Procedural Safeguards: What is Child Find?

It can be confusing to know what to do if it seems like a child has a disability that affects their learning and they are not currently receiving special education services. This session goes over what public schools are obligated to do if they become aware of children in this situation and how families can […]

Virtual Family Support Meeting

Open to any parent or caregiver raising a child—we’re here to check in with each other, discuss problems and concerns and support one another.

MSPTI: Request, Referral and Consent

Request, Referral and Consent: What do these three words mean to parents? Do you know how to request evaluations, make a referral or what you must give written consent for before evaluations or services can begin? Join us and learn what you need to know and how to use the information as you advocate for […]

Virtual Family Support Meeting

Open to any parent or caregiver raising a child—we’re here to check in with each other, discuss problems and concerns and support one another.

REACH MS: What Tasks Can My Child Do?

From Reach MS: During this month’s meeting, we will extend our discussion from last month. We will focus on how to break down everyday tasks to determine what steps your child is able to independently complete. Then, we will brainstorm what supports might be needed as we think about scaffolding for higher levels of self-care […]

What is a System of Care and What Does Wraparound Mean?

The term 'System of Care" is often used to describe mental health approaches and is actually mandated in Mississippi state law. This webinar explains what system of care means and what families should be able to expect if that approach is offered to them This session is part of a five part series and focuses […]

Mississippi Child Tele-Psychiatry Virtual Summit

With webinars for Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Mental Health Advocates, Families, and Legislators. For more information or to register, email Ms. Gigi Holder gholder@umc.edu.

Leadership Training Graduates Coaching and Support Group

This group will focus on opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making groups, provide coaching guidance for those who are already serving on groups or about to serve on groups, and will be a place where graduates can discuss common concerns, problems and successes that will help them be more effective parent/caregiver leaders. […]

The Early Years: Building Blocks to a Successful Future

The Early Years: Building Blocks to a Successful Future Enjoy an excellent line up of speakers covering the topics of: Building Parents as Leaders Transition from Part C to Part B (early intervention to pre-school) Using Play as a Tool for Learning Supporting Families of Young Children with Special Healthcare Needs Registration Fee: Professionals - […]