Mid-November and December  2018 Newsletter  

Please e-mail Pam at ironkids@hotmail.com         For a printable version of this newsletter.           With your activities and events!
                                                   
                                                     Empower yourself with information, resources and personal connections!  
                                               Please go to the PIER Calendar Tabs for more information on Trainings &  Activities!  

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         Trainings and Workshops
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Please check out the Original Calendar for more information & updated listings!

NO DECEMBER -   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!
or families who have individuals’ special needs! Learn about resources and services for our children, youth and adults!
We can “flex” this time, just contact me ~
ironkids@hotmail.com   715-423-7182
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12/6   Autism Society of Central Wisconsin St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau
6:30 PM. Mike  715-359-0886    autismsocietycw@gmail.com
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12/8 Gracie’s Place: Parent Networking group~ Aromatherapy/Essential Oils Woodruff, 9:30 - 11:00 AM  Kid’s (all ages) welcome.
All stakeholders welcome - grandparents, teachers, community leaders, et.al.
715-966-6474 Email: deb@gracies-place.org
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12/12  -   Wood County Children's Advisory Committee Meeting 10am -12pm  Wood County Human Services Dept. Riverblock in Wisconsin Rapids and Cornerstone in Marshfield.
Your participation will help shape future children’s services within Wood County.  What works? What do you need? How can we improve?
Call Denise 2 weeks in advance if possible and participate via "Youbuyity"  Denise dklosinski@co.wood.wi.us  715-421-8848 –phone
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12/13 Let’s Clear the Smoke- Get the Facts About Vaping (7:30-8:30am; 11:30am-12:30pm; 4-5pm) at North Central Health Care Theater, 1100 Lake View Drive, 715-261-1931
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CYQDP89
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12/13-14  Special Education Collaborative Supports Conference
WI Dells, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeykeJizrXNjOQl7u2961RKeuVjtLqOiwJDUHwgUJChGagnHQ/viewform
This conference is for any person who teaches or supports students with IEPs with a focus on those that mentor, coach, and provide professional learning to educators at a school, district, CESA, institution of higher education, family support, or affiliated organization. College and Career Ready IEPs;Supporting Social, Emotional and Mental Health as a Foundation for Learning; Literacy Supports for Students with IEPs; Student, Teacher, and Peer Relationships; Family and Community Engagement; Inclusive Strategies; and Coaching, Facilitating, and Adult Professional Learning.
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1/12 thru 4/15  Young Adult Relationship Class DSAW-Family Services is offering a course on relationships for individuals with Down syndrome and other special needs. This class will cover relationships, personal boundaries, dating, self-defense, stranger danger, and safety. Designed for individuals ages 16 and up. Down Syndrome Association of  Wisconsin (11709 W Cleveland Ave, Suite 2, West Allis, ) WHEN: There will be two classes offered this winter. Both will run from January 12, 2019 thru April 15, 2019.
1.      Monday Nights from 6pm - 8pm OR
2.      Saturday Mornings from 9am - 11am
PAYMENT: This class is IRIS billable, and can also be paid privately.
Contact Rachel  rachel@dsaw.org <rachel@dsaw.org>;
https://www.dsaw.org/milwaukee-relationship-class
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1/15 Ask the expert Jessica Gordon~ Facebook Live Decoding Dyslexia Wisconsin Network· Regional Manager, Understood  ​Waisman Centers ~Day with the Experts Series
https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/outreach/waisman-center-day-with-experts/
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1/22 "Trauma-Informed Care in Youth-/Young Adult-Serving Organizations" webinar, Mandy Davis, https://www.pathwaysrtc.pdx.edu/webinars-upcoming?utm_source=rtcUpdates%3A+Pathways+RTC+News&utm_campaign=5e1f57f32a-2018-11-rtcUpdates&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b18385e68b-5e1f57f32a-244765837
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2/23 Asperger Experts ~Travis Monson: Addressing Behavior Marshfield
8 -5 pm Special Thanks to the Autism Society of Central WI for Sponsoring this event!​ Topics:
    Sensory (Good /Bad Input),
    Defense Mode Strategies
           ( how to become less isolated)
    Motivational Techniques       
      (increase activity and productivity.)
     Resource panel for parents and professionals!  Who’s Who and how can they help?
http://angermenotfndation.wixsite.com/angermenotfoundation/copy-of-hartwig-speaks-on-behavior-1

Laura 715-207-7785 
angermenotfoundation@gmail.com
        Hosting a Resource Table
        Parent Scholarship
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.
Travis   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXqKm_Jyiao
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2/ 25-26 CESA 5 Speech and Language Institute https://slpinstitute.cesa5.org/
​Augmentative & Alternative Communication Team from the Waisman Center presenting: Working Together to Promote Students’ Successful Communication
& Matching for Individuals with Complex Communication Needs.: A Practical Approach School-age children who stutter can face many challenges, both in and out of the classroom.
​2/28  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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​Waisman Centers ~Day with the Experts Series https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/outreach/waisman-center-day-with-experts/
​1/ 26  @ 9:00 am - 12:30 Autism
3/9    @ 9:00 am - 12:30 Down Syndrome
5/1    @ 9:00 am - 12:30  Cochlear
                                     Implants
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4/11-13 Autism Society of Wisconsin's 30th Annual Conference
Kalahari Resort and Convention Center Wisconsin Dells, WI
http://www.asw4autism.org/event-cal/30th-annual-conference/
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5/2&3 Circles of Life 2019 Stevens Point, WI  circlesoflifeconference.com Talk to your case manager to pay for this conference in your 2019 “plan”
Develop new skills, learn up to date information and resources! circlesoflifeconference.com
Sponsor/vendors contact Lynn Renner 608.828.9959    lynn@fvofwi.org  
circlesoflifeconference.com/support-col/
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8/15/19 Literacy workshop For Passionate Readers: The Art of Engaging and Reaching Every Child. Speaker: Pernille Ripp Wis Dells ​Cost    Contant Liz   608-745-5472 or graffe@cesa5.org
https://login.myquickreg.com/register/event/event.cfm?eventid=22314
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           WEBSITE RESOURCES
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IEP Check List:  https://wifacets.org/sites/default/files/iep_checklist.pdf   https://wifacets.org/resources
   
Special Education Team                 http://dpi.wi.gov/sped

Special Education A-Z Index          http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/a-z

Information for Educators               http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/educators

Special Education Web Portal         http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/educators/webportal

Information for Families                  http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/families
 
Special Education Program Areas   http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/program

Key Topics                                       http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/topics

Bulletins                                           http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/laws-procedures-bulletins/bulletins
 
Individual Educational Evaluation   https://dpi.wi.gov/sped/topics/indepentent-educational-evaluation

Functional Behavioral Assessment    https://dpi.wi.gov/sped/topics/functional-behavioral-assessment

Discipline, Suspensions, and Expulsions    https://dpi.wi.gov/sspw/pupil-services/school-social-work/contents/behavior/discipline-suspension-explusion

Special Education in Plain Language   https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/pdf/spec-ed-plain-lang-english.pdf

Bulletins   https://dpi.wi.gov/sped/laws-procedures-bulletins/bulletins

Understand Manifestation   https://dpi.wi.gov/sped/laws-procedures-bulletins/bulletins/14-02
                                                https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/pdf/bul14-02.pdf

Behavior for Student Success-Moving Beyond Seclusion and Restraint Set the conditions for student success. Best practices related to student behavior, along with information on functional behavioral assessments (FBA).  https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/pdf/ebd-scaffold-behav.pdf
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Remember to check:
        Your local Library's!
        Stevens Point Children’s Museum  
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11/30 "Changing Lives Gala" 
Tamra Oman Stand-up Comedy and Singing!   5 to 9 pm
http://www.wifamilyties.org/ 
Banquet Room at Harley-Davidson of Madison  6200 Millpond Road 
Appetizers - Silent Auction & Raffle - Entertainment - Cash Bar 
$50/PERSON 
(Sponsorship Tables available, contact alison@wifamilyties.org) 
 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/changing-lives-gala-tickets-48933601720 
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Sensory Friendly Movies!
      12/1 - Ralph Breaks the Internet
      12/29 - Aquaman
       1/5 - Mary Poppins Returns
 Rogers Cinema in Point
10:00am.  Ticket price is $6.50 for just the movie or $8.50 with movie, popcorn and small soda.  Everyone is welcome(on the spectrum or not).
Questions, Lori ldziedzic27@gmail.com
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12/1 Mane Event ~ Winters Gala  5-10 PM  Sit-down-dinner/Live Music   Raffle/Live Auction.  Kick off the Holiday season in style! A Jeremiah's Crossing Event and Fundraiser!
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12/1 DSAW Holiday Party! We will have games, crafts, food, storytime, karaoke, and holiday fun for all ages! Meat will be donated by the Raschka family, and attendees are asked to contribute a side dish for the potluck. Santa will be providing a gift for each child with Down syndrome, along with a small gift for all siblings.
The Moose Lodge
1025 2nd St N, Stevens Point, WI 54481
To be guaranteed a gift from Santa, please RSVP no later than Sunday, November 18. If you register after this date, you may bring a wrapped gift for Santa to pass out to your loved one.
https://www.dsaw.org/events/centralholidayparty18
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Sensory Friendly Movies!
      12/1 - Ralph Breaks the Internet 
      12/29 - Aquaman
       1/5 - Mary Poppins Returns
 Rogers Cinema in Point
10:00am.  Ticket price is $6.50 for just the movie or $8.50 with movie, popcorn and small soda.  Everyone is welcome(on the spectrum or not).
Questions, Lori ldziedzic27@gmail.com
  *See Grinch in Msfld 12/15 see below
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12/2 Sensory Friendly Santa!   Free 9-11am   5225 Heffron Court
Stevens Point – 715-544-6847
​Doors open @ 8:45, Sing a long and group meeting @ 9.
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12/4 A Holiday Surprise!
6-7:30 p.m. Presented by Marisa Doll, Marshfield Family Resource Center Coordinator Calling all kids ages 2 to 7: Do you want to make a holiday gift to give to that extra special person in your life?  Then come with your mom or dad or another adult and create a masterpiece! Held at Tiny Tigers Child Care Center, Register 715-387-2729 ext.  5
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12/9   Sensory Friendly Skate with Santa – Melody Gardens Marshfield$ 3.00 for skate rental 4:45 - 6:45 pm Questions,     Laura 715-207-7785
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12/15 Sensory Friendly Movie 10:00 a.m Marshfield Rogers Cinema
Grinch
Ticket price is $6.50 for just the movie or $8.50 with movie, popcorn and small soda.  Everyone is welcome(on the spectrum or not).Questions,
​          Laura 715-207-7785
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Sensory Storytimes
Select Tuesdays at 10:30a.m. beginning .Monona Public Library
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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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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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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​Catholic Charities Adoption Opportunities for foster and adoptive families!***Registration required http://cclse.org/post-adoption/

Wausau and Surrounding Area 
12/2 Moccasin Creek Tree Family Farm  7094 Lundberg Road Wisconsin Rapids,    2:00-5:00 pm
Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christmas-tree-farm-registration-50468485599
For foster and adoptive families! Get together for outdoor fun and refreshments while meeting old and new friends alike!
Email Eddie at elonghurst@cclse.org  (Trees will vary in pricing ~ 10% goes to Worldwide Heart to Heart Organization.)

12/12 Mom's Night Out event and a great evening where foster and adoptive moms can get together to connect, socialize, and meet old friends as well as make new friends. RSVP & join us!  5:30-7
Ranchito Perez, 3462 Church Street, Stevens Point, 
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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.

Trust-Based Parenting Lunchtime Discussion Group*
12/20, 12:00-1:00 pm                            Five & Two Cafe at Down to Earth Garden Center, Eau Claire
Connect monthly with others implementing relationship-based caregiving. New friends always welcome!

Holiday Make & Take for Moms          12/3, 5:00-6:00 pm  Down to Earth Garden Center, EC  We will be making lovely holiday evergreen centerpieces in the greenhouse that you will get to take home. These centerpieces will be made out of evergreen branches, dogwood twigs, pine cones and more! By using a special foam core, they will last for the entire season too! Cost is $25 per person and includes one centerpiece. Please register by 11/19

La Crosse & Surrounding Area
Magen mduffy@cclse.org or 608.782.0710 x 1223.

Mom's Night Out: Onalaska* 
12/10, 6:00 pm
Senor Villa, David Reay's, Onalaska  This group will have two get-togethers in the coming quarter! Please join us to chat, ask questions and meet other adoptive/foster moms in the area. All foster and adoptive and pre adoptive moms are encouraged to join us! Attendees pay the cost of their own meal.

Parent/Tot Playgroup+ - November and December
12/ 7, 9:30-11:30 am                                La Crosse Wellness Center  Join us for a fun day of playing while the big kids are in school! Admission for kids will be paid for by CCPARC. Parents are free. This group is open to all foster and adoptive kids aged 5 and under! The big turf gym is open to all. There are games, toys, balls and a bounce house! Note there are two different dates this quarter. RSVP for either or both!

Mom's Night Out: Black River Falls*
1/ 5, 6:00 pm
Rozario's Pizza, Black River Falls
Join us for a fun night out meeting other moms who are raising their families through adoption and foster care. We will meet up to talk about our kids, families and any concerns and questions you may have. Come lend support or ask your questions! Attendees are responsible for the cost of their own meal.
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Birth Parent Get-Together: Pizza Night 11/19, 5:30 pm Catholic Charities, La Crosse
Come support and meet other birth parents who have placed a child through adoption. All birth parents are welcome to join us regardless of type of adoption placement. A pizza dinner will be provided by CCPARC. Please RSVP.

*Attendees responsible for the cost of own meal   Free event, please RSVP​
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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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12/5  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.  

2/23 Asperger Experts ~Travis Monson: Addressing Behavior Marshfield
8 -5 pm Special Thanks to the Autism Society of Central WI for Sponsoring this event!​ Topics:
    Sensory (Good /Bad Input),
    Defense Mode Strategies
           ( how to become less isolated)
    Motivational Techniques       
      (increase activity and productivity.)
     Resource panel for parents and professionals!  Who’s Who and how can they help? http://angermenotfndation.wixsite.com/angermenotfoundation/workshopregistration
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                      GRANTS
Variety annual grant process for individuals with physical disAbilities Adaptive bicycles. Nov 1-30, 

Grants for all other enabling equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, lifts, ramps, vehicle modifications, adaptive driving equipment, and more.  2019
1st Quarter Grant Cycle: Jan 1- 31,
2nd Quarter Grant Cycle:Apr 1- 30, 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!

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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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! 
Cub Scout Pack 480
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church in Rib Mountain,
is inviting all families of Youth with Special Needs 

The Cub Scout program is open to BOYS & GIRLS grades K-5.

The program focuses on each individual doing the activities to their best ability, determined by their parents, which allows for success and advancement with recognition for being their best self, no matter what that looks like. In addition, we have events with neuro-typical youth throughout the year, so that the program is not segregated.

As Scouts advance, we have a Special Needs troop, where they are able to participate into their adult lives and work on achieving their Eagle rank! If you have any questions or can’t make the meeting, please contact Christine.reynebeau@samoset.org or 715.355.1450​
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Criteria in functional screen handbook that outlines what diagnoses are needed: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p02035.pdf
 
Changes to the Children’s Long-Term Support Program! 
http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/FOR-WEBSITE-Fall-2018-News-Main-Article.pdf
 
Disagreeing!
   When you disagree with a decision that a county has made regarding your childs service plan:
Contact  county  worker
Families have the right to file a formal appeal at the state level as well.
Technical Assistance Leads (TA Leads) are also available to families and counties to talk through situations or ask questions.
You can access a map and contact information for TA Leads here: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p00996.pdf
 
Check out the Deciding Together Guide, a new statewide resource intended to facilitate shared and intentional discussions between Support and Service Coordinators and families to identify family outcomes and the broad array of services that can help achieve those outcomes.
 
Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline is available statewide 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 211 or 833-944-4673.  Call 2-1-1 for local recovery resources!
 
WRPS educational options:
https://media.wrps.org/pdf/educational_options_notice_2018.pdf
 
The Arc Wisconsin Webinar Series: Advice on Planning for your Loved One’s Financial Future
https://arcwi.org/2018/08/29/join-the-arc-wisconsin-for-some-free-advice-on-planning-for-your-loved-ones-financial-future/
Concern for the future?  Learn how to plan
https://arcwi.org/2018/09/21/the-arc-wisconsin-webinar-series-concerned-for-the-future-learn-how-to-plan/
Thanks Bonnie!
Anxiety or Aggression? When Anxiety in Children Looks Like Anger, Tantrums, or Meltdowns Kids can do amazing things with the right information, and it’s important not to underestimate their potential for understanding. https://www.heysigmund.com/anxiety-or-aggression-children/?c=244c84852205&fbclid=IwAR3uvzLNZfXrVG4zDBCwCzOKUNvGi4iNuy6QO0RjUOs02YUIADPGl9ZJ-dE
 
Dyslexia Pals - Poor working memory can be a big issue for kids with dyslexia. This article has some great advice. https://www.facebook.com/113209298712058/posts/2173099989389635/
 
From Dyslexia Pals check out: Doctor Dyslexia Dude -superhero with dyslexia. Word and OneNote – app for dictations – coming soon!  Students with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia and Mobility limitations will be able to “write” more effectively then typing. https://www.engadget.com/2018/10/15/microsoft-office-web-dictation-helps-dyslexia/?fbclid=IwAR31F46ZBgQjMOFt8B3Pb_3a3eLtnmSHe0tXemRNisbjtKKH67P1FeonFLk

DSAW has a library of recorded webinars that can be watched any time. Topics include IEPs, speech therapy, transportation, caregivers, supplemental trusts, ABA therapy, and more https://www.dsaw.org/webinars
https://www.pathwaysrtc.pdx.edu/webinars-upcoming?utm_source=rtcUpdates%3A+Pathways+RTC+News&utm_campaign=5e1f57f32a-2018-11-rtcUpdates&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b18385e68b-5e1f57f32a-244765837


Pathways Transition Training Video Briefs -minute video
skills for working with youth, young adults, and families affected by mental health challenges. Includes practice-oriented discussion questions and links to relevant resources trauma-informed care,
youth cultures, engaging youth in treatment, promoting family support, shared decision making.
https://www.pathwaysrtc.pdx.edu/pathways-transition-video-briefs/?utm_source=rtcUpdates%3A+Pathways+RTC+News&utm_campaign=98501bba33-2018-10-rtcUpdates&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b18385e68b-98501bba33-244765837
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Event title links to information & registration for WI FACETS FREE workshops & webinars:
By phone, Sandra: 877-374-0511
All webinars 12:00—1:00 PM
           (unless otherwise noted)

12/3 Dispute Resolution Options 

12/4 Speech and Language Assessments
        and Updates


12/5 Independent Education
        Evaluations (IEE)

12/13 El camino a la adultez, lo que
         todo padre debe de saber

​12/19  How Smooth is Your Ride - the
​           Importance of Self Care

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WI FACETS – www.wifacets.org Family Engagement Newsletter – 

​November: Emotional Behavioral
                            Disorders​

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

Down Syndrome Statewide calendar of events!          https://www.dsaw.org/statewide-events     
          
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 needing 
        funding for Respite!  
The Respite Care Association of Wisconsin is currently restructuring their respite program.   Please go to:  https://respitecarewi.org/live/our-programs/   for their most current forms and application process. 
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   Caregivers & Providers! 
Within every neighborhood there are individuals that need help. Check out this flexible opportunity in which you as a provider can help child, youth, adult or elderly individual  get up in the morning and get out to work or school!  Maybe mentor so individuals can be involved in their community!   Perhaps it would be helping that family caregiver get a break, to do household tasks, work, run errands and / or oh my Gosh ~ go for a walk!  You set your time/travel/cliental/wage!
Please share forward to others you may know that are caregivers or providers! 

Family Care Givers - check out RCA to find a provider that can help you out!
         www.respitecarewi.org

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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