode Island's federal consent decree reshaped how adults with disabilities access employment. Here's what it means for families navigating the IEP transition.
Rhode Island Diploma vs Certificate Special Education
Should your child accept a regular diploma or a certificate of completion? How each option affects FAPE eligibility in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island Due Process Special Education
IEP dispute options in Rhode Island — written complaints to RIDE, mediation, and due process hearings for special education disagreements.
Rhode Island Measurable Postsecondary Goals IEP
How to write compliant measurable postsecondary goals for a Rhode Island transition IEP — education, employment, and independent living domains.
Rhode Island IEP Transition Planning Timeline
When does transition planning start in Rhode Island? Learn the age 14 trigger, K.L. ruling, 22nd birthday cliff, and every milestone in between.
Rhode Island IEP Transition Template and Binder: What to Organize
Build a Rhode Island IEP transition binder with the right templates, forms, and documents to keep every deadline on track from age 14 to 22.
Rhode Island Katie Beckett to Adult Medicaid Transition
Katie Beckett Medicaid ends at 19 in Rhode Island. Here's how to transition to adult Medicaid LTSS without a gap in coverage.
Rhode Island Person Centered Planning Disability
How person-centered planning shapes adult services in Rhode Island — choosing between agency-managed and self-directed models, and the consent decree employment mandate.
Rhode Island Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities
How Rhode Island students with disabilities transition from IEP services to college accommodations, including CCRI disability services and Section 504 rights.
Rhode Island Pre-Employment Transition Services
How to access Pre-ETS through Rhode Island ORS — the five service categories, age eligibility, and why you don't need a VR application.
Rhode Island Special Needs Trust: How It Works for Transition-Age Adults
A Rhode Island special needs trust protects assets without jeopardizing SSI or Medicaid. Here's how it works alongside ABLE accounts during the IEP transition.
Rhode Island SSI at 18 and ABLE Account Guide
How SSI eligibility changes at age 18 in Rhode Island, the 2026 asset limits, and how an ABLE account protects benefits while building savings.
Rhode Island SSI Age 18 Redetermination: What Changes and How to Prepare
At 18, SSA reevaluates your child's SSI under adult rules. Here's how the redetermination works in Rhode Island and what families need to know.
Supported Decision Making vs Guardianship Rhode Island
Compare Rhode Island's supported decision-making agreements with limited guardianship — who qualifies, how each works, and which protects more rights.
Rhode Island Transfer of Rights at 18: What Happens to Your IEP Authority
When your child turns 18 in Rhode Island, all IEP decision-making rights transfer to them. Here's what that means and how to prepare.
Rhode Island Transition Coordinator: Role in Special Education Planning
What a transition coordinator does in Rhode Island special education, how they bridge the school and adult agencies, and what to expect from their involvement.
School Not Following IEP in Rhode Island: What Parents Can Do
If your Rhode Island school district isn't implementing the IEP properly, here are the steps to enforce compliance — from documentation to due process.
Social Security Fairness Act in Rhode Island: How the WEP and GPO Repeal Affects Families
The Social Security Fairness Act repealed the WEP and GPO. Here's what Rhode Island families with public-sector pensions need to know about restored benefits.
Transition Planning Guide vs Special Education Advocate in Rhode Island
Compare using a structured transition planning guide with hiring a paid special education advocate in Rhode Island — costs, what each covers, and which families benefit most from each approach.
Alternatives to Hiring a Special Education Attorney for Rhode Island Transition Planning
Special education attorneys charge $250-$400/hour. Here are the alternatives Rhode Island families use for transition planning — and when a lawyer is actually worth it.
Best IEP Transition Resource for Rhode Island Families Coordinating BHDDH and Medicaid
If your child is 16-19 and you're managing BHDDH eligibility, Medicaid LTSS, and IEP transition simultaneously, here's what actually helps.
DIY Transition Binder vs Structured Guide for Rhode Island IEP Families
Should you build your own transition binder from free resources or use a structured guide? An honest comparison for Rhode Island special education families.
How to Prepare for Rhode Island Transfer of Rights at 18 Without a Lawyer
Your child's 18th birthday transfers IEP authority. Here's how to prepare the legal documents — SDM, POA, or guardianship — without hiring an attorney.