Upcoming Family Connection Trainings
An Introduction to SC Home & Community Based Waivers
Join us for this Waiver Wednesday to learn what Home and Community Based Waivers are, who they are for, and managed by, the services that they may cover, wait lists, and the process for obtaining and keeping a waiver/services.
DATE: Wednesday, October 26, 2022, from 1-2 pm
REGISTRATION (Zoom link will be provided)
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Parent Leadership and Advocacy Training Opportunity
SC parents/caregivers of middle or high school students (age 13-21) with a disability: We would love to have you participate in a free advocacy training and focus group.
Parent Leadership and Advocacy Training Dates
November 14-15 10am-2pm
May 15-16 10am-2pm
Parent trainings will be held in Columbia.
Complete this survey by November 10 to register.
We will let you know which training you are selected to attend!
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Support Parent Training
An interactive workshop that provides four hours of evidence-based training to give parents of a child with special health care needs the skills to be able to support another parent effectively. The goal of the Support Parent Program is to educate, inspire and empower parents and their children to live rich, fulfilling lives in spite of many challenges. As a representative of Family Connection, a Support Parent provides emotional support and information to families of individuals with disabilities or other special needs. Complete the training to receive a certificate and additional opportunities for skill development and volunteer hours during a one-year commitment.
DATE: Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 9 am-1 pm
REGISTRATION (Zoom link will be provided)
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Get one last LOOK!
Don’t miss the opportunity to view the encore presentation of our LOOK! 2021 Exhibit at the Belk Court at Columbiana Centre. The exhibit will close on October 31st. Thank you Columbiana Centre, for your partnership and for helping your visitors learn more about the extraordinary lives of the children and families we serve!
We are currently seeking venue partners to host the LOOK! 2022 collection. Contact us to learn more!
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Buddy Walk 2022!
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month--register for Buddy Walk now, then join us on November 6th as we celebrate our Buddy Walk teams!
- Saluda Shoals Park Athletic Fields
- Sunday, November 6th
- Vendors and Tailgaters Arrive: 11:00 a.m.
- Family Fun Activities: 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
- Walk around the Fields: 2:00 p.m.
- Closing Ceremony and Awards: 2:30 p.m.
Watch our Ambassador Family video!
Vendor and Sponsorship opportunities still available.
Meet Dade Brady, our 2022 Ambassador child at Buddy Walk
on November 6th!
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Mark Your Calendars
Hopes & Dreams 2023
April 5th R2i2 Conference Center!
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