TRAININGS

The Individual Education Plan is a powerful tool in meeting the education needs of students. IT can also be a very frustrating process for families when they feel their voices are not being heard. Join us to learn about how to get the most of the IEP – how to organized and prepare, the questions to ask, the different parts of the IEP, what to do if you disagree with the IEP, and much more!

Finishing high school and moving on into the “real world” can be challenging for any young adult. It can be even more challenging for teens and young adults with disabilities and their families. Join us to learn about the steps you can take to make this process easier, less stressful, and more effective for the teens and young adults in your life. Transition planning starts in Jr. High. 

What is self-advocacy, and how do I get started? Individuals with disabilities who want to become better self-advocates and parents of children with disabilities will learn what self-advocacy means, how to identify your specific advocacy needs, and practice developing a personal advocacy plan. Never too young!

As your child approaches the age of 18, what are the options for maintaining an individual’s right to make choices about his/her own life? How does this affect the ability to manage money or make healthcare decisions Join us to learn about what guardianship really means. Representative payee, healthcare power of attorney, and other tools which can be used to avoid guardianship and help individuals with disabilities make he best life choices while respecting and preserving their individual rights.