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Peace, Love, Harmony…and the IFSP/IEP?

Learn how to use 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.

Free

Transitioning to Adulthood: The Checklist

Empower College and Career Center 1660 Winder Hwy, Jefferson, GA

In this presentation, we will discuss an overview of the components involved in the transition to adulthood, what to focus on based on the age of your child and how to develop an Action Plan for your child’s transition to adulthood.

Telic Empowerment Virtual Parent Group Meeting (Virtual)

Self care is a vital component of parenting that is often neglected. During this month's PEG, representatives from NCH PAD Emily Hornsby and Jamie Krasingor will be sharing about the services that NCHPAD has to offer families with youth and young adults with disabilities. They will also be teaching us about mindfulness and the importance and self care. Emily will be leading us in a mindfulness exercise!

As always attendees will receive an opportunity to win a prize! We look forward to seeing you there!

High-Five Society Invites you to Gobble ’til you Wobble

144 Essex Street 144 Essex Street, Cedartown, GA

Location:144 Essex Street, Cedartown, GA 30125

Join us for an afternoon filled with delicious food, fun, and the chance to connect with a community that cares. We’ll be discussing Community Supports—how we can lean on one another and find the resources we need to thrive together. Bring your family and your child’s favorite dish to share, and get ready for an unforgettable day of friendship, fun, and togetherness! We’ll have games, arts & crafts, fun in the ball pit and gym, and meaningful conversations about the importance of building a strong support network.
What to Expect:

A wide variety of foods kids will love
Engaging games and activities for all ages
Arts & crafts to spark creativity
Thoughtful discussions on Community Supports
A warm, welcoming space for connections and gratitude

This is more than a meal—it’s a time to come together and celebrate the power of community. Bring a friend, bring a dish, and bring your heart full of gratitude!
For more information or to RSVP please contact info@highfivesociety.org or 678-675-3303

Georgia Medicaid Basics and an Overview of Home and Community-Based Services

Learn about Medicaid programs and services, including how to qualify for Medicaid based on a child’s disability or chronic health condition (Katie Beckett Deeming Waiver). This course will include information on EPSDT, GAPP, SOURCE, and a brief overview of CCSP, ICWP and NOW/COMP waivers.

Transitioning to Adulthood: The Checklist

What You Need to Know Before Your Child Graduates High School:
In this presentation, we will discuss an overview of the components involved
in the transition to adulthood, what to focus on based on the age of your
child and how to develop an Action Plan for your child’s transition to
adulthood.
Contact: Amanda Brown
Email: amandab@p2pga.org
Phone: (678) 736-7314

More Info: https://tinyurl.com/2fc28x6a

Recurring

Bloom: Building Love On Opportunities & Mission

Once Upon a Playhouse 323 N Hamilton St., Dalton, GA, United States

Join BLOOM Mission, Inc. for their parent/caregiver support group
December meeting dates are: Monday, December 2nd, 9th, and 16th
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Once Upon a Playhouse, 323 N Hamilton St., Dalton, 30720
For more information or to RSVP please contact Rebekah Rogers at 706-280-4516 or BloomMissionInc@gmail.com

What a Great IDEA! A Brief Overview of Special Education for Parents and Families

Virtual

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.

Now/Comp Waiver(s): What you need to know!

The New Options Waiver (NOW) and Comprehensive Supports Waiver (COMP) provide community-based services to support Individual with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities seeking to thrive in their home and/or community. What do you need to know about applying, accessing and supporting families in need? Join us for a comprehensive step-by-step guide to navigating the maze from application to Planning List to waiver service entry.
Contact: Amanda Brown
Email: amandab@p2pga.org
Phone: (678) 736-7314

Now/Comp Waiver(s): What you need to know!

Virtual

The New Options Waiver (NOW) and Comprehensive Supports Waiver (COMP) provide community-based services to support Individual with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities seeking to thrive in their home and/or community. What do you need to know about applying, accessing and supporting families in need? Join us for a comprehensive step-by-step guide to navigating the maze from application to Planning List to waiver service entry.

Recurring

Bloom: Building Love On Opportunities & Mission

Once Upon a Playhouse 323 N Hamilton St., Dalton, GA, United States

Join BLOOM Mission, Inc. for their parent/caregiver support group
December meeting dates are: Monday, December 2nd, 9th, and 16th
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Once Upon a Playhouse, 323 N Hamilton St., Dalton, 30720
For more information or to RSVP please contact Rebekah Rogers at 706-280-4516 or BloomMissionInc@gmail.com

Sifting Through Your Parental Rights

Virtual

Join us as P2P provides basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality, notice, consent, surrogate parents, free and appropriate public education (FAPE), least restrictive environment (LRE), evaluations and dispute resolution methods such as mediation and due process.