2014 Overcoming Obstacles Conference

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When:
September 27, 2014 @ 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
2014-09-27T09:00:00-05:00
2014-09-27T15:30:00-05:00
Where:
Region 5 Education Service Center ~ In Edison Plaza
350 Pine Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
USA
Cost:
$25
Contact:
409-838-9012

Presented by The Arc of Greater Beaumont & Region 5 Education Service Center’s Special Education Department

9:00 am to 3:30 pm at Edison Plaza (350 Pine St. Beaumont, TX 77701)
DEADLINE EXTENDED- $25 before September 25th
$35 after September 19th

Registration includes lunch and CEU’s for educators, social workers, and LPC’s.

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Local organizations will be on hand to answer questions regarding services available to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Southeast Texas.[/toggle]

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“They do Grow Up! A family’s journey to build a good life for their son after graduation” & “Resource Overview for All Ages”
Rosemary Alexander PhD.
Texas Parent 2 Parent Transitions Specialist

 When your child is 3 or 6 or even 10, it’s hard to imagine that he or she will really grow and mature into an adult!   But the transition phase comes quickly and families must be ready for the days after their child graduates from public school.  This talk will present why planning is key by telling about our family’s efforts to create a good life for our son Will as an adult.  It will also include ideas, resources and tools for working on the future of your son or daughter.

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Biography Rosemary Alexander, PhD.- I  have worked with families of children with disabilities for nearly 30 years, most recently at Austin Independent School District, where I provided support and information to hundreds of families concerning special education issues, resources, and  transition to adulthood.  I retired from AISD in 2011 and now work for Texas Parent to Parent’s Pathways to Adulthood program.  Through this program I have traveled all across Texas giving workshops and presentations on transition, with a focus on helping families develop plans for their children after graduation.My experience with my 32-year old son, who has significant disabilities, has taught me about the gifts that people with disabilities have to offer and based on that experience,  I work for high quality of life for my son and other families’ sons and daughters after graduation.  I have an MA and PhD in English, acquired in my pre-disability life!

Evaluation from 2011 Conference Transition Institute facilitated by Rosemary Alexander: “The strongest feature of the Institute was Rosemary’s expertise & personal experience.  Also the parent presentations encouraged us.  Comprehensive overview such as this of all transition issues should be mandated for all parents and not optional for only those who choose to seek this out!   Lost opportunities cannot be recovered.”

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Boxed lunch from Two Magnolias is included in your registration cost.[/toggle]

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Arc of Texas Master Pooled Trust/ Understanding Guardianship & Less Restrictive Alternatives
Haley Greer, J.D.                                   Shilo Carter

Understanding Guardianship & Less Restrictive Alternatives – Legal alternatives to guardianship exist to assist people with disabilities in decision
making that are less restrictive & do not remove individual rights. A variety of Texas groups that represent people with disabilities, seniors and the legal community are collaborating to develop policy recommendations to improve the guardianship system & promote alternatives to guardianship.

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Arc of Texas Master Pooled Trust– The Master Pooled Trust is a unique special needs trust that can help you and your family by setting aside money for your loved one while still protecting their SSI and/or Medicaid. This presentation will address the value and benefits of the Master Pooled Trust or other special needs trusts both now and in the future. We will discuss how the Trust works, how to establish a Trust and how it can benefit you and your family

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To Infinity and Beyond: Social Emotional Skills for all Ages
Erica Duckworth M.Ed., L.P.C.

This session is designed to address the social needs of individuals at all age levels. Topics will include social boundaries including talk, touch and trust; and identification of strengths and passions to increase opportunities for success and socialization. Participants will also enjoy hands-on activities that are sure to encourage anyone to step out of their box for a little fun.

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