This conference proceedings report focuses on the theme of "lifelong transitions" in the context of strengthening linkages between the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services and parents and families of special needs students throughout the United States. Section 1 includes the following presentations: "Lifelong Transitions" (Robert R. Davila); "Transitions, Empowerment, and Independence: The National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research's (NIDRR's) Role" (William McLaughlin); "Reauthorization of the Rehabilitation Act as It Relates to Transition" (Nell Carney); "IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) Update" (Judith A. Schrag); "Transitions: A Personal Perspective" (George Covington); "Transition through the Lifespan" (Patricia McGill Smith); "Supported Employment" (Sharman Davis Jamison); "Housing: A Vital Component of the Transition Process" (Martha Ziegler); and "Empowerment and Decision Making through Group Action Planning" (Ann and Rutherford Turnbull). Section 2 offers summaries of issues and strategies identified in each of four groups, which discussed: (1) early and direct involvement of all relevant parties in planning for transitions; (2) availability of transition resources and support services including health, supported living, and working vendorships; (3) self-determination and quality of life; and (4) training consistent with community and labor market demands. These are followed by interpretations of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Section 3 contains profiles of approximately 250 federally funded projects which address: transition in the early years, self-determination, transition in postsecondary programs, transition from school to work, supported employment, and transition services training for related personnel. A conference agenda and participants list are appended. (DB)