Thursday, July 31, 2025

Family Connection SC

 

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Upcoming Trainings from Family Connection

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Back to School: Building Strong Connections. Thursday, July 31. 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Kick off the school year with strategies that foster strong, positive communication between you and your child's school. Register!

Journey Toolkit: The Power of Organization. Thursday, August 7. 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Learn strategies to organize medical and school records so you can communicate clearly and advocate confidently. This hands-on workshop will help you build a “journey book” to keep everything in one place. Register!

Understanding the IEP. Wednesday, September 17. 8:30 - 9:30 AM

This workshop will walk you through the special education process, break down key terms, explain what is in an IEP, and help you feel confident and prepared as a key member of your child’s team. Register!

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SC Medicaid Waivers: A Guide for Parents. Monday, August 11. 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Join our healthcare team as they discuss waivers available in SC, who they are intended for, and how to get started! Register!

Let's Talk TEFRA. September 9. 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Join Family Connection’s health care team for a conversation about TEFRA Medicaid. Register!

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WAZE to Adulthood: Parent & Professional Training:
Pathway to Success: Independent Living
Thursday, August 21. 12:00 - 1:00 PM

When it comes to planning for life after high school, it is important to think about working, learning, and living in our communities. These topics play a part in the various paths a person may choose to take in pursuing their independent living goals. Register!

WAZE to Adulthood - Youth Training:
Your Pathway to Success: Independent Living
Thursday, August 21. 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Join us for a live Zoom webinar as we discuss various independent living skills that will benefit you as you prepare for adulthood. Register!

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Parenting with Purpose: A Positive Parenting Series

Session 1: Parenting for Children with a Disability 
Wednesday, August 20. 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Discover the seven key principles of positive parenting for children with disabilities. Learn how to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging home environment that supports learning and development. Register!

Session 2: Helping Your Child Reach Their Potential
Wednesday, August 27. 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Get six powerful tips to become your child’s most effective teacher at home. Support school success and daily life skills with simple, positive strategies. Register!

Session 3: Changing Problem Behavior into Positive Behavior
Wednesday, September 3. 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Learn how to turn chaos into calm with six step-by-step tools to manage challenging behavior and build better routines. Register!

Support Parent Training 
Saturday, September 27. 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

This training equips you with the skills to provide other parents with emotional support and helpful resources. Register!

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More News from Family Connection:

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Don't Miss these Opportunities to Experience our LOOK! Photography Exhibit: 

Visit the 2025! photos at the food court hallway at Columbiana Centre

View our online gallery featuring all 2025 photos and stories.

Purchase a LOOK! Book to have a copy of the collection forever! Your donation will help support LOOK! and the work of Family Connection!

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Pack the Park for a Great Night of Baseball!

Columbia Firefliles is offering a great night of baseball in support of the disability community, and Family Connection will be there for all the fun! .

Five dollars from every ticket sold for the August 26th game, through the link below, will go to Family Connection. Enjoy a fun-filled evening and contribute to the betterment of the disability community! Gates will open at 6:00pm and the game will start at 7:05pm as the Columbia Fireflies take on the Hickory Crawdads. Buy Tickets!

Segra Park is Cashless and has a clear bag policy. Please contact Matt Chernesky at (803) 888-3015 with questions or if you need ADA seating.

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Save the Date:

Buddy Walk 2025 will be held on Sunday, November 2 at Saluda Shoals Park Athletic Fields. Watch your inbox and our social channels for the opening of registration! Contact Jacki Garbinsky for sponsorship opportunities!

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