The transition from child and youth services to adult services is a critical time in the lives of the young people served by community and State agencies. The discussions and planning that occur during the transition will influence the success or failure of young people as they move into adulthood. Transition planning serves to connect the youth's education and service experiences with anticipated adult services and supports.
Parents and guardians of youth who are 16 years old and have intellectual and developmental needs and who may require assistance transitioning to adulthood should notify OCFS to begin transition planning.
- Early Notification Form for Youth Transitioning to Adulthood (Word)
- Authorization to Release Information (PDF)
EIS Data Entry Manual
Transition planning resources
- OCFS Guide to Transition Services in Maine (PDF)
- Maine DHHS Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) Employment Services
- Maine Parent Federation, Transition Planning – A Guide for Parents of Youth Adults with Disabilities (PDF)
- Disability Rights Maine’s Guide to Supported Decision-Making for People with Disabilities and Their Supporters (PDF)
- Maine Coalition for Housing and Quality Services’ Blueprint for Effective Transition (PDF)
Employment and career opportunities
- Employment Pathway 2020 (PDF)
- Vocational Rehabilitation’s Guide to Employment Services for People with Disabilities (Word)
Behavioral Health Program Coordinators:
- York – Michelle Descoteaux (207) 822-0165
- Cumberland & Sagadahoc Alyssa Morin (207) 822-2377
- York, Cumberland & Sagadahoc for DOC involved youth-Luc Nya (207) 615-1115
- Androscoggin & Franklin – Sandie Worthington (207) 795-4521
- Oxford & Androscoggin, Franklin & Kennebec for DOC involved youth-Richard Meagher (207) 215-7091
- Knox, Waldo, Lincoln for non DOC and DOC; Somerset for DOC involved youth–Jeff Leonard (207) 596-4298
- Kennebec& Somerset – Katherine Perkins (207) 624-5568, Cell 592-1842
- Penobscot, Piscataquis and DOC – Amy Sibley (207) 446-4676
- Washington, Hancock and DOC – Amanda Hodgkins (207) 664-1443
- Millinocket North, Aroostook and DOC) – Randy Browne (207) 532-5030