CREATING COMMUNITY Sponsored by:

Bay Area Center for Independent Living and

DDA Regional Office

Please join our experts for informational training sessions as they

share the best ways to navigate both the emotional and physical

needs of your child.

Saturday, April 16, 2016 9 am to 3 pm Wor-Wic Community College 32000 Campus Drive Salisbury, MD 21804

909 Progress Circle Suite 300 Salisbury, MD 21804 443-260-0822 www.bayareacil.org

BREAK OUT SESSIONS:

Bully/Harassment

Join us in reviewing Maryland’s Model Policy for Bullying, Harassment and Intimidation. The workshop will also offer tips for how to approach bullying within the child’s education program and how to properly report bullying to authorities.

Special Needs Trust/ ABLE

This session allows parents of special needs children to familiarize themselves with SNT’s and how they are used in favor of your child(ren)’s future( s).

Benefits Counseling

Learn your options for receiving work incentives if you are between the ages of 18 and 64 and are a SSI or SSDI recipient. This session assists with understanding your state and federal benefit programs, insurance coverage and protecting you monthly income.

10 Tips for IEP

Considering an Individualized Education Program for your child? This workshop helps you figure out how to work with institutions to collaborate and create an effective, personalized program for your child.

BREAK OUT SESSIONS:

Self Advocacy Self Advocacy is understanding your strengths and needs, identifying your personal goals, knowing your legal rights and responsibilities, and communicating those to others “Learn How to Speak Up for Oneself” Behavioral Resources This workshop will provide strategies and ideas parents and caregivers can implement to assist their child in displaying alternative positive behaviors. Participants will receive concrete strategies, handouts, and activities they can implement with their child to improve functional behaviors. Respite Services Respite is a program that helps caregivers get a break from the care they provide to a loved one. Come and learn more about available services. Technology at Your Fingertips Learn simple techniques and apps that will help you maximize the use of your Smart Phone, Tablet, or iPad. Bring your device along with power cord to class.

Transitioning Youth Panel Discussion Hear about the experiences of both students and parents about the valuable lessons learned on their path to transitioning from middle school to high school and beyond. Time will be allotted for questions from the audience.

Cost is $10 (includes lunch, morning refreshments and handouts)

Registration Deadline: Wed, April 6, 2016