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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday-2/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-tuesday-3/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Confronting Domestic Violence Through Disability-Inclusive Strategies (Quarterly Special Event!)
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-confronting-domestic-violence-through-disability-inclusive-strategies-quarterly-special-event/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T180000
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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday-2/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092743
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SUMMARY:PtW: The Basics of Supported Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is intended for families/guardians. \n\n\n\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 to remain as independent and autonomous as possible. This presentation will discuss tools\, that can be used to support people in decision-making while retaining their rights. \n\n\n\nThis event is presented by Mary Shehan of The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council on: \n\n\n\n\nMonday\, October 21\, 2024 at 3:30 to 5:00 PM — Click here to register\n\n\n\n\nThe Basics of Supported Decision Making is part of our Paving the Way to Self Determination training series. Be sure to check out the other Paving the Way events HERE!
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ptw-the-basics-of-supported-decision-making/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Paving the Way to Self Determination
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T113000
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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-tuesday-3/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T153000
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SUMMARY:PtW: IEP - A Closer Look
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is intended for families/guardians. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will help you take a more in-depth look at the core areas of the IEP and prioritize your greatest concerns. You will learn how to address concerns through the IEP process and improve your ability to have productive conversations. \n\n\n\nThis event is presented by Stephanie Nicholls of Michigan Alliance for Families on: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 23\, 2024 at 3:30 to 5:00 PM — Click here to register\n\n\n\n\nIEP – A Closer Look is part of our Paving the Way to Self Determination training series. Be sure to check out the other Paving the Way events HERE!
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ptw-iep-a-closer-look-4/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Paving the Way to Self Determination
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Confronting Domestic Violence Through Disability-Inclusive Strategies (Quarterly Special Event!)
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following time: \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-confronting-domestic-violence-through-disability-inclusive-strategies-quarterly-special-event-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T092744
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T170801Z
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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday-2/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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