Transition Program
The Carmel Transition Program is designed for young adults who have completed four years of high school and the 40 required units to earn their alternative diploma or received the Certificate of Completion.
Through this program, participants focus on learning and practicing the essential skills needed to live more independently, communicate effectively, and engage with their community to the fullest extent possible.
Young adults will enhance their life skills by participating in diverse opportunities, including cooking, art, music, wellness, and philanthropy, while also receiving individualized paid or volunteer employment training tailored to their specific needs. Our program strives to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities and to provide our students with the tools they need to lead successful, independent lives within our community.
Contact Us
Cara Westerman
Transition Coordinator
Kristi Smith
CHS Special Service Coordinator
Lin Pugh
Job Coach
Resources
- Arc of Indiana
- College Programs
- Indiana Transition Resource Center
- Medicaid Waiver Information
- SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
- Vocational Rehabilitation
Arc of Indiana
College Programs
Indiana Transition Resource Center
Medicaid Waiver Information
SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
Vocational Rehabilitation
Senior Year Before CTP
- September to October: Seniors will apply for in-house and community jobs
- November: Seniors will explore different programs to learn about future opportunities.
- January: Parent information night via Zoom
- February: Parent in-person tour of the Carmel Transition Program
- March to May: Seniors attend prospective program orientation
- April to May: Virtual transition conferences are scheduled to make any needed changes to provisions and goals.
- July to August: Carmel Transition Program teachers hold virtual welcome meetings.
CTP Program in Action!
|
|
Community Partnerships/Real-World Experience
Our students engage in both paid employment and volunteer opportunities tailored to their individual needs, strengths, and goals. They are dedicated workers eager to assist your business with a wide variety of tasks.
To ensure success, every worker placed with your business is paired with a dedicated job coach who provides hands-on support with task mastery and quality assurance. Our goal is to equip students with practical training, valuable experience, and the resources they need to thrive as independent adults in the community.
Working in the community provides our participants with:
-
Job exploration and hands-on skill development
-
Practical experience following directions and collaborating with team members
-
Insight into meeting the high standards of top employers
-
Guidance to help them make realistic, informed career choices
-
A strong work ethic and an understanding of the rewards of working
Our Sponsors & Community Supporters
We are incredibly grateful to the local businesses and organizations that partner with us to create these meaningful opportunities:
-
Goodwill
-
One Mind
-
Roots
-
Woodland Terrace
-
Carmel Dads Club
-
Rose Senior Living
-
The Stratford
-
Methodist
-
Home2 Suites
-
Petco
-
We Rock the Spectrum
-
Pawz Pets Cafe
-
Cool Creek
Our Team
Kristi Smith
Coordinator
Cara Westerman
Coordinator
Whitley Casper
Teacher
Anthony Hansel
Teacher
Robert Irizarry
Teacher
Erika Weber
Teacher
Erin Wolpert
Teacher
Laura Koss
Food Service
Nicole Ludwig
Job Coach
Lin Pugh
Job Coach
Shani Tonning
Job Coach