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6 Core Principals of IDEA
6 Core Principals of IDEA
This presentation will cover the six foundational principles of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Participants will learn about evaluation, FAPE, IEP, LRE, parent and student participation, and procedural safeguards.
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Drop In Family Support Time
Drop In Family Support Time
This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations.
Family Connections: Family-Led Crisis Planning
Family Connections: Family-Led Crisis Planning
We believe parents and caregivers are the experts when it comes to their own family: to make decisions and plans whether it involves the development, safety, education, wellbeing, services, and care for their children.
2 events,
6 Core Principals of IDEA
6 Core Principals of IDEA
This presentation will cover the six foundational principles of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a federal law that gives eligible children with disabilities rights to the specially designed instruction and individualized services and supports they need to benefit from public education. Participants will learn about evaluation, FAPE, IEP, LRE, parent and student participation, and procedural safeguards.
A Taste of Cafés: No Rain, No Flowers
A Taste of Cafés: No Rain, No Flowers
If every day were filled with only sunshine and rain never fell, the world would soon become a desolate desert.
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Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
Join other parents for a monthly meeting and online gathering to coach and support other parents in any system.
2 events,
Council on Developmental Disabilities Meeting
Council on Developmental Disabilities Meeting
The current 25-member Council includes people with disabilities, parents, family member advocates, and required governmental representatives.
Steps for Success: Making IEP Meetings Work
Steps for Success: Making IEP Meetings Work
Do you often leave your child's IEP meeting feeling as if your concerns were not heard or addressed and that nothing has changed?
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Positively Impacting Addiction by Training and Empowering the Family
Positively Impacting Addiction by Training and Empowering the Family
Allies in Recovery uses CRAFT: Community Reinforcement and Family Training a scientifically proven alternative approach to Al-Anon, for families struggling with the addiction of a loved one.
1 event,
Mapping Dreams: Transition to Adulthood
Mapping Dreams: Transition to Adulthood
This training provides strategies for what parents and youth can do to help plan for the student’s transition from high school to adult employment, postsecondary education or training, and independent living.
2 events,
Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting
Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting
The Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. via zoom.
“Welcome the Father”: Strengthening Father Inclusive Practices
“Welcome the Father”: Strengthening Father Inclusive Practices
Today's communities, families, and children have as much potential and promise as ever, yet it seems this potential is often thwarted or unrealized.
6 events,
Board of Mental Health Meeting
Board of Mental Health Meeting
The Department of Mental Health Board Committee meetings will be held before the Board meeting. The full Board will begin at 9 a.m.
Tips for Effective IEP Meetings: Before, During and After
Tips for Effective IEP Meetings: Before, During and After
It’s hard to remember everything you need to know for an IEP meeting. Join us and learn steps on how to prepare before, during and after the meeting.
Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
This hour is open for any family member to drop in to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations.
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A Taste of Cafés: Dancing in the Rain (Strength in the Rain)
A Taste of Cafés: Dancing in the Rain (Strength in the Rain)
As the parent of a child with a disability, you are thrust into the role of a caregiver for a lifetime. While it can be overwhelming, it can also be an unbelievable venture into learning about the limitless human spirit and indescribable love. As the saying goes: It isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s about learning to dance in the rain.
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Walk MS: Jackson
Walk MS: Jackson
Walk MS unites the MS community in the largest gathering of its kind to raise funds and make a difference for everyone living with MS. And while there is no fundraising minimum, we encourage you to aim high and set a fundraising goal. Why? With every dollar you raise, you raise up someone living with MS, helping make life with MS a little easier and bringing us that much closer to a cure.
3 events,
Parent’s Day Out
Parent’s Day Out
A family-led support group, SIPP offers parents, guardians, and caregivers a platform to share challenges, seek advice, and support youth within the NFusion Metro program. They meet the first Saturday of every month (unless otherwise scheduled).
Positive Solutions for Families: Tips for Families of Younger Children with Challenging Behavior
Positive Solutions for Families: Tips for Families of Younger Children with Challenging Behavior
Does it seem as if the simplest activity can quickly turn into disaster when your child’s behavior is out of control? You are not alone! Many, if not most, parents find themselves struggling with behavior at some point. The good news is that there are evidence-based, effective strategies (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports -PBIS) that you can use to create POSITIVE and LASTING solutions for your family. JOIN US!
SAMHSA-Sponsored Webinar Equity in Mental Health and Substance Use Support: Overcoming Challenges to Access for Families
SAMHSA-Sponsored Webinar Equity in Mental Health and Substance Use Support: Overcoming Challenges to Access for Families
Mental health and substance use challenges affect families across diverse geographic, socio-economic, and cultural demographics.
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Denim Day 2024: Sexual Violence Awareness & Support
Denim Day 2024: Sexual Violence Awareness & Support
DENIM DAY is about bringing awareness to sexual violence issues, supporting survivors, and educating ourselves and others. Join millions of people across the world in wearing jeans with a purpose- support Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in protest against injustice and rape culture. This event is free, but tickets and registration is required.
3 events,
A Bridge of Hope Where Faith and Mental Health Connect
A Bridge of Hope Where Faith and Mental Health Connect
This enlightening summit is dedicated to equipping faith-based communities with the knowledge and tools necessary to support mental health within their congregations and beyond. It’s a unique opportunity to come together, learn, share experiences, and strengthen our collective capacity to foster well-being in our communities.
Community Wellness and Peer Support Training Academy
Community Wellness and Peer Support Training Academy
Imagine a place where communities are seen as the heroes, not the ones needing rescue.
The CWAPS Training Academy is open to all and seeks to ignite a movement where every voice is heard, every need is valued, and every action contributes to the holistic wellness of communities.
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
This group focuses on understanding current policy issues and opportunities to serve on decision-making committees.
1 event,
Volunteers Needed: Matt house & Billy Brumfield
Volunteers Needed: Matt house & Billy Brumfield
BBGDF is calling for volunteers at: Matt's House (Women's Shelter) and Billy Brumfield (Men's Shelter)!
Please join us as we serve and socialize:
Matt's House (Women's Shelter) - every 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 pm
Billy Brumfield (Men's Shelter) - every 4th Saturday at 6:30 pm
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Briarwood Market & Mixer at Briarwood Place JXN
Briarwood Market & Mixer at Briarwood Place JXN
Join us at the Briarwood Market and Mixer for a fun-filled gathering of local vendors, delicious food, music, complimentary mimosas and more
2 events,
Living The Protective Factors
This two-day workshop gives participants the opportunity to “test-drive” the five research-based Strengthening Families™ Protective Factors that are proven to keep children safe and families strong.
Family Connections: Acceptance…and the Art of Parenting Adult Children
Family Connections: Acceptance…and the Art of Parenting Adult Children
Most people are very familiar with the five stages of childhood, but the stages of parenting are harder to define – it's not based on our age or other milestones. The stages of parenting are unique to our own life experiences – and as unique as your adult child.
2 events,
A Taste of Cafés: Mama Said: (Parent Café)
A Taste of Cafés: Mama Said: (Parent Café)
Life is filled with ups and downs. It is impossible to stay positive all the time. Everyone experiences negative emotions from time to time.
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