Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Steps for Success: Making IEP Meetings Work Parents often struggle with finding childcare if their child has a disability. This presentation will explain the law and help parents prepare for the process of finding appropriate childcare. Register here>>
The Medical Care Advisory Committee (MCAC) The Medical Care Advisory Committee (MCAC) is required by federal regulation to advise the Division of Medicaid about health and medical care services. Among others, the committee must include "Members of consumers' groups, including Medicaid beneficiaries, and consumer organizations" State Capitol Building Room 216
Call for an appointment to have your child's seat by a certified technician and to be fitted for a seat, if qualified. Masked required. 2415 8th Street at the corner of 7th Ave. Meridian, MS 39301 back parking lot For more information or to make an appointment contact 601-482-3171
Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center Parent Advocacy Academy (Part 2) Having a Child with a Disability can be challenging. Your child’s IEP and how to monitor it can be confusing. How to be the best advocate for your child, the importance of communication and how to resolve conflicts are important pieces of this puzzle. […]
Join Mississippi Public Broadcasting and some of the state’s top mental health leaders for a free virtual screening of the documentary Mysteries of Mental Illness at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 29. A live panel discussion reviewing conditions, treatments and more will follow. Online attendees can ask questions during the event. Registration is required at mpbonline.org […]
Every time there's a fifth Wednesday in a month (like this month!) we hit Facebook Live to give you a report on what Families as Allies has been doing and what we have planned for the next three months. Join us at noon on 6/30/21 on our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/faams.org/
The Education Trust Students must be safe and free from physical harm in schools. A supportive school environment is critical for effective teaching and learning. This is perhaps more important than ever as students return to classrooms after a period of remote learning due to COVID-19. The pandemic has upended the lives of many students […]
NTTAC Event: Building Bridges of Hope - Community of Practice Series Supporting children and youth with high emotional and behavioral needs is often lonely, overwhelming, complex and not well-understood. How as a caregiver do you navigate school services, child welfare, and other involved systems to get the support you need for your child? How as […]
The United States of America v. The State of Mississippi The hearing on Remedies in the United States of America v. The State of Mississippi will be held in courtroom 5B before District Judge Carlton W. Reeves. The Federal Courthouse is at 501 East Court Street, Suite 5.500 Jackson, MS 39201. Telephone: 601-608-4140. The hearing […]
Mississippi Families for Kids Youth The Mississippi Families for Kids Youth Leadership Camp is an annual week-long day camp that is held for middle and high school children in Jackson and surrounding areas. We bring together a selection of youth from traditional families, adopted families and foster care. The purpose of the camp is to […]