October
Wednesday, October 4, 2023, from 5:30-6:30 PM: Chestnut Hill's Neurodiversity Info Session (Virtual)
Are you interested in the Chestnut Hill College Neurodiversity Program? Please join us for a Virtual Information Session to have your questions answered! We will cover:
Application and Admission into the Program
College Resources for Success Program components / reimbursements
Credit bearing support opportunities
Individual support opportunities
Cohort events and engagement on campus
Internship & Employment support opportunities
CHC's vision and commitment to an affirming and inclusive campus
Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 9:00 AM-1:30 PM: PEAC's Virtual IEP Clinic: Enhancing your Child's Education Plan
Join us for our absolutely FREE Virtual IEP Clinic, open to families from all school districts! At PEAC's Virtual IEP Clinic, we're dedicated to empowering families to actively participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and enhance the educational experience for children with IEPs.
What to expect from this informative and engaging event: Advanced IEP meeting preparation, one-on-one expert consultations, valuable takeaways, suggested comprehensive topics, networking and resources, and Spanish-speaking support
Questions? Contact info@paedforall.org or 267-232-0570
Tuesday, October 10, 2023, from 9:30 AM-11:00 PM: Right to Education Local Task Force 23 of Montgomery County Presents "Building a Strong IEP and What is the Right to Education State Task Force and Local Task Force?" (Virtual)
Presenter: "Building a Strong IEP": Diane Perry Family Resource Specialist, PEAL Center
Presenter: "What is the Right to Education State Task Force and Local Task Force?": Keith Focht, Depart. of Education
For a list of dates and meeting times, please visit our website at: www.mciu.org/ltf or call us at 610-755-9350.
Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 12:00-2:00 PM AND 6:30-8:30 PM: PA Family Network presents "Technology and Remote Supports: Starting with the Basics" (Virtual)
Technology has become a major part of all of our lives. For people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, technology can offer opportunities for independence, entertainment, choice, and control. Additionally, Remote Supports are now offered which offers more opportunity for services that can increase independence, as well. Join us as we discuss:
Technology and Remote Supports and how they can impact an Everyday Life!
Understand the definitions and differences between Assistive Technology and Remote Supports
Review the various uses and determination of need for these services.
Learn how waivers can offer various technologies and Remote Supports
12:00-2:00 PM Registration link
6:30-8:30 PM Registration link
Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 6:00-8:00 PM: Montgomery County Regional College Fair
Location: North Penn High School
All students and families are welcome to attend (for FREE)!
To view the colleges/universities that will be attending the fair, please click here.
Please sign up for a barcode at www.StriveFair.com.
Show your barcode to colleges who will scan it to send you more information about their schools. The day after the fair, you will receive a report with information about each college that you allowed to scan your barcode.
Monday, October 16, 2023: JEVS In-Home Supports & JEVS Independence Network's In-Person Information Session & Walking Tour from 6:00-7:30 PM
You are invited to JEVS In-Home Supports & JEVS Independence Network's In-Person Information Session and Walking Tour!
Location: Wissahickon Valley Public Library - Ambler Branch, 209 Race St Ambler, PA 19002
Join Us! Why should you attend?
Learn about our Independence Network: a new supported independent living community coming to Ambler, PA!
Meet and mingle with young adults and their families who are interested in becoming the program’s founding members.
Take a walking tour of the town of Ambler and discover what this active and vibrant town has to offer.
Discuss next step for the creation of this exciting model program in Montgomery County (currently operating in Narberth, PA and Collingswood, NJ)
We look forward to sharing with you how our programs are centered around providing individuals with the freedom to learn, experience and achieve their life’s goals! Families welcome. No obligation to enroll in the program.
Questions? Contact Jill.Gromen@jevs.org
Tuesday, October 17, 2023, from 6:30-8:30 PM: PA Family Network presents "Safety in the Community" (Virtual)
Join the PA Family Network as we share practical strategies to:
Build skills to increase safety at home, work, and in the community
Mitigate risk while living a meaningful everyday life technology
Registration link
Wednesday, October 18, 2023: 18th Annual Career and Transition Fair, hosted by the Commonwealth Technical Institute (CTI) at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (HGAC) in Johnstown, PA, from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
During the fair, you will learn about: post-secondary career and technology training programs, tour the campus, learn about associate degree and diploma programs, gain insight about their comprehensive rehabilitation programs, visit with programming staff, students, and instructors, and experience the dining hall (at cost).
Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 12:00-1:00 PM AND 7:00-8:00 PM: PA Family Network presents "Technology: We Befriended It and There's No Going Back!" (Virtual)
As the saying goes, “We befriended technology and there’s no going back!” Assistive Technology plays a major role in many of our lives. This workshop visits the everyday technology that we may already have that can impact our lives for the better!
Taking a look at technology as we use it currently: health and safety, communication, and more
Looking at creative options for our current technology
Discover resources, apps, and more.
12:00-1:00 PM Registration link
7:00-8:00 PM Registration link
Thursday, October 19, 2023: 18th Annual Career and Transition Fair, hosted by the Commonwealth Technical Institute (CTI) at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (HGAC) in Johnstown, PA, from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
During the fair, you will learn about: post-secondary career and technology training programs, tour the campus, learn about associate degree and diploma programs, gain insight about their comprehensive rehabilitation programs, visit with programming staff, students, and instructors, and experience the dining hall (at cost).
Friday, October 20, 2023: 18th Annual Career and Transition Fair, hosted by the Commonwealth Technical Institute (CTI) at the Hiram G. Andrews Center (HGAC) in Johnstown, PA, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
During the fair, you will learn about: post-secondary career and technology training programs, tour the campus, learn about associate degree and diploma programs, gain insight about their comprehensive rehabilitation programs, visit with programming staff, students, and instructors, and experience the dining hall (at cost).
Tuesday, October 24, 2023 from 7:30-8:30 PM: College Transition Series with Elizabeth C. Hamblet: Understanding Shifting Laws in College Transition for Students with Disabilities
Understanding Shifting Laws in College Transition for Students with Disabilities: A detailed look at the laws in place and how they lead to changes in the disability accommodations system at college, including what accommodations are typically available
Advance registration required
Wednesday, October 25, 2023, from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: PA Family Network presents "Using LifeCourse to Plan" (Virtual)
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to:
Identify service/supports so your loved one can live an Everyday Life
Learn to use the LifeCourse framework and tools to plan for your future.
Registration link
Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 12:00-1:00 PM AND 7:00-8:00 PM: PA Family Network presents "Technology: Ideas for Independence"" (Virtual)
“Independence” is different for everyone! For some people it may be simple devices that help them remember their schedule, while for others it is a complete Smarthome. For some people with I/DD, having someone available through remote supports is what is needed for them to be able to do things on their own.
Learn about Assistive Technology as identified under the waivers
See how Remote Supports offers opportunities to build independent living skills
Discover a variety of resources, information and lending/funding sources for technology
12:00-2:00 PM Registration link
6:30-8:30 PM Registration link
Monday, October 30, 2023, from 10:00-12:00 PM: PA Family Network presents "LEAD The Way to Healthy Relationships & Sexuality" (Virtual)
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to:
Learn practical strategies and skills that encourage healthy
Discuss boundaries, relationships, risks, and self advocacy skills
Learn 4 steps to healthier relationships
10:00 AM-12:00 PM Registration link