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october
06oct10:30 am11:30 amThe Birds & the Bees: Sexuality & Relationships10:30 am - 11:30 am
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The topic of sex can be uncomfortable to discuss with your teen or adult. This workshop provides parents and caregivers with tools to openly discuss the various topics surrounding sexuality
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The topic of sex can be uncomfortable to discuss with your teen or adult. This workshop provides parents and caregivers with tools to openly discuss the various topics surrounding sexuality and autism. Parents and caregivers will learn how to teach safety, strategies to prevent and modify inappropriate sexual behavior, and teach boundaries across settings.
Presented by: Silvia Gil, M.S.E.d., UM-NSU CARD
Free and open to the Community | Presented via Zoom
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Organizer
Samantha Sehter
15oct7:00 pm8:00 pmBeing the Best Advocate For You and Your Family7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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This dynamic workshop covers important topics such as knowing what rights protect you and your loved one with a disability, understanding The Mental Health Parity Act, and learning effective strategies
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This dynamic workshop covers important topics such as knowing what rights protect you and your loved one with a disability, understanding The Mental Health Parity Act, and learning effective strategies to document your child’s system involvement. Participants will learn to recognize your role in reducing stigma and create the story that works for you! This workshop will help families who have a loved one with a developmental disability and mental health challenges.
Presented by: Lisa Math, B.S., CRPS-F Co-Director, Family S.T.A.R. (Support, Training, Assistance, Resources) & United Families for Children’s Mental Health Network Programs Family Network on Disabilities
Free and open to the Community | Presented via Zoom
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Organizer
Samantha Sehter
28oct10:30 am11:30 pmUnderstanding Your Guardianship Options10:30 am - 11:30 pm
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This training will help you understand guardianship options and alternatives, as well as how to plan for the future. You may think you planned appropriately by signing documents
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This training will help you understand guardianship options and alternatives, as well as how to plan for the future. You may think you planned appropriately by signing documents like a Durable Power of Attorney or Designation of a Healthcare Surrogate, but sometimes the documents are insufficient. Find out what option and steps to take are best for your family.
Presented by: Michelle R. Kenney, Attorney, Gaps Legal PLLC
Free and open to the Community | Presented via Zoom
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 am - 11:30 pm
Organizer
Samantha Sehter
november
10nov10:30 am11:30 amThe Alphabet Soup of Social Security10:30 am - 11:30 am
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Discussion of the different Social Security benefits that are available for people with disabilities, such as Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), how to qualify for benefits,
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Discussion of the different Social Security benefits that are available for people with disabilities, such as Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), how to qualify for benefits, the application, interview and appeals process and what the requirements are in order to continue collecting benefits.
Presented by: Richard Friedkin, Friedkin Associates
Free and open to the Community | Presented via Zoom
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Organizer
Samantha Sehter
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Learn the difference between supported and competitive employment for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Learn about the Best Buddies Jobs program and how to navigate the Vocational Rehabilitation process
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Learn the difference between supported and competitive employment for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Learn about the Best Buddies Jobs program and how to navigate the Vocational Rehabilitation process related to employment services.
Presented by: Representative from Best Buddies Jobs Program
Free and open to the Community | Presented via Zoom
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Organizer
Samantha Sehter
