 
At Spectrum Care, we recognise that finishing school is a significant milestone for young people and their
families. For this reason, Spectrum Care’s Transition Services has a person-centred focus that is based on the
individual person, their aspirations and lifetime goals.
We work together with the student, their family and support networks, and the school to ensure that we
provide the best possible transition experience for each person.
Each student is provided with an Individual Transition Plan which provides them with post-school options and
empowers them to make their own choices.
The aim of Transition Services is to facilitate the uninterrupted movement of a student into the post-school
option of their choice that provides increased participation in employment and/or their community.
what can we do for you?
Employment/Work experience
- Assistance with the development of work skills and identifying strengths, goals and interests
- Provide support for individual employment opportunities
Community participation
- Volunteer work in the community
- Access to a variety of sporting, cultural and recreational activities in the community
- Support to access other community services and options
Housing
- Support to access housing opportunities based on individual needs and aspirations
Advocacy and networking
- Support to ensure that all of your individual needs are met during transition
The above list is an example of areas in which we offer support. We are happy to provide support in other
areas as necessary.
who can access transition services?
Transition Services are available to students who are identified as having ‘high needs’ or
‘very high needs’ funding through the
Ministry Of Education’s Ongoing Reviewable Resourcing Scheme (ORRS).
Access to Transition Services is via a referral from the student’s school, providing that the student is in
their final year.
It should be noted that students with ‘very high needs’ ORRS funding will receive funding for a post-school
service only once they have reached 21 years of age.
how do I find out more?
For more information on Spectrum Care’s Transition Services, contact the Manager – Transition Services
on 09 634 3790.
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