Turning 18 is a Big Deal!
Turning 18 is a Big Deal!Turning 18 is a big milestone in your life. When you turn 18, you become a legal adult. Now you can make your own decisions about the many parts of your life.You can determine where you live, where you work, what kind of job you do, what you do for fun, who you spend time with, who supports you, and what services you use.
You may:
> Register to vote and participate in elections. Are you registered? Do you know how to vote?
> Sign legal documents, contracts, leases, or agreements. Are you fully aware of what you are signing?
> Manage your own money and handle your bank accounts. Do you know how to budget?
> Choose which services and supports you want to use. Are you aware of all the options?
> Make your own decisions about your health care. Do you know where to find help with healthy food options, exercise and other aspects of well being?
> Decide where you want to live. Do you want your own place or feel better in a supported environment?
> Give permission for others to access your personal information. Do you know how to keep that info safe from ID theft and scams?
> Make decisions about your education. Do you need job training, more schooling? What do you want?
If you want help with any of these questions call 208-883-0523.