TRANSITION RESOURCE FAIR IN WESTERN MA.

PARENTS, STUDENTS, EDUCATORS-

LEARN MORE ABOUT STATE AND LOCAL PROGRAMS THAT OFFER SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES DURING THE TRANSITION STAGE AND AFTER TURNING 22. TALK TO AGENCY REPRESENTATIVES, PICK UP INFORMATION FROM OVER 20 EXHIBITORS AND ARRANGE TO MEET INDIVIDUALLY FOR FOLLOW UP QUESTIONS.

ATTEND THREE MINI-SEMINARS

· 688 AND THE TRANSITION PROCESS- WHAT ARE THE TIME LINES? – 6:30-6:50

· WHAT’S HAPPENING IN POST SECONDARY EDUCATION?- 7:00-7:30

· HEAR ABOUT EMPLOYMENT AND DAY PROGRAM MODELS – 7:45-8:30


STUDENTS, TRY OUT SOME ACTIVITIES IN THE SELF-ADVOCACY ROOM!

CHECK INTO A SUPPORT GROUP FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS OF TRANSITION AGE STUDENTS. WE CAN MAKE IT THROUGH THIS TOGETHER.


WHEN: TUESDAY, APRIL 26, 2011, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

WHERE: *HOPKINS ACADEMY CAFETERIA, 131 RUSSELL STREET, HADLEY

QUESTIONS? CONTACT HAMPSHIRE FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER

585-8010 EXTENSION 205 OR 207

SPONSORED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES,

FRANKLIN/HAMPSHIRE AREA OFFICE

AND

THE HAMPSHIRE FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER

TRANSITION WORKSHOP

If your child is between the ages of 14 & 21, and has special needs you don't want to miss this workshop!!

Workshop Title: PLANNING A LIFE: MAKING THE MOST OUT OF HIGH SCHOOL
(for students with disabilities)

Date: Friday, April 1st & Saturday, April 2nd 2011

Time: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Place: SCAN360, 11 Wilbraham Road, Springfield, Massachusetts


I attended this conference last year and found it to be very helpful.

Come & Learn About:
*Creating a vision for the future
*Person Centered Planning
*Transition Requirements of IDEA 2004, The Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act of 2004
*Importance of transition assessments for best results
*Using the Transition Planning Form to prioritize and incorporate transition
goals into the IEP
*Employment, Job Development, Work Supports
*Making connections & networking with other families going through the transition
planning process
(Taken from: Planning a Life brochure developed by the
Federation for Children with Special Needs)

This conference is open to everyone.  For families in Boston, Worcester and Springfield, registration is free through Transition Works! a grant in partnership with the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission.

Additionally you can apply for scholarships (before 3/21) available through the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) Call 617-770-7676 Council Empowerment Funds Program but register first!

Register NOW space is limited!
Go to http://fcsn.org/pti/workshops/transition.php and download the conference brochure.                                 

Need additional information? contact Terri McLaughlin 617-236-7210 x336 or tmclaugh@fcsn.org  

Transition to Adult Services Workshop Series

This workshop series is presented by:
EMARC Family Resource Center

PLACE: Malden High School, Cafeteria 
77 Salem Street
Malden, MA. 02148

DATE: Wed. April 6th & 13, 2011

TIME: 5:30 - 7:30 pm 

COST: $10 for the series (scholarships are available)

Pizza will be provided!  
 
Series Agenda: 
April 6th- Working with your School System:   
Learn how to get the most out of transition planning...your rights and responsibilities, the IEP, ITP, and goal setting
Pat Pakos, Arc of Massachusetts
 
April 13th- Adult Services - What, How, and When?
DDS vs. Mass Rehab, Chapter 688, the Eligibility Process, Availability of Services, the Transition Plan and Procedures
Dorrie Freedman, Department of Developmental Services
 
 
Malden Residents may be able to attend at no cost,
thanks to a grant from WalMart.  Contact us for details.
 
Advance Registration is required.
**This workshop fills quickly, so register ASAP!**
 
                 
Register online at http://www.theemarc.org/workshoponlineregistration124.html

Or contact Michelle Faugno at 781-942-4888 x4018, or by email to: mfaugno@theemarc.org