Turning 18 Checklist
Things to keep in mind as you prepare your student for age of majority
- 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 Turning 18 Checklist