Webinars
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
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
Roundtable on Employment Opportunities
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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: [email protected]
Obstacles to Creating an ADHD-Friendly Home Environment, CHADD
online online12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST Obstacles to Creating an ADHD-Friendly Home Environment Objectives: Describe the challenges that children with ADHD have with self-control (self-regulation) Understand the common behavior deficits that are related to ADHD Learn about the common language disorders that co-occur with ADHD Describe how challenges with executive functioning are related to inner
Strategies for Creating an ADHD-Friendly Home Environment, CHADD
online onlineTues, November 10 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST Strategies for Creating an ADHD-Friendly Home Environment (Part 1) Objectives: Explain proactive and reactive strategies Describe behavior management strategies Understand communication strategies Learn about structure and routines
Strategies for Creating an ADHD-Friendly Home Environment (Part 2), CHADD
online onlineTues, November 17 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST Strategies for Creating an ADHD-Friendly Home Environment (Part 2) Objectives: Describe organization tips and strategies Explain parenting strategies when the parent has ADHD List parenting and behavior strategies to use for siblings without ADHD Analyze parent cooperation strategies
Dyslexia: Supporting Comprehension Through Writing About Reading: Instructional Suggestions
online onlineResearch indicates that writing about reading supports comprehension. Join Joan Sedita, founder of Keys to Literacy, as she presents practical suggestions for structured, explicit teaching of strategies for writing about text in any subject across grades 3 to 12. Several strategies will be addressed including summarizing, personal response to narrative text, and writing from informational
JDAIM 2021 JFNA Month Long Events
online onlineJoin us for many different virtual events offered by The Jewish Federations of North America in the month of February. From diverse communities across North America, we are coming together to harness our collective power to break down barriers to opportunity and inclusion. Help us advance policy that empowers individuals with disabilities to achieve maximum
JDAM Networking and Community Building Workshops – Addressing Mental Health Challenges and Isolation, Disability in Israel, and Empowering Youth with Disabilities and Their Families.
online onlineJFNA is pleased to partner with RespectAbility to host a series of convenings for all of us who are passionate about the advocacy agenda of the JDAM sessions. We will gather informally on Zoom for facilitated discussions, sharing strategies, learning from each other, and planning action steps so that together we can pursue disability justice
From Moses to Marlee: Celebrating Jews with Disabilities and Diverse Identities through Conversation, Creativity, and Music
online onlineJoin us for a special evening celebrating Jewish diversity through storytelling and music. Music by Aaron Seglin, born and raised in NJ, who will talk about his life as a Black and blind Jewish musician Guided conversation celebrating Jewish disability by Matan Koch, national-renowned disability advocate Discussion by Eric Ascher about the intersectionality between autism and sexual orientation Storytelling
JDAM Networking and Community Building Workshops – Advocacy and Civic Engagement on Disability Issues.
online onlineJFNA is pleased to partner with RespectAbility to host a series of convenings for all of us who are passionate about the advocacy agenda of the JDAM sessions. We will gather informally on Zoom for facilitated discussions, sharing strategies, learning from each other, and planning action steps so that together we can pursue disability justice
My Child Thinks Differently, Now What?
online onlineJoin us for an intimate conversation. We are calling on the experts who will discuss advocating for your child and yourself + share support tips while helping navigate the roads of testing, the various school set plans, and more. Let's get real together. This is a no-judgment program. Parenting is hard on a good day, having
Cannabis Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder
online onlineParents of Adults with ASD Online Support Group with UM-NSU CARD
online onlineParents of Adults with ASD Online Support Group This group is for parents and caregivers of adults with autism spectrum disorder & related disabilities to provide an avenue for sharing & supporting one another. Mondays once a month from 7:00 to 8:00pm January 11 February 8 March 8 April 5 May 3 June 7 To
Building A Neurodiverse Workforce Conference with the Els Center for Autism
online onlineBuilding A Neurodiverse Workforce Conference March 12 & 13, 2021 Hosted by Els for Autism Els for Autism Foundation invites you to the ‘Building a Neurodiverse Workforce’ conference—a one-and-a-half day virtual event that will provide tools and best practices for businesses or individuals interested in hiring employees with autism spectrum disorder, initiating a neurodiverse workforce program,
Dyslexia – 23rd Annual Montag Lecture: Unpacking the Science of Reading So All Kids Can Learn
online onlineThis year’s Montag Lecture features Emily Hanford, award-winning investigative reporter who’s been working in public media for more than 25 years. Currently, senior education correspondent for APM Reports, the documentary and investigative group at American Public Media, Emily’s focus is on equity, the way we teach reading today, and literacy – arguing that there can
Issues in Autism Conference: Genes, Brains, and More UM CARD
online onlineIssues in Autism Conference: Genes, Brains, and More Apr 03rd 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Join us for a very special conference featuring autism researchers and experts in the area of genetics, neuroscience, objective measurements of autism, virtual and augmented reality, clinic and classroom based interventions and more. Saturday, April 3rd 9:00am - 3:30pm Keynote Speaker
“Still Distracted After All These Years: Older Adults With ADHD”
Online EventThe Northern Virginia/DC Chapter of CHADD present our April lecture in our "Understanding ADHD" Lecture Series: "Still Distracted After All These Years: Older Adults With ADHD", with speaker Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D., Founder/Clinical Director of The Chesapeake Center. Although ADHD is the most highly researched childhood disorder in the world, we know less about adults, and
Technology for Play and Leisure, Enhancing the Experience for Children and Adults, Beit Issie Shapiro & FIU Embrace
online onlineEnhancing the Experience for Children & Adults with Disabilities - *This presentation is in English* About this Event *This presentation is in English* Play and leisure activities are important for child development and are significant elements for promoting quality of life for all ages. Advances in technology offer a variety of solutions from mainstream products
