Family STAR
Online Event: Empowered Minds – Empowered Lives
OnlineBroward County Council PTA/PTSA Mental Health Committee Resource Fair & "Let's Talk" Q&A: Presures Facing Today's Youth & Families
Online Presentation – You Need this Information!
OnlineBeing the Best Advocate for Your Loved One and Family You Can Learn How to Support Your Loved One's Needs! As a parent or caregiver of an individual with a disability, it is critical to understand the laws that protect them. This presentation will review the most important laws and what impact they have on […]
Collaborative Communication
OnlineIn this presentation you will learn about different forms of communication to help you effectively advocate for your loved one. This includes: What are the different forms of communication? What's the difference between active and passive listening? How does collaborative communication help me? and How do I incorporate this information when meeting with teams to […]
Understanding ADD/ADHD
OnlineAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) symptoms may begin in childhood and continue into adulthood. ADHD and ADD symptoms, such as hyperactivity, impulsiveness, and inattentiveness, can cause difficulties at home, school, work, or in relationships. You will learn how to spotlight successes for your child and develop accommodations and interventions. ADD/ADHD […]
Individual and Emergency Healthcare Plan in the IEP and 504
OnlineChildren 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 Action Plan (EAP) for their specific needs while in the school environment. This presentation will identify what these documents are, what information should be […]
Strategies that Work! Managing Your Mental Health and Wellness
OnlineLearn about proven strategies and resources for managing your Mental Health and Wellness during challenging times as well as for everyday. This presentation is offered as a collaboration between Family Network on Disabilities/Family S.T.A.R. and South Florida Wellness Network/Federation of Families of Broward. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkcO-prD0oGtSlkvBJvMT8auj0ItfQDcja
Back to School! What you need to know about IEP and IHP
OnlineIf you have a child with educational and medical needs, this presentation is a must! This presentation will give you the information you need to understand your child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) as well as how to incorporate an Individual Healthcare Plan (IHP) and Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for special needs in the school environment. […]