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Sign Language Class 2/12 class is canceled! Stay safe!
Tuesdays February 19, End 4/9
Free!
*4:30 – 5:00 eat and review alphabet/numbers all while working on ASL and manners.
*5:00 – 6:00 Class will direct needs
*Feel free to come at 4:30 or 5:00, whatever works best for you.
This opportunity is for: Families, Professionals and Community!
Faith Lutheran Church.
207 South Cherry Ave. (Marshfield
Questions? Pam 715-423-7182 ironkids@hotmail.com
Sponsored by: Marawood Construction Services
& Parents Information and Education Resource (PIER)
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2/21&22 Transition Conference 2019: Continuing the Pathways to Brighter Futures!
https://www.edevents.org/conferences/46/transition-conference-2019-continuing-the-pathways
Join hundreds of teachers, administrators, parents, students, support staff, community agencies and other stake holders across the state and region for the Wisconsin Transition Conference for youth and young adults with disabilities.
We invite participants to imagine, learn and connect with others ,share their learned experiences, evidence-based practices, advocacy, and/ or resources for transition age youth receiving services.
Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells, WI
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2/23 Addressing & Understanding Behavior ~ Asperger Experts ~Travis Monson: an "Embracing the Future with Possibilities" Conference! Register now! http://angermenotfndation.wixsite.com/angermenotfoundation/workshopregistration
This event on will not be canceled due to weather.
Mr. Monson is flying in from Utah on Friday!
Please watch the weather and be safe!
Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Marshfield
8 am to 5 pm
Thank you to our Sponsors! Autism Society of Central WI, Autism Support of Central Wisconsin, Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs/Northern Region, Wis Pact, Ho Chunk, WEAP and Families for Sponsoring this event!
Travis Monson, Head of Research & Development and Managing Partner will be presenting information about the need for Sensory, how to remove from "defense mode" and Motivating the "unmotivated".
Childcare Registry approved!
Please go to the Anger Me Not Website for more information http://angermenotfndation.wixsite.com/angermenotfoundation/possibilities
Hosting a Resource Table
Parent Scholarship
Laura 715-207-7785 angermenotfoundation@gmail.com
If you need help with transportation and/or in home childcare contact Allison
Northern Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Regional Center (CYSHCN)
715-261-1906 800-642-7837 specialneedsinfo@co.marathon.wi.us http://northernregionalcenter.org.
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2/26/19 ADHD, Anxiety, Depression & Suicide
Do you need help understanding your child’s or students’ mental health issues? What are the WARNING signs that your child/student may be having problems and is need of professional help? What do you do? Where do you go?
Dr. Brian Fidlin is a clinical psychologist and nationally recognized speaker on the areas of pediatric brain development, substance abuse/dependency, and obesity. Please join us for an evening of strategies and conversation! Together we can navigate our children, families, and schools toward an understanding of adolescent decision making, emotions, and risk-taking.
4:45-5:30 Pizza served
5:30-7:30pm Presentation
McMillan Memorial Library
*Childcare available with registration.
To register, go to:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dr-fidlin-mental-health-presentation-tickets-55643309637?aff=ebdssbnotavail
Or contact Pam Ironside: (715)423-7182 ironkids@hotmail.com
Brittney Lau: brittney.lau@wrps.net
Sara Kolo: sara.kolo@wrps.net
Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools and Parent Information and Education Resource (PIER) have joined forces to promote communication between school and family within our community.
Together we can strengthen OUR children’s ability to succeed as we build:
Strong Families, Strong Schools,
and a Strong Community!
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2/ 25-26 CESA 5 Speech and Language Institute Pre-conference sessions Sunday, February 24, 2019
https://slpinstitute.cesa5.org/
Augmentative & Alternative Communication Team from the Waisman Center presenting: Working Together to Promote Students’ Successful Communication
AAC Feature Matching for Individuals with Complex Communication Needs (75 mins): AAC is not a "one size fits all" approach for individuals with complex motor, sensory, and communication needs, including cerebral palsy and other neuromotor impairments. Presenters will provide an explanation of the feature matching process that is essential for selecting and implementing appropriately matched AAC systems with the individual. FM is key to ensure that language development and physical access needs are met, therefore providing the most effective and efficient ways for an individual to functionally communicate. AAC Partnership Program (75 mins): Presenters will discuss a pilot program we are working to establish that would expedite clients' access to evidence-based, high-quality augmentative and alternative communication evaluations and treatment by building capacity of speech-language pathologists around the state of Wisconsin to support device trials, rental completion, and purchase recommendations following an initial feature match at CASC.
Language Therapy for Children Using AAC (90 mins): This presentation will highlight evidenced-based teaching techniques for students with complex communication needs (CCN) using AAC. Intervention tips will span across language domains, including semantics (e.g., vocabulary selection and device customization), morphology, syntax, pragmatics (e.g., supporting a variety of communicative functions, emphasizing educational inclusion), and early literacy instruction. Teaching techniques (e.g., aided language stimulation, cueing hierarchies, and appropriate prompts), goal writing, and implementation tips will be highlighted.
AAC Resources for your Toolkit (60 mins): This portion of the talk will focus on a resource share with information about online supports and groups, vendor contacts, free and inexpensive apps and tools, etc. Participants are also encouraged to bring your own favorite tips and tricks to share with the group. If you have an iPad, bring it along and we'll walk you through downloading and setting up apps that can be used to begin AAC modeling and teaching today!
Dr. J. Scott Yaruss, CCC-CLP, BCS-F, ASHA Fellow presenting Childhood Stuttering: A Practical Approach School-age children who stutter can face many challenges, both in and out of the classroom. Common problems include negative emotional reactions, such as embarrassment and anxiety; difficulties reading aloud in class or participating in group discussions; and limitations while interacting with peers. Unfortunately, many speech-language pathologists report that they are not confident in their ability to help children deal with these consequences of stuttering. Clinicians also report uncertainty about meeting eligibility criteria, generalizing gains made in the therapy room to real-world situations, and dealing with problems like bullying. The purpose of this workshop is to provide clinicians with applicable, practical strategies for helping school-age children and adolescents who stutter overcome the problems associated with stuttering. The presentation will include: specific guidelines for conducting comprehensive evaluations that support treatment recommendations and goal-writing; detailed instructions for how to prepare children for therapy to ensure success; and video examples of numerous treatment strategies and activities designed to help children improve their fluency, reduce their negative reactions to stuttering, educate others about stuttering, and communicate effectively across speaking situations. Participants will come away from the workshop feeling more confident in their ability to help children who stutter and more knowledgeable about how to approach stuttering assessment and treatment in the school setting and beyond.
OVERVIEW: This 2-day Institute provides Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) with a wide variety of strategies to support a wide variety of communication needs. The keynote & breakout sessions cover current topics for SLP's. Our unique setup allows for direct interaction with a variety of vendors, including therapy and educational materials & assistive technology strategies. The Institute also provides an opportunity for SLPs to re-connect with an extended community of school-based SLP's. In addition to our distinguished keynote speakers, this conference features vendor exhibits, an ethics session, and fabulous door prizes.
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2/26 Family Reading Event
5:30 pm—7:00 pm
Bring the whole family for a night of reading and learning. Together ,as a family, you will go on a quest to create your own original book that you will take home to read and add to. Held at: Good Shepherd Church, 502 W McMillan Street, Marshfield
Registration required. Child care may be available at no cost during the programs – ask about it when you register. Marshfield Family Resource Center
715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org
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2/27 Supported Decision Making – 12-1 PM
Registration Link:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4773520231734214659
WEBINAR DESCRIPTION: Learn how Wisconsin’s new law, formalizing Supported Decision Making Agreements, gives people with disabilities and older adults the ability to choose people to support them as they make their own decisions, without giving up their legal authority to make their own decisions. We will discuss the concept of supported decision making, what this new law is intended to do, who can use these agreements, what can be included in an agreement, what the role of a supporter is, and other features of Wisconsin’s law.
PRESENTER: Tami Jackson is an experienced public policy analyst and has worked on budget and legislative proposals on a wide array of public policy issues at both the state and federal level. Tami leads BPDD’s policy work, and works with the state legislature, state agencies, Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, coalition groups, and self-advocates public policy issues important to people with disabilities and their families – including health and long-term care, employment, education, transportation, equal rights for people with developmental disabilities.
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2/27 High in Plain Sight /You Can't Stop What You Don't Know Presentation
Jermaine Galloway “Tall Cop Says Stop” for a community presentation:
Jermaine has traveled all over the country presenting to folks and learning more about drug trends throughout the U.S.
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School auditorium
5:30 - 6:00pm - Meal & Registration
6:00 - 7:30pm - Presentation
Free . Registration is required for attendees and childcare by February 22. Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HINPLAINSIGHT or call the Wood County Health Department at (715) 421-8923.
This event is sponsored by Aspirus Riverview Foundation.
Wood County Drug Task Force
The Wood County Drug Task Force invites you to attend a presentation on national and local drug trends.
Look to the Wood County Drug Task Force Facebook page
as more details are released.
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2/27 Access to Mental Health Services for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities
This will be a distance event with community sites throughout Wisconsin
Learn together; collaborate locally
8:30am to 12:30pm
Check-in begins at 8:00am/8:15 depending on the site.
This is a free event but you MUST register!
Each presentation slot will be around 45 minutes followed by a 15 minutes discussion at each site. After a short break, we will start the next presentation.
The CoP partners (YOU) have opened up over 40 sites throughout Wisconsin so hopefully you can take part in a local viewing/discussion.
Registration for the February 27th gathering is open for NEW Registrants<<egistration will close again February 22nd.
VSA Wisconsin has opened up as a site in Madison. They are located on Aberg Ave. If you are registered for Waisman, please consider switching to VSA Wisconsin. Parking on campus is VERY limited and pricey.
If you have previously registered and cannot attend please contact Rachael at rkramer4@wisc.edu.
If you have not registered and would like to attend the Feb. 27th gathering, please register at https://go.wisc.edu/copfeb2019
If you have registered and your site is not available on February 27th, please look over the site listing and let us know if you would like to go to a different site or view from your personal computer. Please email Sonja at soetzel@wisc.edu
We are excited to announce our speakers for this event!
February 27th Topics:
You will be able to request a Certificate of Attendance if you sign-in at a viewing site and you request one after the event. Details where to request a certificate will be sent after the event.
Confirmation of registration and other information will be sent after February 22nd.
AND check out an opportunity to learn what ADVOCACY is all about March 13th in Madison. http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/trainings/afc/
To Register for the February 12th CoP ASD/DD: https://go.wisc.edu/copfeb2019
For more information: https://www2.waisman.wisc.edu/cedd//connections/future_meetings.php
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2/28 DATE Change!!!! Meet and Greet, For families with hearing loss - All Ages -All Stages
Stevens Point Children's Museum! Fun for the whole families! 5:30-7:30 Pam Jinsky 715-562,2716
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3/6 - INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE Wood County Children's Advisory Committee Meeting
Wood County Human Services Dept. / Children’s Unit 10am -12pm
Riverblock in Wisconsin Rapids and Cornerstone in Marshfield.
The Wood County Children's Advisory Committee would like to invite families who have children currently being served or are on either Wood County Children's Waivers or CCOP waiting list to become a member of the Wood County Children's Advisory
“The purpose of CCOP advisory committees is to assist in developing, reviewing and approving the local CCOP plan and to monitor the program.” Your participation will help shape future children’s services within Wood County. What works? What do you need? How can we improve?
The members of this committee include parents, community partners and county staff. The committee members meet Quarterly to assist in the establishment and operational policies that guide WCHSD in administering government funded services to the children and youth of Wood County with multiple, often serious needs who meet the eligibility for County programs.
Please join us for the next meeting of the Advisory Committee!
Video conference if available in both Wisconsin Rapids and Marshfield (511 East 4th Street Marshfield).
Or Call Denise and participate via "Youbuyity" You may phone in or appear by video! You will need to set up ahead of time! 2 weeks if possible! Denise dklosinski@co.wood.wi.us 715-421-8848 –phone
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3/6 - Marshfield Special Needs Parent Groups
12:00-1:00 Pizza Hut N. Central Ave.
& 2:45 to 4:oo Marshfield Perkins for pie and coffee!
For families who have individuals with special needs!
A great time to talk about resources and services for our children, youth and adults!
We can “flex” this time, just contact me ~
Pam ironkids@hotmail.com 715-423-7182
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3/7 Autism Society of Central Wisconsin St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau
6:30 PM. For questions, Mike 715-359-0886 autismsocietycw@gmail.com
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3/5&6 HealthWatch Wisconsin Conference
https://safetyweb.org/healthwatchwi/conference.html
Hear from policy makers and experts on timely topics such as
* Preexisting Conditions & Consumer Protections
· Medicaid Expansion
· Wisconsin’s New Administration
· Connecting WI Kids to Coverage
Conference discounts available for registered members and subscribers of HealthWatch Wisconsin—you pay less than half of the regular conference fee! Not a member? It’s not too late! You can join as a member/subscriber while registering for the conference.
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Waisman Centers ~Day with the Experts Series
https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/outreach/waisman-center-day-with-experts/
3/9 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Down Syndrome
5/1 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Cochlear Implants
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3/11 Raising Kids in a Digital Age-Learn to Protect our Youth Online presented by Detective Jason Parks. Detective Parks specialization in cybercrimes. Detective Parks is a member of the Wisconsin Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce and is a former member of the FBI’s Child Exploitation and Cyber Crimes Taskforce.
5:45-6:00 pm
UW Stevens Point Aldo Leopold Science Building, Room 127, 2000 W. 5th St., Marshfield.
Learn about trends in online activities that our youth are engaged in. Detective Parks will examine the potential dangers that our children are exposed to when they are active in the cyber world. Local cases that have been investigated by the police department will be shared to help raise awareness of what our children are viewing and the pressures being placed on them. He will also discuss some best practices for helping our children make more responsible decisions when they use their computerized devices. An overview of parental controls and monitoring software will also be reviewed.
Limited seats are available, so registration is strongly recommended. Drinks and light snacks will be provided. This event is for adults only.
REGISTER NOW!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3N3XLG5
Or contact Jodi Chojnacki, Marshfield Clinic Health System-Center for Community Health Advancement, at 715-221-8419 or chojnacki.jodi@marshfieldclinic.org and provide your first and last name.
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3/12 Is my Child Ready for School?
4:00 pm –5:30 pm
Presented by: Marisa Doll, Marshfield Family Resource Center
Are you wondering what skills your child needs to be able to attend school? Join us for a morning of hands-on school readiness activities that address every aspect of child development. Suitable for children ages 3 and older. Held at: Good Shepherd Church, 502 W McMillan Street, Marshfield
Registration required. Child care may be available at no cost during the programs – ask about it when you register. Marshfield Family Resource Center
715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org
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3/13 Advocacy for Change
his is a full-day advocacy and skills training for families, professionals, and providers who support children with disabilities or special health care needs.
Concourse Hotel, Madison, WI
http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/trainings/afc/
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3/14 Supporting your adult individual with unique needs
Share this information with families you know!
Please mark your calendars for:
March 14 - Needs - gathering input /documenting needs
April 11 Update on Treehaven Community with Kathy Meyer
May 9
McMillan Library, All Purpose Room ~ Wisconsin Rapids
11:30 to 1:30 ( come and go as you need to during this time)
We will provide:
snack, water, fruit, chips
resources & strategies
sharing and support (together we are stronger! You are NOT alone!)
February’s topic will be a follow up of discussion on the Treehaven Community, and other housing options.
What environment would you like to see for your individual living in?
What are your options?
How does everything get funded?
Let’s get together and share strategies and supports for our Adult Individuals with Unique needs!
Please attend and share your support for other families, needs and resources!
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3/20 Disability Advocacy Day is designed to connect you with your legislators so you can talk about issues that matter to you. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect people with disabilities in their everyday lives. The day starts with a briefing of issues you and your fellow constituents want to discuss with your legislators and after lunch the whole group heads to the capitol for their legislative meetings.
Make certain your voice is heard! Disability Advocacy Day is designed to connect you with your legislators so you can talk about issues that matter to you. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect people with disabilities in their everyday lives.
Registration will open by February 1, 2019 and you can find a link to register at http://www.survivalcoalitionwi.org/index.php/events/
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3/22 Tourette Connections Conference - Milwaukee
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-tourette-connections-conference-registration-55218384675?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete
Who is this conference for?
· Individuals with Tourette Syndrome and those who support them
· Parents of children with Tourette Syndrome (Bring your kids! We will have a fantastic youth program hosted by Tourette Camp USA.
While we learn and connect, they play and connect.)
· Professionals looking to learn more about Tourette Syndrome
· Anyone that is looking to connect with others in the Tourette Community
Please note, space is limited so registration is required. 7.5 Continuing Education Hours can be earned for FREE.
Highlights include Marleen Sundgaard, from NASA, as keynote speaker who will bring along the Mars Rover. Also presenting will be Dr. Doug Woods, Marquette University and Dr.John Walkup, Northwestern University. Great information about stigma reduction, writing quality Individual Education Plans and a sample presentation from our youth ambassadors.
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4/6 Final Affairs Conference
A Guide to Arranging Personal & Legal Affairs
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
FREE* | WITC-New Richmond
*Limited seating, registration required
Light breakfast and lunch included
https://adoray.org/2019fa/
The annual Final Affairs Conference is a day-long educational opportunity to help you consider options, ask questions and explore issues regarding personal and legal decisions in relation to the aging process.
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4/11 & 12 Addressing barriers to inclusivity
https://inclusivity-wi.org/register
Milwaukee – this is the first time it’s being held in Wisconsin!
What will it take to make Wisconsin more inclusive for all?
Speakers: Dasha Kelly Hamilton, Dr. Edward Lee Vargas, Pardeep Singh Kaleka, Thomas Carr Frank Presenters will highlight collaborative and innovative approaches, best practices, cutting-edge research, and success stories that focus on these four conference tracks:
· Increasing Opportunities for Inclusion in Wisconsin’s Workforce
· Creating Inclusive Communities
· Raising the Next Generation of Inclusive Leaders
· Building Health Equity in Wisconsin
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4/11-13 Autism Society of Wisconsin's 30th Annual Conference
Kalahari Resort and Convention Center Wisconsin Dells, WI
https://www.asw4autism.org/event-cal/30th-annual-conference/
Interoception, The Eighth Sense: Influence on Self-Regulation, Health and Emotional Well-BeingKelly Mahler, MS, OTR/L
Interoception is an important sensory system that helps us to ‘feel’ body signals like a full bladder, growling stomach, tense muscles or speeding heart. Research indicates that our ability to clearly feel these internal signals enables us to accurately identify and manage how we feel: Do we feel Anxious? Frustrated? Hungry? Full? In pain? Need the bathroom?
Many autistic individuals can have differences in interoception, causing significant challenges in identifying and
managing the way they feel. This presentation will provide participants with an overview of what research tells us about interoception as well as how this sense influences self-regulation, health and emotional well-being.
Triumph: Overcoming the Odds Presented by Russell Lehmann
The story of how a 28-year-old man with autism overcame debilitating mental health issues to lead a fulfilling life in which he travels the country spreading hope, awareness, understanding and acceptance. Shared are lessons learned, insights gained and poetry that gives a deeply personal and transparent look inside the world of autism, OCD, anxiety and depression. Eye-opening, motivational, informative and inspirational.
Breakout Session Highlights
Sex on a Spectrum: ASD, Sex Education and Behavior- Madeline Barger
Navigating Social Media for Those on the Autism Spectrum-Kim Phillips, Debra Norton
Empower Students: Teaching Students About Their Brain-Katie Berg
Periods: Period. (A Guide for Supporting Girls Through Menstruation)-Laura Nagel, Sydnie Parish
Interoception, The Eighth Sense: Practical Strategies for Assessment and Intervention-Kelly Mahler
“I want it now!” Teaching Requesting Skills to Early Learners-Karen Konop
A Good Night's Rest- Bethany Domoto, Katie Kane, Nicole Sanders, Katie Brown, Kate Shanovich
And much, much more!!
Pre-Conference Workshops Thursday, April 11th
Comprehensive Evaluation for Special Education Eligibility-DPI and Discretionary Grant Staff
I Think We’re Ready for This… ASD and Preparing for Puberty-Shana Nichols, Ph.D.
College and Career Ready IEPs Through the Lens of Autism-DPI and Discretionary Grant Staff
It’s Different For Girls: Understanding and Supporting Females with ASD- Shana Nichols, Ph.D.
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4/18 Feel Better, Care Better: Ashland Care Conference
https://www.witc.edu/continuing-education-and-training/conferences-and-events/spring-ash-caregiver
8:30 to 3:30 CEU’s Cost
Explore how you can take good care of yourself so that you can better care for your loved ones. Topics discussed include:
· Grief and loss
· Funeral planning
· Tai Chi
· Estate planning
· Chemical dependency
· Nutrition
· Living with joy
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5/2&3 Circles of Life 2019 Conference Holiday Inn Conference Center, Stevens Point, WI
Registration at http://bit.ly/Circles2019 - Sign up by March 29 and get a discounted rate!
To learn more about the conference go to CirclesofLifeConference.com
The Circles of Life Conference invites you to be a sponsor and or vendor!
Contact Lynn Renner, Communications and Information Coordinator, Family Voices of Wisconsin 608.828.9959 lynn@fvofwi.org
Between 400-500 individuals with disabilities, their families and professionals from across Wisconsin attend the Circles of Life Conference each year. The conference is a unique opportunity for participants to develop new skills, learn up to date information! Form lasting relationships. Make great statewide connections!
Information / Resources / Connections!
• Leadership and advocacy • Community • Education • Family and self-care and wellness • Health and mental health topics • Long-term care • Transition • And more…
Sponsorship and exhibitor materials are available at: circlesoflifeconference.com/support-col/
Contact us to learn how your organization can support this amazing event!
Reach Pam at Pdelap5@gmail.com or call Lynn at 608-828-9959.
Visit the Circles of Life website at: circlesoflifeconference.com
Find us on Facebook!
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5/16 Superior Caregiver Conference
9 a.m.– 3 p.m. WITC-Superior
https://www.witc.edu/continuing-education-and-training/conferences-and-events/spring-sup-caregiver
$29/$8.87(62+)
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5/15 Employment 1st Conference: Strengthening Partnerships for Community Life
The Kalahari in Wisconsin Dells
This year’s Employment First conference will provide an intensive, collaborative day of learning and problem solving for service providers, funders, families and self-advocates who want to transform services to support people with disabilities to build full lives in their communities that include employment, volunteering, recreational, social and other community activities.
Service transformation requires strong communication and collaboration between all stakeholders at all levels. At this year’s conference, we will focus on sharing a variety of perspectives and experiences from these stakeholders and learn from others who have successfully forged through the changes we are undergoing in Wisconsin. Session topics will include:
• Federal and state policy updates
• Communicating and managing change within organizations
• Supporting and engaging families
• Supporting people to set and achieve meaningful goals, including employment
• Educating community members and creating community connections
• Managing a community-based service organization
• Transforming organizational culture and practices
All sessions will be highly interactive so we can collectively think about and move forward with stronger partnerships and new strategies to continue to transform services and support people with disabilities to live full lives in their communities.
Event Details and Registration Coming Soon!
If you have any questions, please contact Molly Cooney at molly.cooney@wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-0266.
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8/1,2&3 Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities- an Endless Possibilities Conference:
Shawn Robinson, Ph.D. keynotes August 2, Transforming the Impossible to Possible—Journey from Special Education to Ph.D.
He is the author of Dr. Dyslexia Dude. Pre-conference, August 1, is Youth Mental Health First Aid. Date: August 1-2, 2019
UW-Whitewater
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8/15/19 Literacy workshop For Passionate Readers: The Art of Engaging and Reaching Every Child.
Speaker: Pernille Ripp 9-3 Wis Dells
For more information and/or to register!
https://login.myquickreg.com/register/event/event.cfm?eventid=22314
Cost Contant Liz 608-745-5472 or graffe@cesa5.org
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This is where we post workshops / activities / opportunities / resources that are not only local but regional & statewide.
Please go to our agenda or interactive calendars if this page is too busy for you!
Sign Language Class 2/12 class is canceled! Stay safe!
Tuesdays February 19, End 4/9
Free!
*4:30 – 5:00 eat and review alphabet/numbers all while working on ASL and manners.
*5:00 – 6:00 Class will direct needs
*Feel free to come at 4:30 or 5:00, whatever works best for you.
This opportunity is for: Families, Professionals and Community!
Faith Lutheran Church.
207 South Cherry Ave. (Marshfield
Questions? Pam 715-423-7182 ironkids@hotmail.com
Sponsored by: Marawood Construction Services
& Parents Information and Education Resource (PIER)
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2/21&22 Transition Conference 2019: Continuing the Pathways to Brighter Futures!
https://www.edevents.org/conferences/46/transition-conference-2019-continuing-the-pathways
Join hundreds of teachers, administrators, parents, students, support staff, community agencies and other stake holders across the state and region for the Wisconsin Transition Conference for youth and young adults with disabilities.
We invite participants to imagine, learn and connect with others ,share their learned experiences, evidence-based practices, advocacy, and/ or resources for transition age youth receiving services.
Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells, WI
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2/23 Addressing & Understanding Behavior ~ Asperger Experts ~Travis Monson: an "Embracing the Future with Possibilities" Conference! Register now! http://angermenotfndation.wixsite.com/angermenotfoundation/workshopregistration
This event on will not be canceled due to weather.
Mr. Monson is flying in from Utah on Friday!
Please watch the weather and be safe!
Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Marshfield
8 am to 5 pm
Thank you to our Sponsors! Autism Society of Central WI, Autism Support of Central Wisconsin, Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs/Northern Region, Wis Pact, Ho Chunk, WEAP and Families for Sponsoring this event!
Travis Monson, Head of Research & Development and Managing Partner will be presenting information about the need for Sensory, how to remove from "defense mode" and Motivating the "unmotivated".
Childcare Registry approved!
Please go to the Anger Me Not Website for more information http://angermenotfndation.wixsite.com/angermenotfoundation/possibilities
Hosting a Resource Table
Parent Scholarship
Laura 715-207-7785 angermenotfoundation@gmail.com
If you need help with transportation and/or in home childcare contact Allison
Northern Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Regional Center (CYSHCN)
715-261-1906 800-642-7837 specialneedsinfo@co.marathon.wi.us http://northernregionalcenter.org.
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2/26/19 ADHD, Anxiety, Depression & Suicide
Do you need help understanding your child’s or students’ mental health issues? What are the WARNING signs that your child/student may be having problems and is need of professional help? What do you do? Where do you go?
Dr. Brian Fidlin is a clinical psychologist and nationally recognized speaker on the areas of pediatric brain development, substance abuse/dependency, and obesity. Please join us for an evening of strategies and conversation! Together we can navigate our children, families, and schools toward an understanding of adolescent decision making, emotions, and risk-taking.
4:45-5:30 Pizza served
5:30-7:30pm Presentation
McMillan Memorial Library
*Childcare available with registration.
To register, go to:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dr-fidlin-mental-health-presentation-tickets-55643309637?aff=ebdssbnotavail
Or contact Pam Ironside: (715)423-7182 ironkids@hotmail.com
Brittney Lau: brittney.lau@wrps.net
Sara Kolo: sara.kolo@wrps.net
Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools and Parent Information and Education Resource (PIER) have joined forces to promote communication between school and family within our community.
Together we can strengthen OUR children’s ability to succeed as we build:
Strong Families, Strong Schools,
and a Strong Community!
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2/ 25-26 CESA 5 Speech and Language Institute Pre-conference sessions Sunday, February 24, 2019
https://slpinstitute.cesa5.org/
Augmentative & Alternative Communication Team from the Waisman Center presenting: Working Together to Promote Students’ Successful Communication
AAC Feature Matching for Individuals with Complex Communication Needs (75 mins): AAC is not a "one size fits all" approach for individuals with complex motor, sensory, and communication needs, including cerebral palsy and other neuromotor impairments. Presenters will provide an explanation of the feature matching process that is essential for selecting and implementing appropriately matched AAC systems with the individual. FM is key to ensure that language development and physical access needs are met, therefore providing the most effective and efficient ways for an individual to functionally communicate. AAC Partnership Program (75 mins): Presenters will discuss a pilot program we are working to establish that would expedite clients' access to evidence-based, high-quality augmentative and alternative communication evaluations and treatment by building capacity of speech-language pathologists around the state of Wisconsin to support device trials, rental completion, and purchase recommendations following an initial feature match at CASC.
Language Therapy for Children Using AAC (90 mins): This presentation will highlight evidenced-based teaching techniques for students with complex communication needs (CCN) using AAC. Intervention tips will span across language domains, including semantics (e.g., vocabulary selection and device customization), morphology, syntax, pragmatics (e.g., supporting a variety of communicative functions, emphasizing educational inclusion), and early literacy instruction. Teaching techniques (e.g., aided language stimulation, cueing hierarchies, and appropriate prompts), goal writing, and implementation tips will be highlighted.
AAC Resources for your Toolkit (60 mins): This portion of the talk will focus on a resource share with information about online supports and groups, vendor contacts, free and inexpensive apps and tools, etc. Participants are also encouraged to bring your own favorite tips and tricks to share with the group. If you have an iPad, bring it along and we'll walk you through downloading and setting up apps that can be used to begin AAC modeling and teaching today!
Dr. J. Scott Yaruss, CCC-CLP, BCS-F, ASHA Fellow presenting Childhood Stuttering: A Practical Approach School-age children who stutter can face many challenges, both in and out of the classroom. Common problems include negative emotional reactions, such as embarrassment and anxiety; difficulties reading aloud in class or participating in group discussions; and limitations while interacting with peers. Unfortunately, many speech-language pathologists report that they are not confident in their ability to help children deal with these consequences of stuttering. Clinicians also report uncertainty about meeting eligibility criteria, generalizing gains made in the therapy room to real-world situations, and dealing with problems like bullying. The purpose of this workshop is to provide clinicians with applicable, practical strategies for helping school-age children and adolescents who stutter overcome the problems associated with stuttering. The presentation will include: specific guidelines for conducting comprehensive evaluations that support treatment recommendations and goal-writing; detailed instructions for how to prepare children for therapy to ensure success; and video examples of numerous treatment strategies and activities designed to help children improve their fluency, reduce their negative reactions to stuttering, educate others about stuttering, and communicate effectively across speaking situations. Participants will come away from the workshop feeling more confident in their ability to help children who stutter and more knowledgeable about how to approach stuttering assessment and treatment in the school setting and beyond.
OVERVIEW: This 2-day Institute provides Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) with a wide variety of strategies to support a wide variety of communication needs. The keynote & breakout sessions cover current topics for SLP's. Our unique setup allows for direct interaction with a variety of vendors, including therapy and educational materials & assistive technology strategies. The Institute also provides an opportunity for SLPs to re-connect with an extended community of school-based SLP's. In addition to our distinguished keynote speakers, this conference features vendor exhibits, an ethics session, and fabulous door prizes.
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2/26 Family Reading Event
5:30 pm—7:00 pm
Bring the whole family for a night of reading and learning. Together ,as a family, you will go on a quest to create your own original book that you will take home to read and add to. Held at: Good Shepherd Church, 502 W McMillan Street, Marshfield
Registration required. Child care may be available at no cost during the programs – ask about it when you register. Marshfield Family Resource Center
715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org
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2/27 Supported Decision Making – 12-1 PM
Registration Link:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4773520231734214659
WEBINAR DESCRIPTION: Learn how Wisconsin’s new law, formalizing Supported Decision Making Agreements, gives people with disabilities and older adults the ability to choose people to support them as they make their own decisions, without giving up their legal authority to make their own decisions. We will discuss the concept of supported decision making, what this new law is intended to do, who can use these agreements, what can be included in an agreement, what the role of a supporter is, and other features of Wisconsin’s law.
PRESENTER: Tami Jackson is an experienced public policy analyst and has worked on budget and legislative proposals on a wide array of public policy issues at both the state and federal level. Tami leads BPDD’s policy work, and works with the state legislature, state agencies, Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, coalition groups, and self-advocates public policy issues important to people with disabilities and their families – including health and long-term care, employment, education, transportation, equal rights for people with developmental disabilities.
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2/27 High in Plain Sight /You Can't Stop What You Don't Know Presentation
Jermaine Galloway “Tall Cop Says Stop” for a community presentation:
Jermaine has traveled all over the country presenting to folks and learning more about drug trends throughout the U.S.
Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School auditorium
5:30 - 6:00pm - Meal & Registration
6:00 - 7:30pm - Presentation
Free . Registration is required for attendees and childcare by February 22. Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HINPLAINSIGHT or call the Wood County Health Department at (715) 421-8923.
This event is sponsored by Aspirus Riverview Foundation.
Wood County Drug Task Force
The Wood County Drug Task Force invites you to attend a presentation on national and local drug trends.
Look to the Wood County Drug Task Force Facebook page
as more details are released.
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2/27 Access to Mental Health Services for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities
This will be a distance event with community sites throughout Wisconsin
Learn together; collaborate locally
8:30am to 12:30pm
Check-in begins at 8:00am/8:15 depending on the site.
This is a free event but you MUST register!
Each presentation slot will be around 45 minutes followed by a 15 minutes discussion at each site. After a short break, we will start the next presentation.
The CoP partners (YOU) have opened up over 40 sites throughout Wisconsin so hopefully you can take part in a local viewing/discussion.
Registration for the February 27th gathering is open for NEW Registrants<<egistration will close again February 22nd.
VSA Wisconsin has opened up as a site in Madison. They are located on Aberg Ave. If you are registered for Waisman, please consider switching to VSA Wisconsin. Parking on campus is VERY limited and pricey.
- Lakeland Union High School has confirmed they will host Feb. 27th. For a listing of sites that are hosting, pending, closed or unable to host, go to https://www2.waisman.wisc.edu/cedd//connections/future_meetings.php
If you have previously registered and cannot attend please contact Rachael at rkramer4@wisc.edu.
If you have not registered and would like to attend the Feb. 27th gathering, please register at https://go.wisc.edu/copfeb2019
If you have registered and your site is not available on February 27th, please look over the site listing and let us know if you would like to go to a different site or view from your personal computer. Please email Sonja at soetzel@wisc.edu
We are excited to announce our speakers for this event!
February 27th Topics:
- Barriers to accessing services in Wisconsin – Hugh Davis: Parent, Executive Director of Wisconsin Family Ties
- Medicaid benefits—Daniel Kiernan: Wisconsin Division of Medicaid Services
- Talking with mental health providers: Colleen Mortell, Ph.D., BCBA
- Supporting families—Anna Moffit: Parent, Peer Parent Supervisor of Wisconsin Family Ties
You will be able to request a Certificate of Attendance if you sign-in at a viewing site and you request one after the event. Details where to request a certificate will be sent after the event.
Confirmation of registration and other information will be sent after February 22nd.
AND check out an opportunity to learn what ADVOCACY is all about March 13th in Madison. http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/trainings/afc/
To Register for the February 12th CoP ASD/DD: https://go.wisc.edu/copfeb2019
For more information: https://www2.waisman.wisc.edu/cedd//connections/future_meetings.php
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2/28 DATE Change!!!! Meet and Greet, For families with hearing loss - All Ages -All Stages
Stevens Point Children's Museum! Fun for the whole families! 5:30-7:30 Pam Jinsky 715-562,2716
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3/6 - INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE Wood County Children's Advisory Committee Meeting
Wood County Human Services Dept. / Children’s Unit 10am -12pm
Riverblock in Wisconsin Rapids and Cornerstone in Marshfield.
The Wood County Children's Advisory Committee would like to invite families who have children currently being served or are on either Wood County Children's Waivers or CCOP waiting list to become a member of the Wood County Children's Advisory
“The purpose of CCOP advisory committees is to assist in developing, reviewing and approving the local CCOP plan and to monitor the program.” Your participation will help shape future children’s services within Wood County. What works? What do you need? How can we improve?
The members of this committee include parents, community partners and county staff. The committee members meet Quarterly to assist in the establishment and operational policies that guide WCHSD in administering government funded services to the children and youth of Wood County with multiple, often serious needs who meet the eligibility for County programs.
Please join us for the next meeting of the Advisory Committee!
Video conference if available in both Wisconsin Rapids and Marshfield (511 East 4th Street Marshfield).
Or Call Denise and participate via "Youbuyity" You may phone in or appear by video! You will need to set up ahead of time! 2 weeks if possible! Denise dklosinski@co.wood.wi.us 715-421-8848 –phone
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3/6 - Marshfield Special Needs Parent Groups
12:00-1:00 Pizza Hut N. Central Ave.
& 2:45 to 4:oo Marshfield Perkins for pie and coffee!
For families who have individuals with special needs!
A great time to talk about resources and services for our children, youth and adults!
We can “flex” this time, just contact me ~
Pam ironkids@hotmail.com 715-423-7182
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3/7 Autism Society of Central Wisconsin St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau
6:30 PM. For questions, Mike 715-359-0886 autismsocietycw@gmail.com
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3/5&6 HealthWatch Wisconsin Conference
https://safetyweb.org/healthwatchwi/conference.html
Hear from policy makers and experts on timely topics such as
* Preexisting Conditions & Consumer Protections
· Medicaid Expansion
· Wisconsin’s New Administration
· Connecting WI Kids to Coverage
Conference discounts available for registered members and subscribers of HealthWatch Wisconsin—you pay less than half of the regular conference fee! Not a member? It’s not too late! You can join as a member/subscriber while registering for the conference.
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Waisman Centers ~Day with the Experts Series
https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/outreach/waisman-center-day-with-experts/
3/9 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Down Syndrome
5/1 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Cochlear Implants
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3/11 Raising Kids in a Digital Age-Learn to Protect our Youth Online presented by Detective Jason Parks. Detective Parks specialization in cybercrimes. Detective Parks is a member of the Wisconsin Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce and is a former member of the FBI’s Child Exploitation and Cyber Crimes Taskforce.
5:45-6:00 pm
UW Stevens Point Aldo Leopold Science Building, Room 127, 2000 W. 5th St., Marshfield.
Learn about trends in online activities that our youth are engaged in. Detective Parks will examine the potential dangers that our children are exposed to when they are active in the cyber world. Local cases that have been investigated by the police department will be shared to help raise awareness of what our children are viewing and the pressures being placed on them. He will also discuss some best practices for helping our children make more responsible decisions when they use their computerized devices. An overview of parental controls and monitoring software will also be reviewed.
Limited seats are available, so registration is strongly recommended. Drinks and light snacks will be provided. This event is for adults only.
REGISTER NOW!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3N3XLG5
Or contact Jodi Chojnacki, Marshfield Clinic Health System-Center for Community Health Advancement, at 715-221-8419 or chojnacki.jodi@marshfieldclinic.org and provide your first and last name.
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3/12 Is my Child Ready for School?
4:00 pm –5:30 pm
Presented by: Marisa Doll, Marshfield Family Resource Center
Are you wondering what skills your child needs to be able to attend school? Join us for a morning of hands-on school readiness activities that address every aspect of child development. Suitable for children ages 3 and older. Held at: Good Shepherd Church, 502 W McMillan Street, Marshfield
Registration required. Child care may be available at no cost during the programs – ask about it when you register. Marshfield Family Resource Center
715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org
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3/13 Advocacy for Change
his is a full-day advocacy and skills training for families, professionals, and providers who support children with disabilities or special health care needs.
Concourse Hotel, Madison, WI
http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/trainings/afc/
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3/14 Supporting your adult individual with unique needs
Share this information with families you know!
Please mark your calendars for:
March 14 - Needs - gathering input /documenting needs
April 11 Update on Treehaven Community with Kathy Meyer
May 9
McMillan Library, All Purpose Room ~ Wisconsin Rapids
11:30 to 1:30 ( come and go as you need to during this time)
We will provide:
snack, water, fruit, chips
resources & strategies
sharing and support (together we are stronger! You are NOT alone!)
February’s topic will be a follow up of discussion on the Treehaven Community, and other housing options.
What environment would you like to see for your individual living in?
What are your options?
How does everything get funded?
Let’s get together and share strategies and supports for our Adult Individuals with Unique needs!
Please attend and share your support for other families, needs and resources!
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3/20 Disability Advocacy Day is designed to connect you with your legislators so you can talk about issues that matter to you. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect people with disabilities in their everyday lives. The day starts with a briefing of issues you and your fellow constituents want to discuss with your legislators and after lunch the whole group heads to the capitol for their legislative meetings.
Make certain your voice is heard! Disability Advocacy Day is designed to connect you with your legislators so you can talk about issues that matter to you. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect people with disabilities in their everyday lives.
Registration will open by February 1, 2019 and you can find a link to register at http://www.survivalcoalitionwi.org/index.php/events/
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3/22 Tourette Connections Conference - Milwaukee
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-tourette-connections-conference-registration-55218384675?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete
Who is this conference for?
· Individuals with Tourette Syndrome and those who support them
· Parents of children with Tourette Syndrome (Bring your kids! We will have a fantastic youth program hosted by Tourette Camp USA.
While we learn and connect, they play and connect.)
· Professionals looking to learn more about Tourette Syndrome
· Anyone that is looking to connect with others in the Tourette Community
Please note, space is limited so registration is required. 7.5 Continuing Education Hours can be earned for FREE.
Highlights include Marleen Sundgaard, from NASA, as keynote speaker who will bring along the Mars Rover. Also presenting will be Dr. Doug Woods, Marquette University and Dr.John Walkup, Northwestern University. Great information about stigma reduction, writing quality Individual Education Plans and a sample presentation from our youth ambassadors.
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4/6 Final Affairs Conference
A Guide to Arranging Personal & Legal Affairs
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
FREE* | WITC-New Richmond
*Limited seating, registration required
Light breakfast and lunch included
https://adoray.org/2019fa/
The annual Final Affairs Conference is a day-long educational opportunity to help you consider options, ask questions and explore issues regarding personal and legal decisions in relation to the aging process.
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4/11 & 12 Addressing barriers to inclusivity
https://inclusivity-wi.org/register
Milwaukee – this is the first time it’s being held in Wisconsin!
What will it take to make Wisconsin more inclusive for all?
Speakers: Dasha Kelly Hamilton, Dr. Edward Lee Vargas, Pardeep Singh Kaleka, Thomas Carr Frank Presenters will highlight collaborative and innovative approaches, best practices, cutting-edge research, and success stories that focus on these four conference tracks:
· Increasing Opportunities for Inclusion in Wisconsin’s Workforce
· Creating Inclusive Communities
· Raising the Next Generation of Inclusive Leaders
· Building Health Equity in Wisconsin
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4/11-13 Autism Society of Wisconsin's 30th Annual Conference
Kalahari Resort and Convention Center Wisconsin Dells, WI
https://www.asw4autism.org/event-cal/30th-annual-conference/
Interoception, The Eighth Sense: Influence on Self-Regulation, Health and Emotional Well-BeingKelly Mahler, MS, OTR/L
Interoception is an important sensory system that helps us to ‘feel’ body signals like a full bladder, growling stomach, tense muscles or speeding heart. Research indicates that our ability to clearly feel these internal signals enables us to accurately identify and manage how we feel: Do we feel Anxious? Frustrated? Hungry? Full? In pain? Need the bathroom?
Many autistic individuals can have differences in interoception, causing significant challenges in identifying and
managing the way they feel. This presentation will provide participants with an overview of what research tells us about interoception as well as how this sense influences self-regulation, health and emotional well-being.
Triumph: Overcoming the Odds Presented by Russell Lehmann
The story of how a 28-year-old man with autism overcame debilitating mental health issues to lead a fulfilling life in which he travels the country spreading hope, awareness, understanding and acceptance. Shared are lessons learned, insights gained and poetry that gives a deeply personal and transparent look inside the world of autism, OCD, anxiety and depression. Eye-opening, motivational, informative and inspirational.
Breakout Session Highlights
Sex on a Spectrum: ASD, Sex Education and Behavior- Madeline Barger
Navigating Social Media for Those on the Autism Spectrum-Kim Phillips, Debra Norton
Empower Students: Teaching Students About Their Brain-Katie Berg
Periods: Period. (A Guide for Supporting Girls Through Menstruation)-Laura Nagel, Sydnie Parish
Interoception, The Eighth Sense: Practical Strategies for Assessment and Intervention-Kelly Mahler
“I want it now!” Teaching Requesting Skills to Early Learners-Karen Konop
A Good Night's Rest- Bethany Domoto, Katie Kane, Nicole Sanders, Katie Brown, Kate Shanovich
And much, much more!!
Pre-Conference Workshops Thursday, April 11th
Comprehensive Evaluation for Special Education Eligibility-DPI and Discretionary Grant Staff
I Think We’re Ready for This… ASD and Preparing for Puberty-Shana Nichols, Ph.D.
College and Career Ready IEPs Through the Lens of Autism-DPI and Discretionary Grant Staff
It’s Different For Girls: Understanding and Supporting Females with ASD- Shana Nichols, Ph.D.
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4/18 Feel Better, Care Better: Ashland Care Conference
https://www.witc.edu/continuing-education-and-training/conferences-and-events/spring-ash-caregiver
8:30 to 3:30 CEU’s Cost
Explore how you can take good care of yourself so that you can better care for your loved ones. Topics discussed include:
· Grief and loss
· Funeral planning
· Tai Chi
· Estate planning
· Chemical dependency
· Nutrition
· Living with joy
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5/2&3 Circles of Life 2019 Conference Holiday Inn Conference Center, Stevens Point, WI
Registration at http://bit.ly/Circles2019 - Sign up by March 29 and get a discounted rate!
To learn more about the conference go to CirclesofLifeConference.com
The Circles of Life Conference invites you to be a sponsor and or vendor!
Contact Lynn Renner, Communications and Information Coordinator, Family Voices of Wisconsin 608.828.9959 lynn@fvofwi.org
Between 400-500 individuals with disabilities, their families and professionals from across Wisconsin attend the Circles of Life Conference each year. The conference is a unique opportunity for participants to develop new skills, learn up to date information! Form lasting relationships. Make great statewide connections!
Information / Resources / Connections!
• Leadership and advocacy • Community • Education • Family and self-care and wellness • Health and mental health topics • Long-term care • Transition • And more…
Sponsorship and exhibitor materials are available at: circlesoflifeconference.com/support-col/
Contact us to learn how your organization can support this amazing event!
Reach Pam at Pdelap5@gmail.com or call Lynn at 608-828-9959.
Visit the Circles of Life website at: circlesoflifeconference.com
Find us on Facebook!
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5/16 Superior Caregiver Conference
9 a.m.– 3 p.m. WITC-Superior
https://www.witc.edu/continuing-education-and-training/conferences-and-events/spring-sup-caregiver
$29/$8.87(62+)
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5/15 Employment 1st Conference: Strengthening Partnerships for Community Life
The Kalahari in Wisconsin Dells
This year’s Employment First conference will provide an intensive, collaborative day of learning and problem solving for service providers, funders, families and self-advocates who want to transform services to support people with disabilities to build full lives in their communities that include employment, volunteering, recreational, social and other community activities.
Service transformation requires strong communication and collaboration between all stakeholders at all levels. At this year’s conference, we will focus on sharing a variety of perspectives and experiences from these stakeholders and learn from others who have successfully forged through the changes we are undergoing in Wisconsin. Session topics will include:
• Federal and state policy updates
• Communicating and managing change within organizations
• Supporting and engaging families
• Supporting people to set and achieve meaningful goals, including employment
• Educating community members and creating community connections
• Managing a community-based service organization
• Transforming organizational culture and practices
All sessions will be highly interactive so we can collectively think about and move forward with stronger partnerships and new strategies to continue to transform services and support people with disabilities to live full lives in their communities.
Event Details and Registration Coming Soon!
If you have any questions, please contact Molly Cooney at molly.cooney@wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-0266.
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8/1,2&3 Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities- an Endless Possibilities Conference:
Shawn Robinson, Ph.D. keynotes August 2, Transforming the Impossible to Possible—Journey from Special Education to Ph.D.
He is the author of Dr. Dyslexia Dude. Pre-conference, August 1, is Youth Mental Health First Aid. Date: August 1-2, 2019
UW-Whitewater
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8/15/19 Literacy workshop For Passionate Readers: The Art of Engaging and Reaching Every Child.
Speaker: Pernille Ripp 9-3 Wis Dells
For more information and/or to register!
https://login.myquickreg.com/register/event/event.cfm?eventid=22314
Cost Contant Liz 608-745-5472 or graffe@cesa5.org
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