WHAT: On Saturday, October 21, more than 50 community organizations and agencies throughout San Mateo County will gather to provide information and resources to assist over 300 youth and young adults with disabilities, many of whom are transitioning to independence, and provide support for their families.

“Stepping Up for Independence!” will provide information booths, workshops, and panel discussions focused on giving youth and adults with disabilities resources to take control of their  future and live full, productive, and independent  lives. Discussion topics include employment, housing, assistive technology, healthcare, service dog information, and more.

The event is free and open to the public. Free T-Shirts and pizza to the first 300 attendees! For more details, visit www.transitionfair.org or contact the Commission on Disabilities at 650-573-2480 or cmcculloh@smcgov.org. 

WHEN: Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 11:00am to 3:00pm

WHERE: Sequoia High School, 1201 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94062

CONTACT: Diana Rohini LaVigne, HS_press@smcgov.org, (650) 867-1661