When a child turns 18, it can be like it was in the when your child was diagnosed and you started the public benefits process. Your child will typically not be automatically transferred to the adult public health system. Below are a few things to consider. Everything you need to consider is not on the lists and everyone will not need to do everything on the list.
Most of these services and programs are in different places. We have organized the lists so you know who does what.
| To Do | With Who | Resource/Website |
| Guardianship | Your County Superior Court | You can find information, forms and instructions at azcourthelp.org |
| Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, Mental Health Power of Attorney | Arizona Attorney General | Click Here for forms |
| Supported Decision Making | This is an agreement between a person with a disability and the person who will support their decisions. | Click here for Information |
| To Do | With Who | Resource/Website |
| Health Insurance | Your AHCCCS Health Plan, (Mercy Care, United Health Care, Banner etc.) | Your child’s case manager or support coordinator should help. |
| Education | Your child’s public or charter school. (Private schools may not offer IEPs or 504 Plans) | For more information click below Disability Rights Arizona |
| State Financial Support | Department of economic security | For information and applications, click below Health-e-Arizona |
| Social Security Benefits | Social Security Administration | Click here for information and applications |
| Contact us with any questions | info@sowhatnowaz.com | 480 318-4087 |