Upcoming Virtual Trainings from Family Connection! |
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What to Know As Your Young Adult Turns 18 Tuesday, November 12 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
This virtual session, with guest speaker Amber Lydford from SC
Vocational Rehabilitation Department (SCVRD), will provide information
and support for young adults with disabilities who are approaching
turning 18. In this session, participants will learn about their rights
and resources, including navigating health care services and
transitioning from TEFRA Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), employment
opportunities and more. Attendees will also learn more about what’s
available through SCVRD and how to access services in their communities.
Young adults over 17, parents with children of all ages and
professionals are welcome to attend! Register!
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The Power of Play Wednesday, November 13 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
In this virtual session, we will discuss what we mean by "play", why it
is so important for learning, especially for our littlest learners and
"how" you, as caregivers, can engage in and encourage play throughout
your daily routines. Come ready to learn and have fun as Kerri Wikel,
IMH-E®-Infant Family Associate, teaches us new ways to connect with and
help our little ones grow. Register!
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| DDSN 101 Tuesday, November 19 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This virtual session is designed to empower parents and caregivers with
the knowledge and resources needed to navigate the SC Department of
Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN). Join Stephanie Turner, DDSN's
Autism Division Director, for an overview of available services and
supports across the state for children and young adults with
disabilities. Register!
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Special Education: Evaluation & Eligibility Under IDEA Wednesday, December 4 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This session will cover the process and requirements for evaluation and
eligibility as defined in IDEA and breakdown important terms like
parental consent and prior written notice. What is an educational
evaluation and how is it decided if a student is eligible for special
education services? We’ll answer these questions and more in this
virtual training. Register!
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| Support Parent Training Saturday, December 7
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Are
you a South Carolina parent/caregiver of a child with a disability?
Would you like to become a volunteer Support Parent and offer emotional
support to other parents who have a child with a similar diagnosis as
your child? If so, this interactive, virtual session could be for you!
Register! |
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Mark
your calendars! The 2025 Hopes & Dreams conference will be taking
place Thursday, March 27th at the R2i2 Conference Center in Columbia. |
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| This Just In!
If you ever miss one of our virtual trainings, we now have them available on our website.
Visit Recorded Trainings! |
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