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  • Life Planning Series: Trusts and ABLE accounts

    Join us for this workshop to learn more about Power of Attorney, health care directives, maintaining eligibility for government benefits, Special and Supplemental Needs Trusts, and ABLE accounts. It will address the unique challenges individuals with disabilities and their families face as they begin their transition into adulthood. Presented by Roger Strege, CES(c), President of Special Needs Planners, a financial planner, and Certified Estate and Trust Specialist™. Attendance at both workshops in the series is encouraged.

    Free

  • Transitioning from early intervention to special education services

    When a child with disabilities turns three, they make the transition from early intervention to preschool and special education. This workshop will explain the difference between early intervention services and preschool special education services and provide helpful tips for making this change.

    Free

  • Life Planning Series: Supported decision-making and guardianship

    This workshop will address the consideration and purpose of supported decision-making and guardianship with a focus on the details of the legal procedures. It will also include a discussion about both short- and long-term planning. Presented by Joesph P. Kukla, esq., Thiel, Anderson, Kukla & Gunderson, PLLP. Attendance at both workshops in the series is encouraged.

    Free

  • Executive function tools to support independent living

    A wide range of assistive technology (AT) can be used to support teens and adults with disabilities to complete tasks at home or at work. We will demonstrate apps and devices that help with reminders, timers, and visual and audio prompts. Join us to learn about tools that can help individuals function more independently at home or on the job.

    Free

  • Executive function tools for school and work

    Executive function skills like focus, organization, and time management are essential for success in both education and the workplace. This workshop will introduce assistive technology tools—such as apps, smart devices and strategies—that can support adults in managing tasks, setting reminders, and staying on track. Whether you're a student, employee, or supporting someone who is, you'll leave with practical strategies to enhance productivity and independence.

    Free

  • Getting started with assistive technology

    Assistive technology (AT) supports people with disabilities in their daily life, learning, and work. This beginner-friendly webinar will introduce participants to AT and demonstrate a variety of devices and apps that help with communication, focus, organization, and independence. Participants will gain practical ideas and real-life examples of how AT can make a difference in everyday settings.

    Free

  • Assistive technology for communication

    Assistive technology for communication can help individuals express their wants and needs, exchange information, interact socially, and more. This beginner-friendly webinar will demonstrate and explore a sampling of symbol-based and text-based communication tools. It will look at a range of low-to-high-tech apps and devices available in our Simon Technology Center.

    Free

  • Addressing challenging behaviors

    Academic, behavioral, and social expectations can overwhelm students with mental health, emotional, or behavioral needs and increase challenging behaviors. All children have the right to an education, even when behaviors get in the way. Join us for this workshop to learn more about how you can support your child and address these challenges. Participants will develop an understanding of:
    - Mental health and behavior
    - How to improve their response to challenging behaviors
    - How to implement positive supports and interventions

    Free

  • Addressing challenging behaviors

    Academic, behavioral, and social expectations can overwhelm students with mental health, emotional, or behavioral needs and increase challenging behaviors. All children have the right to an education, even when behaviors get in the way. Join us for this workshop to learn more about how you can support your child and address these challenges. Participants will develop an understanding of:
    - Mental health and behavior
    - How to improve their response to challenging behaviors
    - How to implement positive supports and interventions

    Free

  • Effective communication when addressing bullying with the IEP team

    This workshop will address ways to effectively communicate with your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) team when addressing issues around bullying. It will focus on tips when advocating for students with disabilities, including making sure they have access to tools like safe spaces, self-advocacy skills and an understanding of safety.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify webinars@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

    Free