October 2018
North Shore: A Community Conversion with Older Caregivers of Adults with Disabilities
A Community Conversation with Older Caregivers of Adults with Disabilities Friday, October 5, 2018 | 10:00AM - 12:00 PM Registration, refreshments, and networking begin at 9:30AM North Shore Elder Services 300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 200, Danvers, MA 01923 Online registration is required. Join us for a facilitated discussion with older caregivers to examine: What supports and services work well? Where are the gaps? What is important for service providers to understand? Who Should Attend? Older caregivers and family members…
Find out more »Raising the Bar: Seeing Employment as Part of Our Children’s Future
Employment is an important milestone for youth transitioning into adult life. This is equally true for youth with significant disabilities. This session is designed to help parents see that with high expectations, the right supports, and thoughtful preparation, employment is possible. Success stories will be shared and strategies offered to help youth prepare for employment through chores at home and work experience in the community. Families play a vital role in the transition success of youth with disabilities and this…
Find out more »Partnering with Families: Working Towards Employment Success
Families want what is best for their youth or young adult with a disability. This includes the opportunity to be a part of the community and earn income through employment. Some families may be apprehensive to explore competitive employment, especially if their son or daughter has high support needs. Others may see a future that includes employment, but don’t know how to support their son or daughter in preparing for it. This session will highlight the importance of family involvement…
Find out more »Merrimack Valley: A Community Conversion with Older Caregivers of Adults with Disabilities
A Community Conversion with Older Caregivers of Adults with Disabilities Thursday, October 18, 2018 | 10:00AM - 12:00PM Registration, refreshments, and networking begin at 9:30AM Northern Essex Community College, Technology Center, Room 103B 100 Elliot Street, Haverhill, MA, 01830 Online registration is required. Join us for a facilitated discussion with older caregivers to examine: What supports and services work well? Where are the gaps? What is important for service providers to understand? Who Should Attend? Older caregivers and family…
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