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Employment Strategies to Think Outside the Box! with Debby Fisher, PsyD and Jewish Learning Adventure
online onlineDebby Fisher has been on the cutting-edge of community living so people with disabilities can participate in and enjoy all aspects of life–like everyone else. Join us for an important and lively conversation about the issues and the missed opportunities when people with disabilities are not part of the workforce and strategies to assist people […]
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Being the Best Advocate For You and Your Family
online onlineThis dynamic workshop covers important topics such as knowing what rights protect you and your loved one with a disability, understanding The Mental Health Parity Act, and learning effective strategies to document your child’s system involvement. Participants will learn to recognize your role in reducing stigma and create the story that works for you! This […]
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Dyslexia Awareness Month – Toolkit for Parents, Educators and Students
online onlineYou can help those with dyslexia get the support they need to reach their full potential. Simple actions can raise awareness and lead to policy changes, such as helping more people understand what dyslexia is and using the word dyslexia rather than lumping it together with broad learning disabilities. The items in this toolkit will […]
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Parent to Parent: Family Training on ADHD, CHADD
online onlineParent to Parent: Family Training on ADHD provides parents with a comprehensive understanding of ADHD as well as strategies to improve life at home and school. Designed by parents for parents, this training provides information from the parent’s perspective. Throughout this two day online course, you will learn what ADHD is, its probable causes, the […]
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JAFCO Presents Med Waiver Workshop
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Special Needs Parent Caregiver Support Group (Daytime) ongoing
online onlinePlease register beforehand by reaching out to: Tzippi Rosen, LCSW Special Needs Community Liaison/Outreach Coordinator Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 561-852-3112 | tzippir@ralesjfs.org Or Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Specialist 5100 N. Nob Hill Rd. , Sunrise, FL 33351 Phone: 954.315.7033 | Cell: 954.394.1182 | Fax: 954.449.2422 linda@jafco.org | jafco.org Join […]
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Transitional Parent Support Group
online onlineThe transitional group is for parents of teens through early 20's to assist with secondary education, day treatment and residential placement. Please register beforehand by reaching out to: Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Specialist 5100 N. Nob Hill Rd. , Sunrise, FL 33351 Phone: 954.315.7033 | Cell: 954.394.1182 | Fax: 954.449.2422 linda@jafco.org | jafco.org The passcode […]
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Special Needs Grandparent Support Group, ongoing
online onlinePlease register beforehand by reaching out to: Tzippi Rosen, LCSW Special Needs Community Liaison/Outreach Coordinator Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 561-852-3112 | tzippir@ralesjfs.org Or Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Specialist 5100 N. Nob Hill Rd. , Sunrise, FL 33351 Phone: 954.315.7033 | Cell: 954.394.1182 | Fax: 954.449.2422 linda@jafco.org | jafco.org Join Zoom Meeting […]
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month Resources
online onlineHeld every October, NDEAM is a fitting time to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. The 2020 NDEAM theme is Increasing Access and Opportunity. NDEAM is led by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), but its true spirit lies in […]
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Fireside Chat with Dr. Sally Shaywitz co-director of the Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity
online onlineWatch a powerful new video featuring YCDC Co-Director Dr. Sally Shaywitz as she delves into her award-winning book OVERCOMING DYSLEXIA (2nd Edition) and answers questions for parents & educators as they head back-to-school during uncertain times. Hosted by KPJR films, tens of thousands of people have already watched this “fireside chat” and the reviews […]
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Disability Support and Inclusion in the Age of Social Distancing, JNFA GA
online onlineThe session will be held on October 26 from 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm EDT. The session will include a panel featuring four Federations and Jewish Family Service agencies providing exemplary services to individuals with disabilities in the age of COVID-19, with a keynote address from Tim Shriver, Ph.D., Chairman of Special Olympics. The goal […]
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Special Needs Parent Caregiver Support Group Daytime, Ongoing
online onlinePlease register beforehand by reaching out to: Tzippi Rosen, LCSW Special Needs Community Liaison/Outreach Coordinator Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 561-852-3112 | tzippir@ralesjfs.org Or Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Specialist 5100 N. Nob Hill Rd. , Sunrise, FL 33351 Phone: 954.315.7033 | Cell: 954.394.1182 | Fax: 954.449.2422 linda@jafco.org | jafco.org Join […]
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Parent to Parent: Family Training on ADHD | Introduction to ADHD, CHADD
online onlineDo you feel lost when it comes to ADHD and its related issues and concerns? Upon completion of this training, you will understand: - ADHD and its symptoms, -myths and facts, -an overview of how ADHD impacts brain functions, -coexisting conditions and disorders that mimic ADHD, -how to talk to your child about ADHD. CHADD […]
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Roundtable on Employment Opportunities
online onlinePlease see link to register
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Special Needs Grandparent Support Group, ongoing
online onlinePlease register beforehand by reaching out to: Tzippi Rosen, LCSW Special Needs Community Liaison/Outreach Coordinator Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 561-852-3112 | tzippir@ralesjfs.org Or Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Specialist 5100 N. Nob Hill Rd. , Sunrise, FL 33351 Phone: 954.315.7033 | Cell: 954.394.1182 | Fax: 954.449.2422 linda@jafco.org | jafco.org
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Special Needs Parent Caregiver Support Group Evening, Ongoing
online onlinePlease register beforehand by reaching out to: Tzippi Rosen, LCSW Special Needs Community Liaison/Outreach Coordinator Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 561-852-3112 | tzippir@ralesjfs.org Or Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Specialist 5100 N. Nob Hill Rd. , Sunrise, FL 33351 Phone: 954.315.7033 | Cell: 954.394.1182 | Fax: 954.449.2422 linda@jafco.org | jafco.org Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95612412078 […]
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Voting Process Tips for People with Disabilities During COVID
online onlinehttps://www.eac.gov/election-officials/tips-empowering-voters-disabilities-2020-general-election-and-covid-19-crisis
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How to Plan for the Holidays with ADHD, North Dade and Broward, CHADD chapter
online onlineCHADD November 2020.png Contact: Janessa Dominguez Address: 2800 Weston Road Suite 100 Weston, FL 33331 Phone: 954-589-1038 Email: broward-dade@chadd.org
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Parents Support Group, JAFCO
online onlineMom's Support Group All our moms are welcome to join our LIVE support group! Zoom Meeting ID: For information contact Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. 954-315-8664 linda@jafco.org Must contact Linda Sachs before joining. Password: 745549
