August 2019 Newsletter                                                                             

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         Trainings and Workshops
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Please check out the Original  or Agenda Calendars for more information & updated listings!
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8/26 Strategies that Don't Work with Learning Disabled Students and Strategies that Do Work. Medford (Research, Educate, and Advocate for Dyslexia) Parents, Educators, and Community members~ you are invited to attend.   Joseph 715-748-2316 ext 324
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8/29 Storytelling/Infant and Child Massage  Msfld.  715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org             
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9/5 Caregiver Summit
10-3 pm, DHS 1 West Wilson St. Madison
Critical concerns supporting their employee caregivers. Provide feedback to the Governor’s Task Force, Caregiver survey  results
http://wisconsincaregiver.org/alliance
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9/7 Family Support Group Meeting—Port Edwards - first Saturday of the month  9:30–11:00 a.m.  United Methodist Church  411 Wisconsin River Drive - Port Edwards Contact: Helen • 715-213-6678
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9/10 Sign Language Class to 10/29
Free and open to the public! Marshfield   715-423-7182  ironkids@hotmail.com    
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9/13 Supported Decision-Making and other Alternatives to Guardianship Training Keeping individuals with Disabilities and Older Adults in Charge of their lives   10-4:00
Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells, WI
 
This training is FREE but registration is required (Lunch provided) bit.ly/SDM-Training

Supported Decision-Making is one alternative to guardianship that allows people with disabilities and older adults to retain their legal rights. 
This statewide training will cover:

• What Supported Decision-Making is
• What alternatives to guardianship are available in Wisconsin
• How to use Supported Decision-Making strategies, both as an alternative to guardianship and within existing guardianships
• Legal responsibilities of Supported Decision-Making
• Stories of how Wisconsin residents have used Supported Decision-Making

This statewide training is for:

• Person with a disability/older adult
• Family member and/or guardian of a person with a disability or older adult
• Aging and Disability Resource Center Staff
• Managed Care and IRIS staff
• Educators
• Children’s Long-Term Care Staff
• Health Care Providers
• Service Providers
• Other Professionals (please describe)
• Professional guardians
• Attorneys
• Judges

Questions/need to cancel,Fil Clissa at 608.266.5395 or fil.clissa@wisconsin.gov
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9/14 Wisconsin Relative Caregivers for Children Conference, Wisconsin Dells
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/families-like-mine-wisconsin-relative-caregivers-for-children-conference-registration-62853671022  or call  (414) 475-1246.
The conference is only for relative caregivers - not professionals who work with relative caregivers. ​
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9/17 Adults with ASD-Networking and Support - Wausau  
* Goal to provide a safe place for adults to share their struggles and successes as they navigate through life.  
      These meetings will take place the third Tuesday of each month
       Coffee and donuts provided.  
6 pm -7:30 pm.
Ascension at Home- Ministry Home Care conference room  2600 Stewart Ave 
 
Questions Annalissa autismsocietycw@gmail.com
Facebook link https://www.facebook.com/events/556325195191031/  
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9/23-24 Healthy Minds, Behaviors, & Schools ~ Wis Dells​https://login.myquickreg.com/register/event/event.cfm?eventid=22075Strategies and techniques to assist with behavior management and mental health issues in the school setting.
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9/27 Supporting Neurodiversity in the IEP.
Potawatomi Hotel and Conference Milw. 
  
Keynote: Dr. Markeda Newell-Comprehensive special education evaluation, with a lens of neurodiverse students (e.g. students with autism, emotional behavioral disabilities, other developmental disabilities, etc.).
https://media.dpi.wi.gov/sspw/av/culturally-responsive-problem-solving/story_html5.html?lms=1
Other topics include: Family/Self Advocate Panel, Addressing Bias in the IEP Process, Social and Emotional Skills in the IEP, Student Led IEPs, Early Childhood IEP Development, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Motor Skills in the IEP, Present Level of Performance, Transition Development/Adaptive Skills in the IEP 
  
This is a free event with lunch included, but you must register at:  https://forms.gle/TmQL8BqzvK3R4omB8
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10/3 To Infinity and Beyond: Preparing Adolescents to Launch into the Real World Learn about their own executive functioning, sharpen their perspective taking, and begin to manage their own social lives.  Eau Claire https://76148.blackbaudhosting.com/76148/2019-Fall-Conference
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10/5 WI FACETS Parent Leadership Training  9-3:30 Great Wolf Lodge – Wisconsin Dells  FREE. *Limited number of stipends available to parents at a first come, first served basis.

Participants will learn about:

• Personal leadership styles
• Working in partnerships with schools
• How to be effective on communicating issues
• Building engagement around particular topics
• Develop structures for convening working together
• Shared work and being part of a team
• Types of conflicts and resolution styles
• Converting challenge into opportunities
• Developing and implementing group action plans

For more information visit https://wifacets.org/training/parent-
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10/ 14-16  Back to the Future-Self-Determination: Powered by Innovation  
Wisconsin Dells This conference empowers people with disabilities to have more control over their lives. Each year, people with disabilities, their families and people who support them participate in the conference to learn more about self-determination and self-directed supports so they can live more independently, actively participate in their communities, and use public funds efficiently.​ https://wi-bpdd.org
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10/ 14-16 Wisconsin Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Conference  www.wiaimh.org/conference Elhart Lake, This conference is intended for people who work with or on behalf of young children and their families.   Re: social and emotional development in everyday activities for infants, young children, and their families, as well as early intervention and treatment strategies.  Limited Scholarships
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07egf0rlhfjx4w59q5/a0176jxdt3jg4/questions
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10/17 Beyond Behaviors: Understanding and Supporting the Mental Health Needs of Autistic Individuals,  Elkhart Lake, 
https://www.autismgreaterwi.org/event-cal/2019-mental-health-conference/
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11/8 Youth Transition Conference YOUR Journey, YOUR Choices, YOUR Future, Wisc Rapids Independent Living: Employment: Self-Advocacy: Post-Secondary Transition and Training:
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11/11 & 12 "Cooperation" Children Come First Conference - Wis Dells  www.ccfconference.org  Register - https://forms.gle/Me86VUvMpoQDRVHKA
The largest youth and adolescent mental health conference in Wisconsin.
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11/14 & 15 State Superintendent’s Conference on Special Education and Pupil Services Leadership Wis Dells.
https://dpi.wi.gov/sped/educators/consultation/leadership/fall-leadership-conference.
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3-21 Extrava- Gala – A world Down Syndrome Day Party  Milw.  https://secure.qgiv.com/for/d3ae/
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Event title links to information & registration for WI FACETS FREE workshops & webinars:  
https://wifacets.org/events

​By phone, Sandra: 877-374-0511 All webinars 12:00—1:00 PM (unless otherwise noted)

8/1&2 Serving on Groups Training       UW-Whitewater, University Ctr 
Registration https://www.uww.edu/ce/workshops/professional-development/endlesspossibilitiesconference

8/15 Family Guide to RtI (Response to Intervention) 

8/21 Advocating for Your Special Education Child’s Mental Health Needs in School

8/27  Skills for Effective Parent Advocacy

8/28 Functional Behavioral Assessment

9/4  Mental Health Screening Tools and Resources

9/11  Forgiveness: One Way to Stop Guilt and Self-Blame

9/12  Lo que Necesito Saber sobre la Educación Especial

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             Activities      
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  Remember to check:
        Your local Library's!
        Stevens Point Children’s Museum  
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Stroll for Epilepsy
8-24 Wausau www.wausaustroll.com
Music/face painting/picnic/raffle
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9/3 Pizza Party for Relative Caregivers Raising Children-Wisconsin Adoption & Permanency Support - Grab the kids and join us for a fun family night at Pizza Ranch! This family style pizza party will include an all-you-can-eat buffet and prizes, as well as the opportunity to make new friends with other relative caregiver families in your area. Please RSVP by August 31st. Limited seats available.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kinnect-family-pizza-party-for-relative-caregivers-raising-children-registration-68803102933?ref=enivte001&invite=MTcxOTIzMzcvaXJvbmtpZHNAaG90bWFpbC5jb20vMA%3D%3D%0A&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=invitemodernv2&ref=enivte001&utm_term=attend
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM CDT
Pizza Ranch, 2715 Schofield Avenue, Weston,
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9/4  Special Needs Dance is the 1st Wednesday of the month 6-8:30 @ the Biron community center on 32nd St. Please let people with special needs know must be 18 or older to attend.
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9/7 Malcolm’s Marvelous Superhero Cancer Crusade ~
Wild Horse Saloon ~ 9031 County Road WW Wisconsin Rapids (Kellner really!) 10-11:30am for our sensory families~ free sensory friendly kids activities. Music off, no flashing lights setting while you browse raffles or just hang out! Malcolm is a 5 year old boy going through treatments for neuroblastoma.
Bring your family and enjoy - 
      Kids activities/carnival games
      Face painting / Bouncy house
      Food
      Raffles and more!
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9/13 &14 Country Rocks Autism – Harshaw     Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park, Harshaw, $50.00.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/country-rocks-autism-concert-september-13th-and-14th-tickets-61610335171
           Mo Pitney, Chris Kroeze, Natalie Murphy, Lee Walker, Joe Wright, Jagwire.  
           9/14: Brian Howe- former lead singer of Bad Company, Storm Bobby, Friss Whitehouse,                
          Gates open at 11:30 am. Rain or shine. No firearms, no carry-in's. Children under age 5 free.
       Phone: (715) 358-2265
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9/14 Football Camp Appleton  10:30 am - 1:30 pm http://www.autismfoxvalley.org/event/14th-annual-football-camp/?fbclid=IwAR39pXB6tsKwtfZFCbzt_Q2xrVII_lh3fgVW_6JNIuDyOGrjEyUQrMkreXc
This coed, non-contact camp is perfect for all ages and abilities!  Families are welcome on the field with the campers, and siblings are welcome to participate. A picnic-style lunch will follow the camp. The camp is FREE for kids of all ages.Xavier High School Football Field, 1600 W. Prospect Ave, Appleton
10:30: Registration
11:00: Introductions and Instructions
11:05: Gather to assigned group
11:05-12:00: Station work (10 stations at 6 minutes each)
12:10 – 1:30: Picnic-style lunch for the entire family and awards inside Xavier High School
*If your child requires a special diet, please plan accordingly. We are unable to meet individual requests. The picnic lunch provided consists of burgers, brats, a variety of salads and drinks.*
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Down Syndrome Awareness Walks Around the State https://www.dsaw.org/

• 9/14 La Crosse: Onalaska Omni Center
• 9/29 Madison Area Down Syndrome Society: Olin Park
• 9/22 Milwaukee Zoo Walk: 
• 9/28 Central WI: Marathon Park
• 9/29 Chippewa Valley: Irvine Park (Main Pavilion)
• 10/5 Fox Cities: Riverside Park
• 10/12 Sheboygan: Kiwanis Park 

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 9/19 Adoptive & Foster Parents Night Out:  Samoeun's Happy Wok in Plover. 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM Enjoy a tasty dinner while connecting with other parents who have gone through the foster/adoption process. Take this opportunity to chat, ask questions, and get to know one another. All foster and adoptive parents are encouraged to join! Attendees pay the cost of their own meal. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adoptive-foster-parents-night-out-plover-registration-62326097034?ref=enivte001&invite=MTY1NjM1ODcvaXJvbmtpZHNAaG90bWFpbC5jb20vMA%3D%3D%0A&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=invitemodernv2&utm_term=attend
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​     Children's Festivals!
9/21 CommunityFEST  9-2pm 
        East Gate Hall, Marathon Park
​        Wausau
9/21 Clark County Children's Festival         Greeenwood High School
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9/28 Harvest Picnic 12-3  Trzebiatowski Farm  6131 State Hwy 54, Plover, 
All inclusive and accessible event! Pig Roast Lunch, Live Music, Live Animals/Petting Zoo, Craft Activity, Wheelchair Accessible Hayrides, Plenty of Food, Fellowship and Fun for All!  Karen or Al   715-344-5972 No rain date.
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9/28 DSAW-Central Wisconsin Awareness Walk! Celebrate our friends with Down syndrome! https://secure.qgiv.com/event/centralwalk19
Featuring music, bounce houses, red carpet showcase, raffles, t-shirts, amazing prizes, outdoor activities and MORE! 
 
Sign up for the "21" Showcase 
We want YOUR loved one with Down syndrome to be featured in this year's "21" Showcase! Individuals with Down syndrome of ALL ages are invited to walk the red carpet in front of their family and friends and be recognized for their individual gifts and talents. Children who are not yet able to walk on their own may walk the red carpet with a parent, caregiver, or sibling - the more, the merrier! Sign up here. https://airtable.com/shrjeBCZ3IyUDtnzp

Marathon Park 
Family Festival begins at Noon 
Walk begins at 3pm 
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12/7~The Mane Event - Christmas Barn Dance/Buffet Dinner/Live Music/Raffle
Live Auction. Kick off the Holiday season in style! www.jeremiahscrossing.org
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4/24-25/2020 The Mane Quilt Show- fundraiser! ~ Enter your quilt in the show ~ Shop our vendors ~ Have your quilt appraised ~ Visit the amazing exhibit of 1 inch to 1 foot scale quilts2nd annual show will be held!  www.jeremiahscrossing.org
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            Catholic Charities Adoption Opportunities for foster and adoptive families!***Registration required http://cclse.org/post-adoption/
              Central WI 
Morgan Wolosek in our Wausau office at mwolosek@cclse.org or 715.849.3311 x 1728. Visit us and our lending library at 540 S Third Ave, 54401.

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Please reach out and contact: 
Eau Claire and Surrounding AREA    Anne Rozeboom  ozeboom@cclse.org
                 or 715.832.6644 x 1520.
 
La Crosse & Surrounding Area
 aroeder@cclse.org or 608.782.0710 x 1223. Visit us and our lending library at 3710 East Ave South, 54601.
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​Disclaimer: These activities and information in this document are not sponsored nor endorsed by the agency, organization or school district sharing forward this information. Neither do they assume responsibility for the conduct during or safety of the activities. The above (or forwarding party) shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim, or petition filed in any court of administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials including attorney’s fees and judgments or awards.       ​

          Featured  Opportunities
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Apply for an Employment First Partner Grant! 
 
The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (WI BPDD) is seeking up to eight (8) organizations to engage in community outreach activities that lead to increased community, integrated employment for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Anyone committed to expanding integrated employment in their community can apply, including people with disabilities, family members, service providers, and schools. 
 
Possible activities include hosting a community conversation about employment, presenting to employer groups such as the chamber of commerce, or connecting families new to community-based employment with families who are committed to it to share experiences and alleviate concerns.  Each grantee will receive up to $2,000 plus coaching and presentation materials to engage in outreach activities. 
 
To learn more and apply, see the Employment First Partner application.  The deadline has been extended -- applications are due by 5:00 pm on August 30, 2019. 
 
Please contact Molly Cooney at 608-266-0266 or molly.cooney@wisconsin.gov with any questions.

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Youth in Partnership with Parents for Empowerment (YiPPE) An opportunity for youth with disabilities (ages 14-21) and their parents to learn about the transition process in a unique way while building real life skills in the areas of employment, education, living and health. YiPPE is a no-cost event and participants must be able to attend all five weekend sessions. ​
https://wspei.org/families/yippe.php
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​Transition Parents in Partnership (PIP) is an opportunity for families to learn about the transition process for their youth with disabilities ages 14-21 in the areas of employment, education, living and health. PIP consists of five sessions and participants must be able to attend all Saturday sessions. This is a no-cost event. Fennimore, WI https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RHZP-iN6T_yX9gwV9hSYzkPV0b5IoEkc/view
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Pre- registration for STUFF THE SCHOOL BUS South Wood County – by 8/1/19 School supplies to be distributed during “Stuff the Desk” on August 16-17, 2019 at Lincoln High School (1801 16th St. S., Wisconsin Rapids).  Items that are distributed will come from a community-wide collection on August 1, 2019 during Lunch By The River.  Register online https://www.uwswac.org/stuff-desk-south-wood-county
Call 2-1-1 (or 877-947-2211) Monday through Friday between 8am and 5pm.  
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                       GRANTS
Variety annual grant process for individuals with physical disAbilities 

Grants for  other enabling equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, lifts, ramps, vehicle modifications, adaptive driving equipment, and more.  2019
      3rd Quarter Grant Cycle: July 1-31      4th Quarter Grant Cycle: Oct 1-31,

If your child, or someone you know could benefit from a grant, please apply! Applications will be available during the open grant cycles. Email: programs@varietywi.org.
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             On going Activities!

Stevens Point Children's Museum is open 1st Monday of the month for our families who have children with Unique Needs!

1100 Main Street Stevens Point
715-344-2003       5-7pm
         Cwchildrensmuseum.org
Open just for our kids from 5-7 p.m. and free for all members of the family.
(or any of kids/ w special needs)
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Special Needs Dance is the 1st Wednesday of the month 6-8:30 @ the Biron community center on 32nd St. Please let people with special needs know must be 18 or older to attend.
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Autism Society of the Fox Valley   www.autismfoxvalley.org/membership/ ASFV's monthly Monkey Joe's event First Saturday of the month!  Monkey Joe's opens their doors exclusively to families of children with autism from 9:00 until 10:00 am (and you're welcome to stay as long as you like). FREE for members or just $5 for non-member families! Appleton?
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Adaptive gymnastics class
YMCA in Stevens Point
Shining Stars Gymnastics For ages 2-7    Fridays I  10:30-11:00
       715-342-2980  ext 324
Cost—$36 for members $72 for non members-- Financial assistance is available! Check with your CLTS waiver manager.  
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​Wisconsin Extreme Dream team- Cheer and Stunt!
          For individuals interested in participating in our Special Needs team, Athletes ages 5.3 through Adult are able to participate in an all star cheer program.  Have fun, learn a new sport and participate in on activity that is exciting and healthy!  Contact Sue:  poeschl@gmail.com   Practice is at:  5216 Heffron Ct. St Point.
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Sensory Storytimes
Select Tuesdays at 10:30a.m. Monona Public Library  608.216.7453
Big Bear Sensory Storytime!
Sensory Storytime is just like regular storytime, but with modifications that make storytime more comfortable children with specific needs -Registration is recommended  Karen Wendt in collaboration with Lindsey Rice, an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher from Winnequah Elementary School. 
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Special Needs Aquatic Program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.  The classes are for young children of all abilities accompanied by a parent or guardian.  Classes also  for infants, toddlers & preschool. 
$40. The 30-minute classes
 www.uwsp.edu/shcp/Pages/SNAP/child.aspx,       call 715-346-2706 or email rsuomi@uwsp.edu.
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Sky Zone's  Sensory Morning -events 2nd & 4th Sunday morning of each month from 9:30-11:30am. Sky Zone Appleton, WI will turn off the music and dial down the distractions for the comfort of their jumpers. The event is held outside of general public hours, when children & adults with special needs and their siblings, family & friends are all welcome to come jump!  (wheelchair lift). cost
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​ZaRonis Macaroni & Pizza Pub,  Oshkosh  First and third Saturday of every month  11:00AM - 2:00PM  Sensory  Friendly- lights dimmed, music way down and servers versed to accommodate children with special needs. Oshkosh
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Special  Needs Scouting! Call your local Council for a pack near you!
Cub Scout Pack 480
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church in Rib Mountain,
is inviting all families of Youth with Special Needs 
             BOYS & GIRLS grades K-5.
Contact Christine.reynebeau@samoset.org or 715.355.1450​
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WI FACETS – www.wifacets.org Family Engagement Newsletter –
    August: Other Health Impairment         September: Assistive Technology    
​    October: Learning Disabilities
    November:
        Emotional Behavioral Disabilities

​Family Voices -
FACT sheets on everything you need to understand: CCOP/Waivers/Denials and more!  
http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com 

Family Voices -Trainings
http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/trainings/afc/ 
      Learn about accessing what you    
       need for your child and family!

Family Voices newsletter in support of Creating Family Support and Disability Resources Centers. The newsletter also includes: Surviving the Holidays, Finding and Hiring Direct Care Workers
 http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/…/Winter-Newsletter-…

Down Syndrome Statewide calendar of events!  https://www.dsaw.org/statewide-events     
          
 Wisconsin Addiction Recovery 
​ Helpline: https://211wisconsin.communityos.org/addiction-helpline
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Behavioral Health/Mental Health Online Database: 
www.mch-hotlines.org/wisconsin-first-step

NAMI  calendar for Mental Health, Networking,  AODA, NA and Clubhouse Opportunities and Resources:                                  http://namiportagewoodcounties.org/Events/Calendar.html
 
2-1-1 Your local United Way Website!

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                   Attention:
  Family Caregivers/Providers 
       *Funding for Respite!  
         *Find a Provider
         * Be a Provider
Respite Care Association of Wisconsin    Please go to:  https://respitecarewi.org/live/our-programs/   for their most current forms and application process. 
   
Respite Care of Wisconsin also has 
resource for:
           Caregivers of Elderly
           Caregivers of Adults
           Caregivers of Children 
                        and 
           Respite Care Worker
           https://respitecarewi.org/​

This newsletter is compiled through a variety of list serves including but not  limited to:

Waismen Center Healthy Ready to Work
Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN)
Family Voices of Wisconsin
Tony Evers DPI Connection
Family Assistance Center for Education Training and Support 
             (FACETS)  http://www.wifacets.org
 Public Access to Court  Electronic Records (PACER)
 Cooperative Educational Service Agency (CESA)
Wisconsin Statewide Transition Initiative  (WSTI) 
             http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/parent.html
Parents
Board for People with Developmental Disabilities
DAWN - Disability Awareness Wisconsin Network
National Center on Secondary Education and Transition
             http://www.ncset.org/enews/.
Wisconsin Children and Families - WisKids Journal -       
             http://capwiz.com/wccf/mim/signup/.
The Catalyst Centerhttp://hdwg.org/catalyst/.
National Center on Secondary Education and Transition  
                http://www.ncset.org/enews/.

WSPEI and WI FACETS to share statewide information
regarding parent leadership and family involvement.

Parent Leadership Hub:http://wispdg.org/pl/e-news.html
 Just in Time Information (JITI):
                                          http://wispdg.org/pl/res_jit.html
Resources: http://www.wispdg.org/pl/resources.html*
Calendar of Events:  http://wispdg.org/int/pl-cal.html
Multi-Media Workshops, Video and Webcasts: 
                                    http://wispdg.org/pl-multi.html
Product Order Form:  http://wispdg.org/pl/Revised_Parent_Leadership_Hub_Order_Form-9-08.pdf
 The Parent Leadership Hub supports parents/family members, educators and other  community partners to build capacity regarding meaningful family involvement.   The Hub serves three primary purposes:
(1)  To support parents of children with disabilities between birth and 26 years of  age to participate as partners in the professional development activities of each of the other Statewide Initiatives as they design, deliver and support
professional development experiences
(2) To facilitate opportunities for parents/family members to build leadership skills
(3) To provide Content  Focused technical assistance concerning family  involvement
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