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SUMMARY:PtW: The Power of Disability Language
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URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ptw-the-power-of-disability-language/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Paving the Way to Self Determination
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T183000
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SUMMARY:Ableism and Implicit Bias
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians \nAbleism is the discrimination against people with disabilities based on the belief that “typical” abilities are superior. To address ableism\, we must start by acknowledging we all have unconscious bias. These unconscious attitudes and stereotypes impact our understanding\, actions\, and decisions. This session will define implicit bias\, help participants be more aware of their own bias\, and explore strategies to challenge our unconscious beliefs. (Presented by Michigan Alliance for Families.) \nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\nTuesday\, March 7th: 6:30 – 7:30pm\nThursday\, May 18th: 6:30 – 7:30pm\n\nTo learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \nRegister:\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ableism-and-implicit-bias/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T222938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T230345Z
UID:15262-1674747000-1674752400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Neurodiversity
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \n\n\n\nFor families/guardians \n\n\n\nNeurodiversity is the diversity of human brains and minds. The neurodiversity movement is a human rights movement for people with brain differences. In this workshop\, we will discuss how neurodiversity contributes to sensory\, movement\, and communication differences. We will examine how ableism impacts people with brain-based disabilities and how you can support your neurodivergent loved ones. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \n\n\n\nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 26th: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 8th: 12:00 – 1:30pm\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 16th: 6:00 – 7:30pm\n\n\n\n\nTo register and learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \n\n\n\nRegister:\n\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/understanding-neurodiversity-2/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T225102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T232816Z
UID:15276-1678818600-1678822200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Problem Solving and Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor youth ages 12 and under \nProblem solving skills help children gain confidence and independence. Learning how to make decisions is a valuable life skill.  These skills are necessary for all children\, but even more important for children with disabilities.  This fun\, interactive training for youth up to age 12 will provide the opportunity to learn more about\, and practice\, problem solving and decision making. (Presented by Michigan Alliance for Families.) \nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\nTuesday\, March 14th: 6:30 – 7:30pm\nThursday\, May 11th: 6:30 – 7:30pm\n\nTo learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination.  \nRegister:\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/problem-solving-and-decision-making/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T225243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T233114Z
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SUMMARY:Powers of Attorney
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians \nThe purpose of this training is to provide family members with an introduction to powers of attorney as an alternative to guardianship. Focus will be given to the law as it applies to persons with developmental disabilities. The presenter will address how the scope\, intent and content of powers of attorney can differ and the importance of understanding the different types of powers of attorney that are available to support your family member. (Presented by Lisa Lepine\, attorney & the Executive Director of The Arc of Macomb County.) \nTo learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. \nRegister:\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/powers-of-attorney/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T223822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T231418Z
UID:15268-1676980800-1676984400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Rise Up! Disability History\, Pride & Allyship
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians \nMany parents and guardians of a child with disabilities are unaware of the rich history in the disability community. Family and friends can sometimes lack the knowledge of disability history and struggle to find ways to support their loved-one’s journey to disability pride. Let’s change that! (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\nTuesday\, February 21st:  12:00 – 1:00pm\nThursday\, April 20th:  6:00 – 7:00pm\n\nTo register and learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \nRegister:\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/rise-up-disability-history-pride-allyship/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20230118T221939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T224916Z
UID:17934-1674064800-1674070200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:How to Ask for an Accommodation
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \n\n\n\nFor family/guardians & youth ages 12 and under \n\n\n\nThis training focuses on identifying appropriate accommodations that support a child’s strengths and disability related needs.  At the start of the training\, youth ages 12 and under will participate in a fun activity to help them explore their strengths\, while learning more about accommodations. The second portion of the training focuses on information for guardians and family members including requesting accommodations\, the protections provided through IDEA\, 504 Plans vs. IEPs\, and options when accommodation requests don’t go as planned. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \n\n\n\nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 18th: 6:00 – 7:30pm\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 23rd: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 29th: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\n\nRegister:\n\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/how-to-ask-for-an-accommodation-5/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Paving the Way to Self Determination
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T225102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T232816Z
UID:15276-1678818600-1678822200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Problem Solving and Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor youth ages 12 and under \nProblem solving skills help children gain confidence and independence. Learning how to make decisions is a valuable life skill.  These skills are necessary for all children\, but even more important for children with disabilities.  This fun\, interactive training for youth up to age 12 will provide the opportunity to learn more about\, and practice\, problem solving and decision making. (Presented by Michigan Alliance for Families.) \nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\nTuesday\, March 14th: 6:30 – 7:30pm\nThursday\, May 11th: 6:30 – 7:30pm\n\nTo learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination.  \nRegister:\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/problem-solving-and-decision-making/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T222938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T230345Z
UID:15262-1674747000-1674752400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Neurodiversity
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \n\n\n\nFor families/guardians \n\n\n\nNeurodiversity is the diversity of human brains and minds. The neurodiversity movement is a human rights movement for people with brain differences. In this workshop\, we will discuss how neurodiversity contributes to sensory\, movement\, and communication differences. We will examine how ableism impacts people with brain-based disabilities and how you can support your neurodivergent loved ones. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \n\n\n\nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 26th: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 8th: 12:00 – 1:30pm\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 16th: 6:00 – 7:30pm\n\n\n\n\nTo register and learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \n\n\n\nRegister:\n\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/understanding-neurodiversity-2/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T193000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20230306T045532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T045533Z
UID:19959-1678213800-1678217400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Ableism and Implicit Bias
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians \nAbleism is the discrimination against people with disabilities based on the belief that “typical” abilities are superior. To address ableism\, we must start by acknowledging we all have unconscious bias. These unconscious attitudes and stereotypes impact our understanding\, actions\, and decisions. This session will define implicit bias\, help participants be more aware of their own bias\, and explore strategies to challenge our unconscious beliefs. (Presented by Michigan Alliance for Families.) \nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\nTuesday\, March 7th: 6:30 – 7:30pm — (Registration is now closed.)\nThursday\, May 18th: 6:30 – 7:30pm\n\nTo learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \nRegister:\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ableism-and-implicit-bias-2/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20230118T221939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T224916Z
UID:17934-1674064800-1674070200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:How to Ask for an Accommodation
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \n\n\n\nFor family/guardians & youth ages 12 and under \n\n\n\nThis training focuses on identifying appropriate accommodations that support a child’s strengths and disability related needs.  At the start of the training\, youth ages 12 and under will participate in a fun activity to help them explore their strengths\, while learning more about accommodations. The second portion of the training focuses on information for guardians and family members including requesting accommodations\, the protections provided through IDEA\, 504 Plans vs. IEPs\, and options when accommodation requests don’t go as planned. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \n\n\n\nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 18th: 6:00 – 7:30pm\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 23rd: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 29th: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\n\nRegister:\n\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/how-to-ask-for-an-accommodation-5/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Paving the Way to Self Determination
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T223822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T231418Z
UID:15268-1676980800-1676984400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Rise Up! Disability History\, Pride & Allyship
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians \nMany parents and guardians of a child with disabilities are unaware of the rich history in the disability community. Family and friends can sometimes lack the knowledge of disability history and struggle to find ways to support their loved-one’s journey to disability pride. Let’s change that! (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\nTuesday\, February 21st:  12:00 – 1:00pm\nThursday\, April 20th:  6:00 – 7:00pm\n\nTo register and learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \nRegister:\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/rise-up-disability-history-pride-allyship/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T222432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T230001Z
UID:15259-1674583200-1674586800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride and History
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \n\n\n\nFor youth ages 12 and under \n\n\n\nDisability is a natural\, beautiful part of the human condition. People with disabilities are not charity cases\, nor items that need to be fixed. This fun\, interactive training for youth up to age 12 will highlight the many important contributions that people with disabilities have made in society. It will illustrate the unique perspectives and experiences of young people in the disability community. Most importantly\, it will show participants why being a part of this community is an awesome thing\, and that we’re amazing\, just as we are. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nChoose from the following dates / times: \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, January 24th: 6:00 – 7:00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 15th: 4:00 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\n\nTo register and learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \n\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/disability-pride-and-history-2/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T222938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T230345Z
UID:15262-1674747000-1674752400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Neurodiversity
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \n\n\n\nFor families/guardians \n\n\n\nNeurodiversity is the diversity of human brains and minds. The neurodiversity movement is a human rights movement for people with brain differences. In this workshop\, we will discuss how neurodiversity contributes to sensory\, movement\, and communication differences. We will examine how ableism impacts people with brain-based disabilities and how you can support your neurodivergent loved ones. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \n\n\n\nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, January 26th: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 8th: 12:00 – 1:30pm\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 16th: 6:00 – 7:30pm\n\n\n\n\nTo register and learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \n\n\n\nRegister:\n\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/understanding-neurodiversity-2/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T222432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T230001Z
UID:15259-1674583200-1674586800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride and History
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \n\n\n\nFor youth ages 12 and under \n\n\n\nDisability is a natural\, beautiful part of the human condition. People with disabilities are not charity cases\, nor items that need to be fixed. This fun\, interactive training for youth up to age 12 will highlight the many important contributions that people with disabilities have made in society. It will illustrate the unique perspectives and experiences of young people in the disability community. Most importantly\, it will show participants why being a part of this community is an awesome thing\, and that we’re amazing\, just as we are. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nChoose from the following dates / times: \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, January 24th: 6:00 – 7:00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 15th: 4:00 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\n\nTo register and learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \n\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/disability-pride-and-history-2/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20230118T221939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T224916Z
UID:17934-1674064800-1674070200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:How to Ask for an Accommodation
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \n\n\n\nFor family/guardians & youth ages 12 and under \n\n\n\nThis training focuses on identifying appropriate accommodations that support a child’s strengths and disability related needs.  At the start of the training\, youth ages 12 and under will participate in a fun activity to help them explore their strengths\, while learning more about accommodations. The second portion of the training focuses on information for guardians and family members including requesting accommodations\, the protections provided through IDEA\, 504 Plans vs. IEPs\, and options when accommodation requests don’t go as planned. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \n\n\n\nChoose from the following dates/times: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 18th: 6:00 – 7:30pm\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 23rd: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 29th: 3:30 – 5:00pm\n\n\n\n\nRegister:\n\n\n\nError: Contact form not found.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/how-to-ask-for-an-accommodation-5/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221114T030809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T213400Z
UID:15065-1673537400-1673542800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:The Basics of Supported Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.  \nFor family/guardians \nEvery adult has the right to make life decisions\, to direct their life and to be treated with dignity\, as an autonomous adult. All adults need and get advice and counsel when making different life decisions. Many options\, other than guardianship\, are available to provide counsel\, guidance\, and assistance with making decisions. Person Centered Planning and Self-Determination require that adults with disabilities are respected and honored to make life decisions with the support and counsel\, they need and to remain as independent and autonomous as possible. Multiple avenues are available to support individuals to make decisions and direct their own life. This presentation will discuss tools\, that can be used to support people in decision-making while retaining their rights. \nPresented by Mary Shehan – The Michigan DD Council \n  \nTo register and learn more about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program\, including all of the trainings offered\, visit Paving the Way to Self Determination. The registration form for all events is available at the bottom of the page. \n 
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/the-basics-of-supported-decision-making-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20221117T164601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T222511Z
UID:15068-1668326400-1668358800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:How to Ask for an Accommodation (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program.\n\nFor family / guardians & youth ages 12 and under.\n\nThis training focuses on identifying appropriate accommodations that support a child’s strengths and disability related needs.  At the start of the training\, youth ages 12 and under will participate in a fun activity to help them explore their strengths\, while learning more about accommodations. The second portion of the training focuses on information for guardians and family members including requesting accommodations\, the protections provided through IDEA\, 504 Plans vs. IEPs\, and options when accommodation requests don’t go as planned.\n\nChoose from the following dates / times:\n\nWeds. January 18th: 6:00 – 7:30 pm\n\nThurs. February 23rd: 3:30 – 5:00 pm\n\nWeds. March 29th: 3:30 – 5:00 pm\n\n \n\nPresented by: Disability Network Southwest Michigan\n\n \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving the Way to Self Determination. \n \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/how-to-ask-for-an-accommodation-ptwtsd-2/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T123809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T123809Z
UID:14111-1660762800-1660766400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride & History (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nAges 12 and under.\nDisability is a natural\, beautiful part of the human condition. People with disabilities are not charity cases\, nor items that need to be fixed. This fun\, interactive training for youth up to age 12 will highlight the many important contributions that people with disabilities have made in society. It will illustrate the unique perspectives and experiences of young people in the disability community. Most importantly\, it will show participants why being a part of this community is an awesome thing\, and that we’re amazing\, just as we are. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/disability-pride-history-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T131012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T131012Z
UID:14131-1662573600-1662577200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:IL Philosophy & Self Directed Services (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians & ages 12 and under.\nIndependent living philosophy includes directing\, or in the case of young people – learning to direct\, one’s life. This webinar will help families and youth understand the concepts behind the Independent Living Philosophy and selecting supports. Youth will participate in a fun independent living activity. Adults will continue with training in exploring support options. If you or your son or daughter receive Community Mental Health services\, you can control how the money for your services is spent by using an independent budget and financial management services. This option is called self-directed services for adults\, choice waiver services for children\, or sometimes self-determination. Partners Advancing Self-Determination will cover the basics. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan & PASD.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/il-philosophy-self-directed-services-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T203000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T125630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T125630Z
UID:14122-1660071600-1660077000@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:How to Ask for an Accommodation (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians & ages 12 and under. \nThis webinar focuses on identifying a child’s strengths and disability related needs to request appropriate accommodations in school or future employment. Youth ages 12 and under\, will participate in a fun activity to help them explore their strengths\, while learning more about accommodations. Guardians and family members will continue training by being provided information on the protections provided through IDEA\, 504 Plans vs. IEPs\, types of accommodations\, and options available when accommodation requests don’t go as planned.  (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/how-to-ask-for-an-accommodation-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T131012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T131012Z
UID:14131-1662573600-1662577200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:IL Philosophy & Self Directed Services (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians & ages 12 and under.\nIndependent living philosophy includes directing\, or in the case of young people – learning to direct\, one’s life. This webinar will help families and youth understand the concepts behind the Independent Living Philosophy and selecting supports. Youth will participate in a fun independent living activity. Adults will continue with training in exploring support options. If you or your son or daughter receive Community Mental Health services\, you can control how the money for your services is spent by using an independent budget and financial management services. This option is called self-directed services for adults\, choice waiver services for children\, or sometimes self-determination. Partners Advancing Self-Determination will cover the basics. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan & PASD.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/il-philosophy-self-directed-services-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T123809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T123809Z
UID:14111-1660762800-1660766400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride & History (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nAges 12 and under.\nDisability is a natural\, beautiful part of the human condition. People with disabilities are not charity cases\, nor items that need to be fixed. This fun\, interactive training for youth up to age 12 will highlight the many important contributions that people with disabilities have made in society. It will illustrate the unique perspectives and experiences of young people in the disability community. Most importantly\, it will show participants why being a part of this community is an awesome thing\, and that we’re amazing\, just as we are. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/disability-pride-history-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T203000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T125630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T125630Z
UID:14122-1660071600-1660077000@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:How to Ask for an Accommodation (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians & ages 12 and under. \nThis webinar focuses on identifying a child’s strengths and disability related needs to request appropriate accommodations in school or future employment. Youth ages 12 and under\, will participate in a fun activity to help them explore their strengths\, while learning more about accommodations. Guardians and family members will continue training by being provided information on the protections provided through IDEA\, 504 Plans vs. IEPs\, types of accommodations\, and options available when accommodation requests don’t go as planned.  (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/how-to-ask-for-an-accommodation-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T123809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T123809Z
UID:14111-1660762800-1660766400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride & History (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nAges 12 and under.\nDisability is a natural\, beautiful part of the human condition. People with disabilities are not charity cases\, nor items that need to be fixed. This fun\, interactive training for youth up to age 12 will highlight the many important contributions that people with disabilities have made in society. It will illustrate the unique perspectives and experiences of young people in the disability community. Most importantly\, it will show participants why being a part of this community is an awesome thing\, and that we’re amazing\, just as we are. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/disability-pride-history-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T131012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T131012Z
UID:14131-1662573600-1662577200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:IL Philosophy & Self Directed Services (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians & ages 12 and under.\nIndependent living philosophy includes directing\, or in the case of young people – learning to direct\, one’s life. This webinar will help families and youth understand the concepts behind the Independent Living Philosophy and selecting supports. Youth will participate in a fun independent living activity. Adults will continue with training in exploring support options. If you or your son or daughter receive Community Mental Health services\, you can control how the money for your services is spent by using an independent budget and financial management services. This option is called self-directed services for adults\, choice waiver services for children\, or sometimes self-determination. Partners Advancing Self-Determination will cover the basics. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan & PASD.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/il-philosophy-self-directed-services-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T203000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T125630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T125630Z
UID:14122-1660071600-1660077000@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:How to Ask for an Accommodation (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians & ages 12 and under. \nThis webinar focuses on identifying a child’s strengths and disability related needs to request appropriate accommodations in school or future employment. Youth ages 12 and under\, will participate in a fun activity to help them explore their strengths\, while learning more about accommodations. Guardians and family members will continue training by being provided information on the protections provided through IDEA\, 504 Plans vs. IEPs\, types of accommodations\, and options available when accommodation requests don’t go as planned.  (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/how-to-ask-for-an-accommodation-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T123809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T123809Z
UID:14111-1660762800-1660766400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride & History (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nAges 12 and under.\nDisability is a natural\, beautiful part of the human condition. People with disabilities are not charity cases\, nor items that need to be fixed. This fun\, interactive training for youth up to age 12 will highlight the many important contributions that people with disabilities have made in society. It will illustrate the unique perspectives and experiences of young people in the disability community. Most importantly\, it will show participants why being a part of this community is an awesome thing\, and that we’re amazing\, just as we are. (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/disability-pride-history-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T203000
DTSTAMP:20260708T062703
CREATED:20220804T125630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T125630Z
UID:14122-1660071600-1660077000@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:How to Ask for an Accommodation (PTWTSD)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Paving the Way to Self Determination program. \nFor family/guardians & ages 12 and under. \nThis webinar focuses on identifying a child’s strengths and disability related needs to request appropriate accommodations in school or future employment. Youth ages 12 and under\, will participate in a fun activity to help them explore their strengths\, while learning more about accommodations. Guardians and family members will continue training by being provided information on the protections provided through IDEA\, 504 Plans vs. IEPs\, types of accommodations\, and options available when accommodation requests don’t go as planned.  (Presented by Disability Network Southwest Michigan.) \nTo learn about the Paving the Way to Self Determination program and all of the trainings offered\, as well as to register for trainings\, visit: Paving The Way to Self Determination.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/how-to-ask-for-an-accommodation-ptwtsd/
CATEGORIES:Paving the Way to Self Determination
END:VEVENT
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