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Adulthood

Explore independence, find your path, gain skills, and embark on your own amazing journey into adulthood

Taking your first steps

Navigating the path to adulthood can be exciting, challenging and full of new possibilities.

As a young person with SEND, this journey is unique, and having the right support and information can make all the difference to you.

So this section of the Hub is dedicated to helping you explore the key areas of adulthood.

From developing key life skills like travelling and cooking, to finding employment, building strong relationships and taking charge of your health, we’ve brought together lots of valuable real-life insights and practical advice, to support you every step of the way.

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Life skills

Learn to travel, cook, manage your home and more, building confidence as you go.

Education

Navigate difficult moments at school, explore new opportunities to learn, and grow in knowledge.

Safety

Discover more about personal safety tips, online risks, and navigate your life more securely.

Health & Wellbeing

Discover resources for health living, emotional support and self-care strategies

Employment & Money

Learn about employment opportunities and how to budget and manage your money.

Social & Community

Explore ways to build friendships, engage with your community and enjoy a healthy social life.

Where to start?

The best place to start your adventure into adulthood is right were you are!

There’s no single ‘right’ way to do this – it’s all about figuring out what matters to you right now.

Maybe you want to get better at travelling, explore tips for school, or just find out ways to meet new people. 

Take a breath, pick one thing that feels exciting or important, and just jump in!