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SUMMARY:Kin-Specific Foster Home Licensure: Overview of New Federal Rule & Release of Recommended Standards
DESCRIPTION:Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network  \n  U.S. Administration for Children and Families (ACF) issued a final rule that explicitly gives all Title IV-E child welfare agencies the option to use kin-specific foster care licensing standards and encourages them to limit those standards to federal safety requirements. The rule change will allow more children to be cared for by those they know and love and be financially supported\, like children with non-kin foster parents. \nJoin us as we unveil the first draft of these new model standards! \n\nLearn what the new kin-specific approval standards include and how they were developed.\nHear from multiple leaders about the benefits they expect to see from Title IV-E agencies adopting these new standards.\nLearn where to start developing a kin-specific licensing process in your agency.\nBring your questions for a live Q&A session.\n\nEveryone who registers will receive a link to the recording after the event.\n  \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/kin-specific-foster-home-licensure-overview-of-new-federal-rule-release-of-recommended-standards/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Council on Developmental Disabilities Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities \nSCDD 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. \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\nClick here for notice information. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-in person\nReservoir Pointe\n140 Madison Landing\nRidgeland\, MS. 39157 \nContact Information\nToya Bolden\n601-359-6238\ntoya.bolden@dmh.ms.gov \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/council-on-developmental-disabilities-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T100000
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SUMMARY:Put Faith in Your Health\, A Community Health & Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:King’s Daughters Medical Center\, MS Emergency Management Agency\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of MS\, American Lung Association \nSt. Paul M.B. Church (Silver Creek\, MS) will host a Community Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday\, October 14\, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \nFREE Services offered are: \n\nHealth screenings\, blood pressure checks\, free HIV testing\nVaccinations\nBlood drive\nFree manicures\nPhysical fitness info & demo\nMedicare/insurance assistance\nNutrition information/healthy snacks
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/put-faith-in-your-health-a-community-health-wellness-fair/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Health\, Wellness &  Job Fair!!!
DESCRIPTION:Peter’s Rock Family Worship Center\, COGIC \nPeter’s Rock Family Worship Center\, COGIC\, is inviting you to be a part of their Health\, Wellness\, and Job Fair on October 14\, 2023\, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. \nFor information about the event or to be a vendor or provider\, please contact;\nJan Bryan\, Magnolia Health 601-760-1716 or Jannett.j.bryan@centene.com\nCheryl Young\, Health Fair Committee\, 662-554-5757\nPeter’s Rock Family Worship Center\, 662-323-5119 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/health-wellness-job-fair/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T120000
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SUMMARY:Transition Exit Summary of Performance: What is It?
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nIDEA 2004 mandates that students with an IEP complete an exit Summary of Performance (SOP) at the end of high school. Join us and learn what it is and how it’s used. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/transition-exit-summary-of-performance-what-is-it/
CATEGORIES:Event
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CREATED:20231012T000037Z
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SUMMARY:UNITY DAY
DESCRIPTION:National Bullying Prevention Center  \nWEAR AND SHARE ORANGE to unite for kindness\, acceptance\, and inclusion to send a visible message that no child should ever experience bullying. \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/unity-day/
CATEGORIES:Day of Recognition
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SUMMARY:Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services \nThe Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023\, at 10:00 a.m.\, at the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) in the West Building’s Conference Room on the 2nd floor and via Zoom. You may access the meeting in person\, online\, or by phone. \nIn-Person Meeting Location and Address:\nMississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS)\nWest Building-Large Conference Room: 2nd floor\n1281 Hwy 51 North\nMadison\, MS 39110 \nJoin Zoom Meeting Online:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83452343575?pwd=bURwRjRpbVA1dCt1dlg5cmRSeWwwZz09\nMeeting ID: 834 5234 3575\nPasscode: SEAP \nJoin Zoom Meeting by Phone:\nDial by your location\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nOne tap Mobile\n+13092053325\,\,83452343575#\,\,\,\,*184280#\nMeeting ID: 834 5234 3575\nPasscode: 184280 \nThe Panel will hear public comments at 10:15 a.m. \nWritten comments may be submitted to Sharon Strong Coon\, Mississippi Department of Education\, P.O. Box 771\, Jackson\, Mississippi 39205-0771; email: scoon@mdek12.org; or call the Parent Hotline Number: 1-877-544-0408. \nFor more information\, or if you need accommodations due to a disability\, contact Sharon Strong Coon or Mona Spells Adou at 601-359-3498.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-advisory-panel-meeting/
LOCATION:Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services\, 1281 Hwy 51 North\, Madison\, Mississippi\, 39110
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T130000
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SUMMARY:Hill Day at Home 2023
DESCRIPTION:National Council for Mental Wellbeing \nThis fall is shaping up to be one of the most consequential federal legislative periods in recent years. \nLawmakers are treating the time between September and December as one of their last and best chances to pass meaningful\, bipartisan legislation and secure funding for key behavioral health programs and services before the 2024 election cycle dominates the conversation. \nSo\, it’s the perfect time for us to come together and demand our elected officials prioritize solutions to address the nation’s ongoing mental health and substance use crises. \nWhile great progress has been made in the past few years by Congress and the Biden-Harris administration\, more must be done to ensure everyone everywhere has access to comprehensive\, high-quality mental health and substance use care. \nThis is your time to make a difference. With your help\, our unified voice will cut through the noise and ensure mental health and substance use programs are front and center during a busy legislative fall. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/hill-day-at-home-2023/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T090000
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SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health \n\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/991db1c4-6b2f-4279-be01-e239b53d8c90 \n\nMeeting Location\n\nSpecialized Treatment Facility\n14426 James Bond Road\nGulfport MS 39503 \nContact Information\nGrenaye Sullivan 601-359-6260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-24/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T090000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004252
CREATED:20240627T161635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T162753Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Department of Mental Health\n\n\nThe Department of Mental Health Regular  Board meeting will be held on October 17\, 2024\, at 9:00 am. \nClick here for notice information:\nhttps://www.ms.gov/dfa/pmn/Home/NoticeDetails/991db1c4-6b2f-4279-be01-e239b53d8c90 \n\nMeeting Location\n\n1818 College Drive\nMeridian MS 39307 \nContact Information\nSuzanne Marler\n(601)359-6260\nSuzanne.marler@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004252
CREATED:20230823T215711Z
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UID:10001614-1697706000-1697720400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:COJ 2023 Senior Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:City of Jackson  \nDepartment of Human & Cultural Services\nSenior Services Division\nSenior Health Fair \n\nJackson Convention Center\nThursday\, October 19\, 2023\n9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/coj-2023-senior-health-fair/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004252
CREATED:20231003T012259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T185055Z
UID:10001657-1697709600-1697814000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Educate\, Liberate\, Elevate! National Day of Action
DESCRIPTION:Nollie Jenkins Family Center & Activists with a Purpose \nEach October\, members of the Dignity in Schools Campaign\, a coalition of over 100 organizations\, host events\, teach-ins\, rallies\, protests\, and workshops nationwide designed to bring attention to the ongoing and devastating impacts of school policing and harsh discipline policies! \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/educate-liberate-elevate-national-day-of-action/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004252
CREATED:20231012T184154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T182847Z
UID:10001665-1697713200-1697715000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Early Intervention: Written State Complaints
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training Aad Information Center \nParents of children receiving services from First Steps Early Intervention have important rights. There’s a formal process to follow if they disagree about whether the requirements of Part C of the IDEA are being followed. Under Part C of the IDEA\, you have the right to file a written state complaint (state complaint) when you want the state lead agency to investigate if the IDEA has been followed. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-intervention-written-state-complaints/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20230109T170328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T182440Z
UID:10001489-1697716800-1697716800@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. \n\nDoes your school ever call and ask you to come pick up your child who has an IEP because your child is upset? \n\n\nHas the school told you to take your child for an evaluation and not bring them back to school until you get an evaluation? \n\n\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? \n\n\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. \n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-25/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231012T013335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T233517Z
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SUMMARY:A Family-Centered Approach to Implementing Plans of Safe Care
DESCRIPTION:National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare  \nThe 2016 Amendments to the Child Abuse and Prevention Treatment Act (CAPTA) clarified that for infants affected by prenatal substance exposure\, a Plan of Safe Care is developed that addresses “the health and substance use disorder treatment needs of the infants and their affected family or caregiver.” A family-centered approach to plans of safe care assists states\, Tribes\, and communities in meeting the provisions of this legislation and the needs of families. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/a-family-centered-approach-to-implementing-plans-of-safe-care/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T213359Z
UID:10001618-1697900400-1697914800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Barnyard Dance
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nJoni and Friends invite you to their 16th annual Barnyard Dance on Saturday\, October 21st from 3:00-7:00 p.m. in Lena\, MS. \nThe Barnyard Dance is a time of fun and fellowship. There will be great food\, hayrides\, horses and dancing. All food is provided\, but if you would like to bring a dessert\, you may! \nFor more information\, click here!
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/barnyard-dance/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231017T232511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T233127Z
UID:10001668-1698134400-1698166800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Breast Cancer Awareness Walk and Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Health \nJoin MSDH and the Museum of Natural Science for this family-friendly event on October 21. Offering free health screenings\, food trucks\, and family activities along with a 5K walk/run to support Breast Cancer prevention. \nDate: Saturday\, October 21st\nTime: 9:00–1:00 (Registration at 8:00 a.m.)\nLocation: LeFleur’s Bluff Playground in Jackson MS \nFree 5K Walk/Run Registration. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/breast-cancer-awareness-walk-and-wellness-fair/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231017T231842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T231842Z
UID:10001667-1698141600-1698143400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Lead Poisoning: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nPlease join the MSPTI to learn about lead poisoning and how to prevent your children from being exposed. This session will cover what is lead poisoning\, sources of lead\, signs/symptoms of lead\, and prevention strategies. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/lead-poisoning-what-you-need-to-know-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20230124T204855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T225708Z
UID:10001506-1698235200-1698238800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This group focuses on understanding current policy issues and also opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making committees. Leadership training graduates are strongly encouraged to attend\, but the meetings are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about policy. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-coaching-and-policy-discussion-10/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20230118T204724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T014227Z
UID:10001496-1698258600-1698262200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Families as Allies Board Quarterly Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly board meeting of the board of Families as Allies. All meetings are open to the public and include time for public comments. Public comments can also be emailed to info@faams.org or faxed to 601-355-0919. \n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/families-as-allies-board-quarterly-board-meeting-9/
CATEGORIES:Families as Allies meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231019T171735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T171735Z
UID:10001671-1698318000-1698321600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Independent Living: Here We Come!
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nPreparing for independent living is an exciting time in any youth’s journey towards adulthood. For youth with disabilities and their families\, this is a time filled with questions and challenges. Join us as we explore a skills checklist to help parents and youth know where they are and what they need to work on in their journey to independent living. We will talk about the importance of self-advocacy and what families/parents can do to help youth and young adults with planning for the future. \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/independent-living-here-we-come-4/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231029
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231017T234011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T234104Z
UID:10001669-1698451200-1698537599@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Making Strides of Central Mississippi
DESCRIPTION:Making Strides of Central Mississippi \nMaking Strides has always been more than just a walk; it’s a movement. We are making it easier for anyone\, anywhere\, to make an impact. We know the future can be free from breast cancer. We’re asking you to join the movement and sign up to save lives. \nTo learn more about the Making Strides of Central Mississippi or for other information\, call us toll free at 1-800-227-2345. We’re available 24 hours a day\, 7 days a week. You can also contact your local American Cancer Society representative using the contact information provided below Monday through Friday during standard business hours. \nContact for more information:\nMONTY PERMENTER\nmonty.permenter@cancer.org\n601.594.7776 \nLearn more >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/making-strides-of-central-mississippi/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231003T010710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T010710Z
UID:10001656-1698481800-1698496200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Merchandise ‘n’ Mingle
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Families for Kids \nShop\, connect\, and trick or treat at Merchandise ‘N’ Mingle. \nJoin Mississippi Families and Kids at New Jerusalem Church (North) on October 28th from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm\, and enjoy Food Trucks\, Games\, Music\, and Local Vendors. \nThe proceeds will benefit relatives raising others’ children. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/merchandise-n-mingle/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231030T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231030T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231019T170837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T172000Z
UID:10001670-1698683400-1698690600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Fun Day Trunk-or-Treat
DESCRIPTION:Hinds Behavioral Health Services  \nFree event\, open to the public. \nFood & Music\, Candy & Games\, Health/Prevention Resources \nMonday\, October 30\, 2023\n4:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n3450 Hwy 80 W\nJackson\, MS 39209 \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/fun-day-trunk-or-treat/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231025T212554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T135733Z
UID:10001676-1698831000-1698836400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:First Annual Project H.O.P.E. Community Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Project H.O.P.E. \nCome and join our community conversation on how we can best work together to ensure that all children in our country have the best possible start in life. \nFor additional information or to register by phone\, 901.568.5608\, or email ourhopeforthefuturems@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/first-annual-project-h-o-p-e-community-breakfast/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20230206T214951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T151657Z
UID:10001214-1698919200-1698926400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Planning and Advisory Council
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health \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\nClick here for notice information. \n\n\nMeeting Location-in person\nHudspeth Regional Center in the Chastain Auditorium\n10am-12pm on November 2\, 2023 \nJoin Virtually \nContact Information\nAugust Irving\n601-359-6204\naugust.irving@dmh.ms.gov \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-planning-and-advisory-council-4/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231030T201117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T214552Z
UID:10001684-1698926400-1698930000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:Does 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. \nThis 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-31/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231030T195548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T135845Z
UID:10001682-1699012800-1699012800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Enhancing and Empowering: Conversations for Positive Change
DESCRIPTION:Be Strong Families  \nThey’re not perfect\, but we love them anyway. Parenting a teenager or young adult can sometimes feel like a constant battle. As a parent\, it can be frustrating. It’s important to remember that your teen is becoming independent while experiencing warp-speed changes\, social angst\, and a million emotions all at once. Join our conversation about the ups and downs of parenting a teen. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/enhancing-and-empowering-conversations-for-positive-change/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231030T215747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T003446Z
UID:10001685-1699354800-1699358400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:6 Core Principles of IDEA
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nThis presentation will cover the six foundational principles of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, a federal law that gives eligible children with disabilities rights to the specially designed instruction and individualized services and supports they need to benefit from public education. Participants will learn about evaluation\, FAPE\, IEP\, LRE\, parent and student participation\, and procedural safeguards. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/6-core-principles-of-idea/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T004253
CREATED:20231031T143121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T143641Z
UID:10001686-1699437600-1699441200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Leveraging Medicaid to Support Children and Youth Living with Complex Behavioral Needs
DESCRIPTION:Manatt Health \nThe COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated the serious and growing mental health and substance use disorder crisis gripping children and youth in the United States. The situation is particularly serious for young people who are stuck “boarding” in emergency departments for days or weeks\, cycling in and out of psychiatric hospitals\, contemplating and sometimes attempting or completing suicide\, and struggling to remain in school or to find and keep a job. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leveraging-medicaid-to-support-children-and-youth-living-with-complex-behavioral-needs/
CATEGORIES:Event
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