Parents
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Special Needs and Inclusion Fair
Signature Grand 6900 West State Road 84, DavieJoin us for a FREE fun and informative day the whole family will enjoy! Parents can learn more about resources available through disability organizations in Broward County, while kids can participate in a variety of exciting activities. Signature Grand 6900 West State Road 84 Davie, FL 33317
Understanding Government Benefits
OnlineLisa Math, Director of Family S.T.A.R. program of Family Network on Disabilities, will share information about Florida Medicaid. This knowledge will help you be better informed as a parent/caregiver of a loved one with a disability. Learn about the following: The Application Process Eligibility for Special Cases, Populations Other Medical Service Providers Navigating the Denial […]
Parenting a Child with Exceptional Needs: Being the Best YOU for Your Child and Family
OnlineThis ONLINE 4-part workshop series will help parents and caregivers understand their child’s development and how to support their exceptional needs. Parents and caregivers are not immune to the stress of caregiving. This workshop will give participants the strategies and resources they need to support their own wellness in order to be a strong parent […]
Understanding your Child’s EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
OnlineSoren Richardson, FND PEN, is hosting a virtual workshop with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 10:30 am on Zoom (Register in advance) and live in the DSACF Facebook group. This month's guest speaker is Lisa Math, Director of the Family STAR (Support, Training, Assistance, and Resources) for Family Network on […]
Understanding your Child’s EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
OnlineSoren Richardson, FND PEN, is hosting a virtual workshop with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 10:30 am on Zoom (Register in advance) and live in the DSACF Facebook group. This month's guest speaker is Lisa Math, Director of the Family STAR (Support, Training, Assistance, and Resources) for Family Network on […]
Nuts & Bolts of Self-determination
OnlineSoren Richardson will present the workshop on Thursday, February 16st, 2023, from 8.30 pm to 9.30 pm on Zoom and live in CFAC Facebook group. Register in advance to join zoom and ask questions after the workshop. Workshop summary Students who have self-determination skills have a stronger chance of being successful by addressing the need for self-determination […]
Osceola County “An Evening with the Agencies”
Osceola Technical College 501 Simpson Rd, Kissimmee, FL, United StatesPrepare for the future! FREE Refreshments & Door Prizes! Workshops: Standard Diploma Deferral & 18 to 22-year-old transition options: Health Care Transition--Moving from Pediatric to Adult Health Services: Accessing Resources Available through Vocational Rehabilitation (VR): Overview of APD--Agency for Persons with Disabilities and more.... FREE EXHIBITS
UNDERSTANDING SSDI/SSI
OnlineJoin Family STAR for an informational session on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). https://www.facebook.com/FamilySTARFND Learn about the following: The Application Processes Eligibility for Special Cases, Populations Your Rights Navigating the Denial Process Resources in Florida
Strategies that Work! Managing Your Mental Health and Wellness
Facebook LiveThis presentation is for youth and their families. We all need to support our mental health and wellness but many don’t know where to start. This presentation will give participants easy to follow strategies to incorporate into daily life and the scientific reasons they are successful. Resources will also be shared. https://www.facebook.com/FamilySTARFND
It’s All About the Apps!
Facebook LiveThis presentation is for youth and their families. Assistive Technology helps with success! No matter what hurdles youth face, apps and other media included in this presentation can give them solutions for success. This presentation offers a selection of apps you can add to your toolkit as you navigate school, home, and other areas of […]
“The Day The Dinosaurs Came To Town” Living Through A Disaster
OnlineJoin us for a facilitated discussion about disaster preparedness and what it is really like for a family with children with special healthcare needs to live through and survive a catastrophic event. This presentation is part of the Florida Family Leaders Network's Spring Webinar Series in collaboration with Family Network on Disabilities and Early Steps. […]
Transition to Kindergarten
Rimes Early Learning Center 3101 School View St, Leesburg, FLIn collaboration with Lake County Public Schools and FND PEN we will host this workshop. Soren Richardson will be presenting the workshop 'Transition to Kindergarten'. "Transition to Kindergarten” is a dynamic and interactive workshop that helps children with disabilities transition to kindergarten along with their families. By addressing the common questions and concerns that come along with this important step […]
