The COVID-19 pandemic has led to economic hardship and housing instability for millions of Americans. With eviction moratoria expected to expire at the end of 2020, individuals and families are at risk of losing their housing. Join SAMHSA’s new Homeless and Housing Resource Center to explore strategies for eviction prevention and housing retention. Participants will […]
Presented by: Brittany Herrington, PhD, Early Learning and SCD Specialist, REACH MS During this month’s meeting, we will discuss multiple types of communication methods including devices for purchase and “low tech” options. Information on how to understand your child’s communication will also be provided. There will be opportunities for questions and discussion. Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6718997221038519567
Join us via Zoom for our monthly Coaching and Support session for parents who are supporting other parents in any system.
Family-driven practice is a term frequently used in children's mental health. It is a core value of a responsive system of care for children. It is also mandated in state law and a requirement in many federal grants. But what is it? This webinar explains what family-driven practice looks like in practice and how it […]
This group will focus on opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making groups, provide coaching guidance for those who are already serving on groups or about to serve on groups, and will be a place where graduates can discuss common concerns, problems and successes that will help them be more effective parent/caregiver leaders. […]
SSI for children can provide critical support to families who are experiencing or at-risk of homelessness. Establishing a child’s eligibility for SSI benefits requires engagement with various child-serving systems such as education, behavioral health, child welfare, and juvenile justice. Building relationships with these systems and engaging the entire family in the process is critical to […]
It can be confusing to know what to do if it seems like a child has a disability that affects their learning and they are not currently receiving special education services. This session goes over what public schools are obligated to do if they become aware of children in this situation and how families can […]
Join us via Zoom for our monthly Coaching and Support session for parents who are supporting other parents in any system.
Request, Referral and Consent: What do these three words mean to parents? Do you know how to request evaluations, make a referral or what you must give written consent for before evaluations or services can begin? Join us and learn what you need to know and how to use the information as you advocate for […]
From Reach MS: During this month’s meeting, we will extend our discussion from last month. We will focus on how to break down everyday tasks to determine what steps your child is able to independently complete. Then, we will brainstorm what supports might be needed as we think about scaffolding for higher levels of self-care […]