…of assistive technology, and answers to commonly asked questions. The book supports the Four-Blocks® Literacy Model and provides a list of children’s literature that can be used in lessons. https://www.amazon.com/Children-Disabilities-Four-Blocks%C2%AE-Four-Blocks-Literacy/dp/1600221254…
…Syndrome Communicate Better provides parents and professionals with the information and resources they need to improve their child s communication at school, at home, and in the wider community. https://www.amazon.com/Helping-Children-Syndrome-Communicate-Better/dp/1890627542…
…an Inclusive Education Consultant, passionate about school-wide systems change, policy advocacy, professional development, and writing. In particular, she likes working with students with Down syndrome and their educational teams. https://www.cherylmjorgensen.com/Resources.html…
A professional development webinar, tackling where educators might begin when developing curriculum modifications for their students. https://www.youtube.com/embed/kmvWTM4qyu0…
…settings, legal issues related to health care proxies and other instruments, concerns raised by medical professionals, and how to effectively facilitate and strengthen supported decision-making in health care settings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyWyMwyyFe0…
…Durable Power of Attorney. You might be interested in looking into a Durable Power of Attorney, along with a Health Care Proxy, if considering alternatives to Guardianship. Original Source: https://www.honoringchoicesmass.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Things-to-Know-About-a-Durable-Power-of-Attorney3.pdf…
…as they enter adulthood? Fred Misilo leads this training on guardianship, alternatives to guardianship and other “coming of age” related issues for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEmXSJaFruM …
…Faculty at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital; and Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist III, Advocate Medical Group Adult Down Syndrome Center Part of the MDSC 37th Annual Virtual Conference https://www.youtube.com/embed/yjKg1bbcz7s…
…information centers and supports youth/young adults with disabilities and their families by providing resources and information on transition, employment and independent living. For more information, visit https://www.raisecenter.org. Original Source: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/RAISE-The-Standard-Newsletter—September-2018.html?soid=1115638112245&aid=YXWpLiSUstw&fbclid=IwAR3WMqOOsf_JdhUOR217joGngzvP026vM9P3C3MUJTi1bfO_-fC8x1Sff08…
…wrote this article to share an unusual Social Security benefit that parents caring for an adult with a disability in their home might be able to take advantage of. https://www.margolis.com/our-blog/little-known-social-security-benefit-for-parents-of-disabled-children?fbclid=IwAR16PE1UiOzzrnYMrLi-Q2CKgdI8uKnFfjECAPRf2PRBAJ99H30M5VD_hkg…
