One way to spend your money wisely is to be a smart shopper. That means shopping around to compare prices to make sure you are getting a good deal. You can also find out if or when an item you want goes on sale for less money.
Think College!
Think College! Is the go to website for educators, student with intellectual disabilities and their families for information about finding a college, identifying programs in your state and paying for college. The site offers synopses of research findings related to postsecondary education for students with intellectual disabilities.
Understanding Your Health
Good health means taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. As you grow into being an adult, you can transition into being more involved in planning for your health and health care.
Networking: Building Connections to Your Future
Discover how teens with disabilities can build valuable networks through community activities, events, and relationships to open doors to future jobs and career opportunities.
Self-Advocacy
Learn what self-advocacy is, why it matters, and how teens and adults with disabilities in Maryland can build confidence, know their rights, and connect with local self-advocacy groups.
Making New Connections
Discover empowering, practical ways for teens with disabilities to build friendships, engage in their community, and boost confidence through volunteering, self-advocacy, creative activities, physical wellness, and mentorship.
Disability Disclosure
Deciding whether to disclose your disability is your choice. You’re in charge of what you share, when you share it, and who you share it with. This guide will help you think through your options, learn about your rights, and prepare for those conversations.
Maryland CASH Program
Maryland CASH (Creating Assets, Savings and Hope) is an organization that offers free classes such as making goals, building credit, using credit cards, getting car loans, protecting your money from scams, and planning to live on your own.
Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD)
The Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD) is charged with coordinating and improving the delivery of services to individuals with disabilities in the state of Maryland.
O*NET
O*NET OnLine is an online tool for career exploration and job analysis! It has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!
National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability (NCWD)
NCWD/Youth is website full of information about employment and youth with disabilities. Their partners are experts in disability, education, employment, and workforce development.
Applying for Jobs
Applying for your first job is a huge step for many teenagers. Not only are first jobs a great way to earn money, but they’ll give you plenty of experience and work skills along the way.
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