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DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
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UID:10001124-1655991000-1655994600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Peer Support Conversation for Anyone working with Parent Peer Supporters
DESCRIPTION:This conversation is for anyone working with parents providing peer support to other parents in any system\, such as Children’s Services Directors\, MAP Team Coordinators\, Care Coordinators and Center Directors. We will share an overview of Families as Allies’ parent peer support training curriculum and ongoing support and training. We want to hear your feedback on how we’re doing from your perspective and how we can be most supportive to you. We will also discuss issues in parent peer support\, including how to pay for it\, what should be included in job descriptions and how to address questions that may arise. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-peer-support-conversation-for-anyone-working-with-parent-peer-supporters-4/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220707T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220707T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20211213T174226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T190203Z
UID:10001031-1657195200-1657195200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-11/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T093000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20220228T142358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T140002Z
UID:10001369-1657272600-1657272600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council \nThe Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council (MSICC) is an advisory council appointed by the Governor to advise and assist the Mississippi State Department of Health in implementing the requirements of Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Part C covers children from birth through age two. \nThe MSICC advises and assists the MSDH First Steps Early Intervention Program. Families and professionals are encouraged to attend. Public comments may be shared during each meeting.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-state-interagency-coordinating-council-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20220509T164739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T164739Z
UID:10001399-1657713600-1657713600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-18/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220714T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20220225T182825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T172439Z
UID:10001362-1657792800-1657792800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities \nMSCDD is a federally mandated body of advocates appointed by the Governor to promote a better quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities\, their families\, and their communities. Improvement in quality of life is accomplished through initiatives that promote advocacy\, capacity building\, and systems change. The current 25-member Council includes people with disabilities\, parents\, family member advocates\, and required governmental representatives from public and private organizations. Membership reflects the diversity of the state. \n\n\nMSCDD is funded by the U.S. Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The Mississippi Department of Mental Health serves as the Designated State Agency for administrative and fiscal support. \n\nThe MSCDD office is located on the 5th floor of the Robert E. Lee Building at 239 North Lamar Street in Jackson. Staff: Executive Director – Charles Hughes\, Jr.\, Program Coordinator – Christy Ashley\, Administrative Assistant – Comma McDuffey. Website – https://www.mscdd.org/
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-council-on-developmental-disabilities-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20211213T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T183358Z
UID:10001039-1658404800-1658404800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-12/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20220622T205039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T210128Z
UID:10001423-1660060800-1660066200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Developmental Disabilities Network Community Listening Forums
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Developmental Disabilities Network is hitting the road and wants to meet with you! DRMS\, along with our partners at Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities and Institute for Disability Studies\, will be hosting community forums in the Jackson\, Gulf Coast\, and Southaven areas in August. \nMark your calendars! Not in the area or can’t make it? We’ll have an online opportunity for you to provide input available next month. \nFind out more.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/DisRightsMS/photos/a.282792985090431/5274311209271892/?type=3
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-developmental-disabilities-network-community-listening-forums/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20220509T164913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T164913Z
UID:10001400-1660132800-1660132800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-19/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20220225T142204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T211416Z
UID:10001359-1660212000-1660219200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Joint Planning Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Department of Mental Health\nJoint Mental Health and Substance Use Planning Council \nMeeting Location:\nMississippi State Hospital\nBuilding 71\n3550 MS-468\nPearl\, MS 39208 \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/joint-planning-council-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20220622T205523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T205523Z
UID:10001424-1660665600-1660671000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Developmental Disabilities Network Community Listening Forums
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Developmental Disabilities Network is hitting the road and wants to meet with you! DRMS\, along with our partners at Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities and Institute for Disability Studies\, will be hosting community forums in the Jackson\, Gulf Coast\, and Southaven areas in August. \nMark your calendars! Not in the area or can’t make it? We’ll have an online opportunity for you to provide input available next month. \nFind out more.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/DisRightsMS/photos/a.282792985090431/5274311209271892/?type=3
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-developmental-disabilities-network-community-listening-forums-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T090000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165620
CREATED:20220609T172548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T171923Z
UID:10001128-1660813200-1660813200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health\n\n\nBoard Committee meetings will be held prior to the Board meeting. The full Board will begin at 9 a.m. \nClick here for notice information:\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/de06a2fe-aaa4-4af6-8641-444897be4d76 \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-in person\nDepartment of Mental Health\n239 N. Lamar Street 1101 Robert E. Lee Building\nJackson\, MS. 39201 \nContact Information\nGrenaye Sullivan 601-359-6260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov \n\nTeleconference line available to DMH board members only. \n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-10/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20211213T165644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T183853Z
UID:10001316-1660824000-1660824000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-9/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220812T225849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T225849Z
UID:10001435-1660914000-1660914000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Division of Medicaid - Medical Care Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Division of Medicaid \nThe Medical Care Advisory Committee is mandated in federal law to advise the Division of Medicaid. By law\, the committee must include Board-certified physicians and other representatives of the health professions who are familiar with the medical needs of low-income population groups; members of consumers’ groups\, including Medicaid beneficiaries and consumer organizations\, and the director of the public welfare department or the public health department. The committee will meet August 19\, 2022 – 1:00 PM at the Woolfolk Building – Conference Room 145 501 North West Street\, Jackson\, MS 39201. \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-division-of-medicaid-medical-care-advisory-committee-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220228T145811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T145811Z
UID:10001372-1660914000-1660914000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Early Hearing Detection & Intervention Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Committee \nThe Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Advisory Committee (EHDI-AC)\, established by state statute (MS Code 41-90-7)\, is an advisory committee appointed by the State Health Officer to advise and assist the Mississippi State Department of Health and the Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council for Early Intervention on the identification of infants and toddlers with hearing impairments and linking them with early intervention services.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-hearing-detection-intervention-advisory-committee-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220622T205854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T205854Z
UID:10001425-1661443200-1661448600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Developmental Disabilities Network Community Listening Forums
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Developmental Disabilities Network is hitting the road and wants to meet with you! DRMS\, along with our partners at Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities and Institute for Disability Studies\, will be hosting community forums in the Jackson\, Gulf Coast\, and Southaven areas in August. \nMark your calendars! Not in the area or can’t make it? We’ll have an online opportunity for you to provide input available next month. \nFind out more.\nhttps://www.facebook.com/DisRightsMS/photos/a.282792985090431/5274311209271892/?type=3
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-developmental-disabilities-network-community-listening-forums-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20211213T175244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T185041Z
UID:10001035-1662033600-1662033600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-13/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220509T165246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T165246Z
UID:10001401-1663156800-1663156800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-20/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20211213T170938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T183717Z
UID:10001317-1663243200-1663243200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-10/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220427T204820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T204919Z
UID:10001394-1663322400-1663322400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:BIDD Advisory Council
DESCRIPTION:Bureau of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities \nThe Department of Mental Health and the Bureau of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (BIDD) Advisory Council\, comprised of service providers and advocacy organizations\, are launching an awareness campaign in recognition of March as Intellectual and Developmental Disability Awareness Month. The campaign\, titled “Celebrating Mississippians with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities\,” is the first of its kind for Mississippi\, and highlights the connection between people with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their communities. \nNotice details:\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/f0e671df-fd64-4772-a82f-4423f2cd6fca \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/bidd-advisory-council-2/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220927T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220225T190602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T195438Z
UID:10001367-1664272800-1664272800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee \nThe Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee (MAAC) was created by House Bill 11252 (2011 Regular Session) as the Legislature recognized an urgent need for strategies on how to best identify\, treat\, educate\, accommodate and employ people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and assist their families. The MAAC’s mission is “to study\, make recommendations and develop a strategic plan on how best to educate and train students with ASD to maximize their potential productivity within the workforce … and to develop an annual plan” outlining these strategies. The MAAC is tasked with writing a report to the legislature outlining any roadblocks to creating meaningful progress in the areas of mental health\, education\, medical and employment for people with ASD and their families. \nMeeting Location:\nDepartment of Mental Health 239 N. Lamar Street\nJackson MS 39201 \nMap this! \nContact Information:\nDeborah Etzold\n601-359-5777\ndeborah.etzold@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-autism-advisory-committee-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220913T155425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T155425Z
UID:10001448-1664460000-1664463600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Peer Support Conversation for Anyone working with Parent Peer Supporters
DESCRIPTION:This conversation is for anyone working with parents providing peer support to other parents in any system\, such as Children’s Services Directors\, MAP Team Coordinators\, Care Coordinators and Center Directors. We will share an overview of Families as Allies’ parent peer support training curriculum and ongoing support and training. We want to hear your feedback on how we’re doing from your perspective and how we can be most supportive to you. We will also discuss issues in parent peer support\, including how to pay for it\, what should be included in job descriptions and how to address questions that may arise. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/conversation-for-anyone-working-with-parent-peer-supporters-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20211213T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T204848Z
UID:10001033-1665057600-1665057600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-12/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220509T165424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T165424Z
UID:10001402-1665576000-1665576000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-21/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220225T183150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T122742Z
UID:10001363-1665655200-1665655200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities \nMSCDD is a federally mandated body of advocates appointed by the Governor to promote a better quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities\, their families\, and their communities. Improvement in quality of life is accomplished through initiatives that promote advocacy\, capacity building\, and systems change. The current 25-member Council includes people with disabilities\, parents\, family member advocates\, and required governmental representatives from public and private organizations. Membership reflects the diversity of the state. \n\n\nMSCDD is funded by the U.S. Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The Mississippi Department of Mental Health serves as the Designated State Agency for administrative and fiscal support. \n\nThe MSCDD office is located on the 5th floor of the Robert E. Lee Building at 239 North Lamar Street in Jackson. Staff: Executive Director – Charles Hughes\, Jr.\, Program Coordinator – Christy Ashley\, Administrative Assistant – Comma McDuffey. Website – https://www.mscdd.org/
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-council-on-developmental-disabilities-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220228T142701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T122916Z
UID:10001370-1665738000-1665763200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council \nThe Mississippi State Interagency Coordinating Council (MSICC) is an advisory council appointed by the Governor to advise and assist the Mississippi State Department of Health in implementing the requirements of Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Part C covers children birth through age two. \nThe MSICC advises and assists the MSDH First Steps Early Intervention Program. Families and professionals are encouraged to attend. Public comments may be shared during each meeting. \nIn Person:\nTwo Mississippi Museums\nBrunini Conference Room\n222 North Street #1206\nJackson\, MS 39201 \nPlease use link below to access the zoom:\nOnline: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/522213847\nDial: 301-715-8592\, 312-626-6799\, or 346-248-7799\nMeeting ID: 522 213 847 \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-state-interagency-coordinating-council-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T090000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220609T182700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T163907Z
UID:10001130-1666256400-1666256400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health\n\n\nBoard Committee meetings will be held prior to the Board meeting. The full Board will begin at 9 a.m. \nClick here for notice information:\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/7d84118e-93de-4aed-97ab-5e79e11f5aa7 \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-in person\nEllisville State School 1101 Hwy 11 South\nEllisville\, MS. 39437 \nContact Information\nGrenaye Sullivan 601-359-6260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-14/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220909T175138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T185146Z
UID:10001158-1666267200-1666267200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual: Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nDoes your school ever call and ask you to come pick up your child who has an IEP because your child is upset? \nHas the school told you to take your child for an evaluation and not bring them back to school until you get an evaluation? \nDo you ever wonder if your child needs an IEP? Does your child have an IEP and you wonder whether or not it is working? \nIf you said yes to any of these questions\, or you have other questions about things going on in your child’s school\, then come join us. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-13/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220907T205310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T185912Z
UID:10001441-1667476800-1667476800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nDoes your school ever call and ask you to come pick up your child who has an IEP because your child is upset? \nHas the school told you to take your child for an evaluation and not bring them back to school until you get an evaluation? \nDo you ever wonder if your child needs an IEP? Does your child have an IEP and you wonder whether or not it is working? \nIf you said yes to any of these questions\, or you have other questions about things going on in your child’s school\, then come join us. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-14/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220509T165548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T165548Z
UID:10001403-1667995200-1667995200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-22/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T165621
CREATED:20220225T142537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T221143Z
UID:10001360-1668074400-1668081600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Joint Mental Health and Substance Use Planning Council
DESCRIPTION:Department of Mental Health\nJoint Mental Health and Substance Use Planning Council\n \nFederal law specifies the duties of the Joint Mental Health Planning Councils. \n>Duties include: \n\nTo review the Mental Health Block Grant Plan and to make recommendations;\nTo serve as an advocate for adults with serious mental illness\, children with a serious emotional disturbance\, and other individuals with mental illnesses; and\nTo monitor\, review\, and evaluate\, not less than once each year\, the allocation and adequacy of mental health services within the State.\n\nMeeting Location:\nMississippi State Hospital\, Building 56\n3550 MS-468\,\nPearl\, MS. 39208 \n  \nThis meeting will be in person/virtual. Click the link below to join virtually.\nhttps://app.goto.com/meeting/928165021?sessionTrackingId=clsJoin-ca6b249f-720f-403e-8370-2e10fc7db1ea \nClick the link below for more information.\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/15fafe62-ff07-403b-9cbb-8a81fd5935be \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/joint-planning-council-meeting-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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