Autism Toolkit of Georgia
Autism Toolkit of Georgia
Join us to learn how to take the lead in your child's educational journey by knowing who is on your child's evaluation team, developing effective communication skills, exploring placement options, and planning for transitions.
School Discipline & Disability: What Parents Need to Know
Is your child facing suspension or expulsion? Don’t navigate it alone. Join attorney Jean Estes, Esq. for a parent-friendly webinar on Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) — the process that protects students with disabilities. Learn when MDR happens, what it means, and how to advocate for your child with confidence.
Contact: Amanda Brown
Email: amandab@p2pga.org
Phone: (678) 736-7314
More Info: https://tinyurl.com/yc5vw94s
Join us to learn how to take the lead in your child's educational journey by knowing who is on your child's educational team, developing effective communication skills, exploring placement options, and planning for transitions.
This workshop is designed specifically for parents and advocates of young adults transitioning to adulthood, by offering practical guidance on decision-making for high school, graduation, work, and further education.
Parents will learn how a clear vision and high expectations can guide and ground their child’s transition to adulthood, especially when navigating challenges faced by young people with disabilities.
Presenter:
Dana Lloyd, Director of Community Engagement & Outreach
Georgia Advocacy Office
Contact: Amanda Brown
Email: amandab@p2pga.org
Phone: (678) 736-7314
More Info: https://tinyurl.com/29sdb8ff
Join us as P2P discusses Medicaid programs, services and how to qualify. The webinar will include detailed information about both the Katie Beckett Deeming Waiver, how to apply, eligibility requirements, tips on the application process and information on appealing denials.
!RECHARGE! - Parents of Special Needs Individuals Support Group through Connections for Special Parents (CSP)
Topic: Topic: Preparing for the new school year
Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025
Time: 6:00pm
Location: CSP Center, 613 Cook Street, Royston, GA
Please RSVP at this link https://forms.gle/kPvEc9NQJqyRTC8J8
For questions, please email cspnega@gmail.com or call 706-436-6756
This group meets the third Thursday of every month. Food, camaraderie and a topic will be discussed. If you have ideas for topics you'd like to see covered, just let us know!
Miles of Advocacy In-Person Support Group Meeting
Topic: Ensuring your child has a successful school year! Making sure your child's IEP is meeting their needs.
Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Starbucks, 1805 Dennis Kemp Lane NW, Kennesaw, GA 30152
Snacks or drinks will be provided for those who register.
For more information or to register, email Amy Pitts at info@MilesOfAdvocacy.com
A Brief Overview of Assistive
Technology for Parents and Families
This training will introduce parents of school-age children to assistive
technology devices and services; help them determine what assistive
technology (AT) their child might need to overcome barriers and achieve
their goals, and locate sources for AT.
Join us as P2P provides an overview of Georgia’s Medicaid waivers, and will explore specifically the NOW/COMP waivers. You will learn about the eligibility requirements, how to apply, the services covered, and what happens once your child/young adult’s NOW/COMP waiver is funded. You will also be provided some tips and suggestions on how Parent to Parent of Georgia can help you navigate this process.
Join us as P2P discusses the basic components of Special Education and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This training will explain how the process of special education works, including Child Find, Response to Intervention (RTI) and Student Support Teams; making a referral; what to expect from an evaluation; how to prepare for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting and how to resolve disputes.
Join us as P2P provides an overview of Georgia’s Medicaid waivers, and will explore specifically the NOW/COMP waivers. You will learn about the eligibility requirements, how to apply, the services covered, and what happens once your child/young adult’s NOW/COMP waiver is funded. You will also be provided some tips and suggestions on how Parent to Parent of Georgia can help you navigate this process.
Join us as P2P discusses effective communication skills to develop a partnership with your child's IEP/IFSP team. Get tips for preparing for school meetings and how to be an effective member of the team. This training should be attended by families with a rising kindergartener or anyone new to the IEP meeting process.