Youth Visions of Community Conference
Unlocking Your Toolkit for Adult Life
For youth and young adults ages 14–26, families, and the professionals who support them
Growing up means making choices about your future. Where will you work? Will you go to school or training? Where will you live? How will you build friendships and stay healthy?
You do not have to figure this out alone. Come with questions (or not) – leave with resources and ideas.
Join us for a, friendly, and supportive conference designed to help young people and families plan for adulthood with confidence.
Space is limited for this half-day, in-person event on Saturday, March 21st from 9:30am – 2:00pm a the Schrafft’s Center in Charlestown, MA. Registration is required.
Register is now closed. Join our waitlist.
What Is This Conference About?
This event is about helping young people with disabilities build the life they want — a life they choose that includes purpose and connection.
We will talk about:
- Employment and daily living
- Housing and community living
- Self-advocacy and engagement
Everyone’s path looks different. This is a day to think about your path to adulthood. We’ll have speakers and resources to help you explore your options and plan your next steps.
Two Spaces for Interactive Learning
We will have two groups in different interactive sessions at the same time: youth and young adults in one area & parents, families, and professionals in a different one.
For Youth and Young Adults (14–26)
This space is for YOU.
You will:
- Think about your strengths, interests, and goals
- Learn ways to build confidence and self-advocacy skills
- Learn about housing, employment, and education options
- Connect with other young people
- Work with FCSN Youth Advisory Board members and staff
This is an interactive space where your voice is valued.
For Families and Professionals
Parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals will:
- Learn how you can support your young person – from young adults with disabilities
- Hear from an expert on housing in Massachusetts
- Explore ways to support self-advocacy
- Connect with helpful resources and community partners
You will leave with practical tools and clear next steps.
What Does it Cost to Attend?
$25 for young adult who is their own legal guardian
OR
$25 for caregiver – youth attends free with paid and registered caregiver
Cost covers:
- Speakers and activities from 9:30am-2:00pm
- Breakfast pastry
- Light lunch (burrito, dessert, and water/juice)
FCSN does not want cost to be a barrier. Scholarships are available. Please email transition@FCSN.org if you would like to be considered for a scholarship.
Why Attend?
- Build a toolkit of resources to help you with building the skills you want and need
- Find people and places that can help you on your path to adult life
- Get helpful information about transition planning
- Meet others who understand your journey
- Ask questions in a welcoming space
- Feel more confident about the future
Your Future Matters
Every young person deserves a future filled with opportunity and choice. Join us to learn, connect, and take the next step toward adulthood — together.
Registration is required.
Questions?
Email: transition@fcsn.org
Call: (617) 236-7210