by Suzanne Johnson | Jun 14, 2021 | Transition Network
Four Q&As to help transition students jumpstart the season Summer is finally here! The days are long, the skies are sunny, and transition programs are wrapping up the school year. Pack up the boots and parkas and break out the flipflops and tank tops, because...
by Suzanne Johnson | Jun 1, 2021 | Transition Network
On a typical day, Cooper Thompson’s shifts at work follow a predictable routine. It’s one of the things he likes about his job at Walmart, where he collects carts from the parking lot. Thompson, age 18, is also a student in the transition program in Redmond. He knows...
by Suzanne Johnson | May 26, 2021 | Transition Network
Looking for a job?: Meet Michelle Furman, VR Employment Counselor Michelle Furman is new to the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) team in Central Oregon, but she’s had plenty of experience helping people with disabilities find jobs they enjoy. Before she began...
by Suzanne Johnson | Apr 27, 2021 | Transition Network, Uncategorized
Understanding the Three Parts of Financial Planning What happens to a three-legged stool when one leg is wobbly? Well, you sure can’t rely on that stool to hold you up! A solid platform needs three sturdy legs to function well. Creating a well-constructed financial...
by Suzanne Johnson | Apr 10, 2021 | Transition Network
How to start learning the rules of the road Transition students set a lot of goals for themselves. They work on gaining job skills, figuring out public transportation, maybe even learning to cook! For many students, the list also includes passing the driver permit...
by Suzanne Johnson | Mar 30, 2021 | Transition Network, Uncategorized
Tips on success in the kitchen for teens with disabilities. How do you make a perfect grilled cheese sandwich? Ask Alexis Daniels, because she has it dialed. Alexis, age 17, is a junior at Bend High School, and she plans to continue her education in a...
