Pemberton Mill Bridge on the Merrimack River North Canal at Lawrence Heritage State Park in downtown Lawrence, Massachusetts MA, USA. The bridge is a steel truss bridge with a pedestrian walkway and a view of the river and city skyline. The image is taken during the day with clear skies and vibrant colors, showcasing the historic architecture and natural beauty of the area.

Lawrence Partnership for Transition to Employment (LPTE) Resource Hub

The Lawrence Partnership for Transition to Employment (LPTE) was launched in 2021. It uses a collaborative, strengths-based, community-driven approach to improve the transition to adult life for local youth with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities (ID/DD).

Welcome to the Lawrence Partnership for Transition to Employment (LPTE) Resource Hub! Here you will find resources for transition age youth* with disabilities in the Lawrence, Massachusetts area! The LPTE Resource Hub provides the most up to date resources to help you prepare for and understand the move from school-based services to adult services!

**Transition age refers to youth with disabilities between the ages of 14-22 who are in the process of or have already moved away from school-based services and need to obtain adult support services including independent living, benefits planning, transportation, and financial management.

Youth Employment Success Stories!

The Youth Employment Success Stories (YESS!) series aims to raise community expectations for employment by helping youth with disabilities, their families, and potential employers envision what is possible. Youth, family members, and employment specialists can learn about helpful resources and strategies for finding jobs that match their strengths and interests. Employers can learn how youth with disabilities bring valuable contributions to their workplaces.

Do you have a student at Lawrence Public Schools?

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Click here for the Lawrence public Schools Transition Planning Resource Center.
It's your one-stop resource for understanding transition planning in Lawrence Public Schools. Here, students and families can learn what transition planning means, how it connects to the Individualized Education Program (IEP), and what supports are available throughout middle and high school.

Turning 18 Checklist

Health care transition (changing to adult PCP’s)
Make sure a chapter 688 referral has been completed (if needed)
Register to vote!
Register for selective service (males)
Apply for Mass ID card
Transportation Resources (including driving)
Set up an ABLE Account
Think about Future Planning; wills, special needs trusts etc.
Apply for Section 8 voucher or other state assistance (if needed)
Apply for SSI (1 month AFTER they turn 18) – If they qualify, will automatically receive MassHealth; can receive Adult Family Care (AFC) or PCM services

Download the full checklist