Adult Transition Program in Western MA.

 Now Enrolling: Adult Transition Program

(Ages 18–22)

Embracing Life’s Path

We’re excited to announce that our Adult Transition Program currently has openings for young

adults ages 18–22 who are ready to build independence, confidence, and essential life skills as

they transition into adulthood.

🌱 Program Focus Areas

💬 Social Skills

Build meaningful connections, improve communication, and develop positive relationships.

🏠 Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Learn practical life skills that promote independence at home and in the community.

💼 Vocational Skills

Gain job-readiness experience and prepare for future employment opportunities.

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

Give back to the community while building teamwork, responsibility, and confidence.

📣 Ready to Learn More?

If you or someone you know could benefit from a supportive, hands-on transition program,

we’d love to connect!

📞 Contact us today 413-525-1500

📧 Email: info@embracingthecreativechild.com

Supporting young adults on their path toward independence and success.

Intro to DDS ¡en español ! Introduction to DDS in Spanish!

¡Únase a nosotros e invite a sus familias a unirse a nosotros para una presentación solo en español sobre cómo funciona DDS!   Please join us, and invite your families to join us, for a Spanish only presentation on how DDS works!     Nov 06 Descripción General De Los Servicios De DDS Como familiar de un niño con una discapacidad del desarrollo, quizás se pregunte sobre los apoyos que ofrece el Departamento de Servicios del Desarrollo. Acompañe a Joemary Rodriguez De Jesus y Leilani Paniagua, para abordar preguntas como: • ¿Cómo se califica para el DDS? • ¿Qué tipo de recursos hay disponibles a través del Apoyo Familiar? • ¿Cómo es la transición a los servicios para adultos? ¡Todos los padres, tutores, cuidadores u otros familiares son bienvenidos a asistir, en cualquier momento de su proceso!

TRANSITION FAIR: 4/2/2025

 

The popular Transition Resource Fair is coming!

 

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.  Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School 80 Locust Street Northampton, MA 01060

 

Attendee Registration

 

The Transition Resource Fair focuses on future options for high school students as they and their families plan their transition from DDS children’s services to adult services. The event provides an opportunity to meet with representatives of many organizations. The Fair is a free resource event open to the entire community.    We respectfully request that you register for the fair so we will be prepared for the correct number of attendees, however registration is not required. Registration is required for requests for Spanish interpretation, and must be received by March 24.  If you have additional questions, please email joanne.lucey@servicenet.org.

 

The Transition Resource Fair is sponsored by Family Empowerment and the Department of Developmental Disabilities. If your organization would like an Exhibitor table, please email joanne.lucey@servicenet.org for more information and to register. Family Empowerment is a Pathlight program of ServiceNet. Family Empowerment/ServiceNet | 11 Village Hill Road | Northampton, MA 01060 US

FREE 5 Part Series Workshops on Special Education in Spanish

The Federation for Children with Special Needs, Central/West DDS Regional Office, Multicultural Community Services, and Centro are all teaming up to present a five-part series on special education, in Spanish, on the following topics:

 

Introduction to US Schools- October 8

Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility- October 22

Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP- November 5

Basic Rights: Transition Planning- November 19

Bullying: What Parents Need to Know- December 3 

 

Each presentation will be held from 10 AM-12 PM, completely in Spanish, virtually via Zoom. Some family support centers will host watch parties at their center (for more information about the watch party ask your local support center).

 

Registration link https://fcsn.org/event/serie-de-entrenamientos-sobre-educacion-especial-en-espanol-2/

 

With gratitude,

Rebecca

Rebecca Davis (She/Hers)

Director of Transition Projects

rdavis@fcsn.org

 

Federation for Children with Special Needs   

www.fcsn.org  ● 800.331.0688 ● 617.236.7210   

800-841-2900 (TTY:711) Monday-Friday 8am-5pm   

 

FCSN is working with MRC on the NextGen Careers Initiative.  Click here to learn more! 

   

Community Event in Spfld. MA.

 

MOSAIC-MAKING & STORY-TELLING & School Education-Advocacy Questions For FAMILIES

You’re Invited to Craft and Chat with Us! Join us from the Support Network

(funding provided by W. Mass Dept. of Mental Health)

AUGUST 24, Thursday, 1:00 -2:30

Mason Square Branch Library 765 State St., Springfield

Please bring: yourself/ children who may enjoy a simple craft and English/ Spanish story reading (target ages 4-12)

RSVP TO: Jan Lamberg jlamberg@wmtcinfo.org TEXT: (413) 387-7161

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Do you have a child with special needs?

Are you struggling to access appropriate and needed services for your child?

If you think an educational advocate could be helpful to you, I am currently taking new clients. Call or email me and see if you think I could be a good match for you.

FREE AT/AAC Workshop

 

Make sure to join us for NEAT’s AT Summit!

June 9, 2023 8:30-3:00

at the NEAT Center, 33 Coventry St. in Hartford

Join us for an in-person, assistive technology (AT) awareness day designed for educators, related service professionals, families, and more. This open house event will be held at NO COST for the public, thanks to generous support from the CT State Department of Education and the CT Tech Act Project.

• Attend informational sessions
o Morning:“Free Assistive Technology Tools to Make Life Easier Today”

o Late Morning: “AT in Action: Debbie’s Story”
o Afternoon:“Augmentative & Alternative Communication Tools for Different Ages and Needs”

• View AT/AAC demonstrations in the NEAT Learning Lab

• Participate in hands-on learning opportunities, including adaptive video gaming

• Tour the Smart Home on Wheels

• Chat with the NEAT team and AT Champions program participants

• Ask personalized AT/AAC questions

• Discover opportunities within our Bridging the Digital Divide program

• Network with others in our community

• Learn about Oak Hill’s adaptive equipment reuse program & other specialized centers

• Food vendors will be on site

  Find additional details on our website!

  Subscribe to NEAT’s newsletter to make sure you don’t miss out! Just can’t wait to learn more? Contact CentersConnect@OakHillCT.org