Join us for a presentation by Stacy M. Sadove, Esq., on advance directives. Advance directives are legal instruments that can provide protection regarding healthcare, finance and other decisions for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Advance directives offer a less restrictive form of decision-making protection compared to guardianship. Stacy is a founding Partner of Fitzgerald […]
Applying for Guardianship: Requirements and Process This workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making, Guardianship, and other Alternatives workshop, and have determined that guardianship is the most appropriate alternative. We will review the process of putting together a petition for guardianship and the documentation requirements. Zoom Registration: Click […]
Join us for FUN IDEAS and strategies to get you through the summer. We will cover summer activities, regression, maintaining skills during the summer and preparation for Back to School. In this session you will learn big principles and little practices that you can try with your child to aid with LITERACY, ART, MATH, communication […]
An inclusive book club for adults of ALL READING LEVELS. Read anything you like and join us each month for a fun discussion about all things books and disability literature. Click Here for Zoom Registration
Aprenda de los Aprenda de los expertos en Español Temas a tratar: Salud familiar, Educacion Especial, Comunicacion con el personal del colegio, Comunicacion con medicos, como conseguir ayuda para sus hijos. Click Here for Flyer and Registration
As our children mature into adulthood, it is important for us to give them opportunities to soar and have agency over their lives. How do we move from being our adult child's advocate to their coach? Please attend this workshop to learn strategies in letting go. Zoom Registration Link: Click Here
This presentation will provide parents of children with autism an overview of genetic testing options, what results can reveal, and how genetic counseling can support understanding and decision-making. Parents will learn practical guidance on navigating testing, interpreting findings, and accessing resources to support their child’s care and family planning. Zoom Registration: Click Here
In this workshop we will present instruments and methods used to support loved ones with disabilities in making choices as they approach the age of adulthood. Supported Decision-Making (SDM), Guardianship, and other Alternatives Many parents and caregivers have questions about how best their loved one with intellectual and developmental disabilities may be supported in making […]
The transition from preschool to kindergarten can be a time of excitement but it can also be a source of anxiety. Transitions are made easier when families and providers understand the process. This workshop will help participants to understand the transition process, to be an active member of the transition team, to understand the difference […]
The purpose of this training is to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. Concepts and resources that enhance involvement in student pre-meeting preparation, during the meeting participation and post-meeting activities, will be shared. Zoom Registration: Click Here