Webinars
Health Access for Floridians with Disabilities
online onlineOver the last year, FVH has prioritized addressing health equity issues. Focus groups have been an important tool in reaching Florida’s marginalized communities. In 2021, FVH hosted a series of 7 roundtables featuring over 50 disabled Floridians, their families, and caregivers. FVH then completed a thematic analysis to better understand the barriers to care that
Addressing Mental Health & Wellness with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities during Transition to Adulthood
online onlineLed by Maureen DeLongis CSW Kim Solondz MS, OTR/L Tuesday, February 8, 2022 2:00-3:00 PM Eastern Optional Q&A Session 3:00-3:30 PM This presentation will focus on the assessment of mental health in youth who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities during the transition to adulthood years (12-26). The Lifespan Transition Clinic (LTC) at the Institute
Defining Neurodiversity Virtual Seminar with Haley Moss & Joshua’s Path
online onlineThursday, February 17, 2022 | 7:00 p.m. | FREE Neurodiversity gets a lot of attention as a potential competitive advantage for business, but it is a lot broader than we think. Understanding our friends, colleagues, and others who may have mental health challenges, intellectual disabilities, acquired brain differences, learning disabilities, or something else like autism
How Language Affects Reading: What Parents and Professionals Need to Know
online onlineView IDA-FL’s Lunch & Learn Webinar Series on Our YouTube Channel! **Click here to view previous Lunch & Learn webinars and access available resources!** Check us out on our IDA-Florida YouTube channel!
Webinar: Emotion Dysregulation in ASD: Why it Matters and What We Are Doing About It With SPARK
online onlineIn this webinar, which will take place March 23, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Carla Mazefsky, Ph.D., will discuss emotion dysregulation, or difficulty managing the intensity and duration of emotional reactions, in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This talk will cover the landscape of emotion regulation research in ASD and highlight key findings from the
The Four Sons – Including People of All Abilities at the Seder and Beyond
online onlineThe Four Sons Tips for including children and adults of all abilities at the Seder, and beyond.
Issues in Autism with expert Dr. Vermeulan hosted by UM-NSU CARD PEPSA
online onlinePresenter: Peter Vermeulen, Ph.D. Hosted by: UM-NSU CARD About the Presenter, Dr. Peter Vermeulen, founder, and CEO of Autism in Context is a psychologist who has authored 15 books on autism that combine science, practical tips, and a touch of humor. He received his Bachelor in Family Sciences and continued on to his Master in Psychology
From Compliance to Program Accessibility: Best Practices for American Job Centers
online onlineIn the 8 years since the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) was passed into law, the American economy has profoundly changed. Major structural changes among industries, companies, and contractors have accelerated thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic and new economic policies from the Biden Administration. Throughout these tumultuous years, American Job Centers (AJCs) / America’s
IDEA & IEP Seminar with Parent to Parent
online onlineBecoming a stronger advocate for your child starts by understanding special education law. Learn about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) which is designed to protect the rights of students with disabilities and is supported by the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) to ensure students receive special education services tailored to meet their unique needs.
Promoting Positive Behavior with GiGi’s Playhouse
online onlineTime: 6/2/2022, 8:00 PM (1 hours) Playhouse: GiGi's at Home - Virtual Ages: All Ages Description:Please join experts Cindy Marie Judy, MS Ed., GiGi's Playhouse Phoenix and Vicky Mckinney, MS Ed., BCBA, GiGi's Playhouse Nashville for an interactive discussion focusing on promoting positive behavior. We react to challenging behaviors with compassion, kindness and a desire to problem solve
Representation of Disabilities in the Hebrew Bible with RespectAbility
online onlineRSVP Online Join Stephen Wise Free Synagogue as we hear from CUNY Hunter College student Ariel Gold about how disabilities are represented in the Hebrew Bible. Following her short presentation, Ariel will moderate a panel of four Jews with disabilities — Noa Etedgi, Peter Fox, Haley Moss and Lee Chernotsky — who will share their
Etymology & Morphology 101: Why We Can’t Just Teach Phonics, International Dyslexia Association
online onlineIDA-GA 2022 Outreach Webinar – Free and Open to the Public Register here: IDAGAoutreachMay4.eventbrite.com Certificates of Attendance will be available for this webinar. Note: Our presenter is an OGA Fellow-in-training. This means attendees who are certified by OGA can include the COA from this presentation in their documentation of contact hours for renewal of certification through
The 2e Student: Characteristics and Support of Students with Dyslexia Who are Twice Exceptional, International Dyslexia Association
online onlineDDIG – “The 2e Student: Characteristics and Support of Students with Dyslexia Who are Twice Exceptional” May 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm DDIG – “The 2e Student: Characteristics and Support of Students with Dyslexia Who are Twice Exceptional” Monday, May 9, 2022 7:00 – 8:30 pm Central Marcy Eisinger, MS, MEd, LDT, CALT, CDT, the Assistant Director
College Admissions Testing and Neurodiverse Students
online onlineNavigating the world of college admissions testing is nerve-wracking under the best circumstances. Add in your child’s dyslexia, and the process can be terrifying. Join us for a presentation by Wendy Raynor, College Admissions Test expert, to better understand the current standardized testing landscape and how to navigate the accommodations process. May 9 @ 7:00
Inclusive Crisis Preparedness & Management, ensuring people with disabilities are contributors and recipients
online onlineThis seminar will also be recorded! https://mailchi.mp/jafi/webinars?e=18f20518d7
Free Virtual Workshop on the Importance of Legal Planning with Alpert JFS
online onlineREGISTER BY MAY 16TH! NEXT LIFEPLANNING® WORKSHOP: Click Here to Register 2022 LifePlanning® Calendar of Events* February 15th, 10:00 a.m., on Zoom: Mental Health First Aid training (Additional classes added due to popular demand: March 8, 29; May 10; June 14) — SOL For more information contact: Tami Lustig, MSW Director of LifePlanning® Tami.Lustig@AlpertJFS.org | 561-713-1917
How Service Dogs Change Lives, Federation for Children with Special Needs
online onlineFEDERATION FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS CONNECTING FAMILIES NEADS WORLD CLASS SERVICE DOGS CHANGE LIVES Thursday, May 19, 2022 Presented By: Katy Ostraff, LICSW and Katie Hanna, MA Description: The presentation will cover the was service Dogs impact the lives of people living with disabilities that they serve. It will cover various tasks our Service Dogs can
Inclusive Crisis Preparedness & Management, ensuring people with disabilities are contributors and recipients
online onlineThis seminar will also be recorded!
Inclusive Crisis Preparedness & Management, ensuring people with disabilities are contributors and recipients
online onlineThis seminar will also be recorded!