Alternative Dispute Resolution in Special Education (ADR)
Facebook LiveBe our guest with Parent Training Specialist Ms. Glenesha Milner on Monday, July 8th at 1 PM for "Alternative Dispute Resolution." Sometimes, parents may find themselves at odds with the education professionals on the Eligibility or Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team regarding their child's special education needs. When disagreements arise, or if you feel the […]
Caregiver Stress & Burnout -Tips for Taking Care of Yourself
Facebook LiveWe are pleased to invite you to a special presentation on caregiver support hosted by our parent training specialist, Ms Glenesha Milner. Join us on Facebook for "Caregiver Stress & Burnout -Tips for Taking Care of Yourself" on Monday, July 15th at 1:00 PM. Caring for a loved one can be very rewarding, but it […]
‘PEN it IN’ with DSACF: A Webinar Series
OnlineStarting this September FND PEN will be hosting virtual monthly webinars in collaboration with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida. We will cover a wide variety of topics related to special education, effective communication, resources and much more. It will be held monthly on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Please use this link to register in advance: Registration Link
Cafee Talk..Give me a Break..Support Group
ZoomWould you like to meet other families and find out about resources in your community? FAVI DeafBlind Collaborative and Family Network on Disabilities invite you to join us each month to learn and share with other parents. Join our group so you can meet other families and find out what resources are available in the […]
The Individual and Emergency Health Care Plan in the IEP and 504
Facebook LiveWorkshop Summary Children in school systems with healthcare concerns should have additional documents to support their medical needs. An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) should include an Individual Healthcare Plan (IHP) and an Emergency Healthcare Plan (EHP) for their specific needs while in the school environment. This presentation will identify these documents, what information should be […]
SSDI/SSI: What You Need to Know
ZoomNavigating the Social Security system is challenging without the proper knowledge. This presentation gives you an overview of the SSDI and SSI government benefit programs, including the application process, specific criteria for eligibility, your rights in the process, and how to navigate a denial. Additional information on resources to support the process is included. This […]
Florida Medicaid: What You Need to Know
ZoomIn this presentation about Florida Medicaid benefits, participants will get an overview of the application process, eligibility for special cases and populations, other medical service providers, how to navigate the denial process, and resources for families in Florida. This presentation is a collaboration between Family Network on Disabilities and Early Steps Space Coast. Registration required: […]
Monthly Early Steps + PEN Collaboration
Facebook LiveEach child grows at an individual pace, and research shows that a child's first three years are the most important time for learning. Getting help early can put your child on the right path to learn and develop to their full potential. Join Soren Richardson and Rose Lumm monthly for FREE workshops as they educate […]
How to Choose an Adult Healthcare Provider and Make My Own Doctor Appointments
Facebook LiveWorkshop Summary As youth transition from pediatric to adult healthcare services, it's important to understand the differences they will encounter. This presentation will help youth become familiar with the process of engaging with adult providers and how the adult healthcare system works. This presentation will also help youth learn how to prepare for an appointment, […]
Caregiver Stress & Burnout Webinar
Facebook LiveCaring for a loved one can be very rewarding, but it also involves many stressors, such as changes in the family dynamic, household disruption, financial pressure, and an added workload. So, is it any wonder that caregivers are some of the people most prone to burnout? Managing the stress levels in your life is just […]
Cafee Talk..Give me a Break..Support Group
ZoomWould you like to meet other families and find out about resources in your community? FAVI DeafBlind Collaborative and Family Network on Disabilities invite you to join us each month to learn and share with other parents. Join our group so you can meet other families and find out what resources are available in the […]
Monthly Early Steps + PEN Collaboration
Facebook LiveEach child grows at an individual pace, and research shows that a child's first three years are the most important time for learning. Getting help early can put your child on the right path to learn and develop to their full potential. Join Soren Richardson and Rose Lumm monthly for FREE workshops as they educate […]