Events in December 2020

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November 30, 2020
December 1, 2020(1 event)

Extended School Year Services (ESY)

Extended School Year Services (ESY)


December 1, 2020

Extended School Year Services (ESY) – Did you know that data collected during the holidays often determine if your child will qualify for ESY Services?  This training provides an overview of the ESY process for children with disabilities including how children qualify and why in many circumstances the school uses the holiday breaks in determining if a child will qualify for ESY.

Co-Sponsor: FHF NOLA

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 2, 2020(1 event)

Louisiana Rehabilitation Services for Individuals with Disabilities

Louisiana Rehabilitation Services for Individuals with Disabilities


December 2, 2020

Louisiana Rehabilitation Services for Individuals with Disabilities - Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) aim to assist people with disabilities to obtain and maintain employment. This session will give an overview of who can benefit from LRS, types of services, how to apply, and what to expect.

Guest Presenter : Christine Vo, MHS, LPC, District Supervisor LWC/OWD/LRS-New Orleans

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 3, 2020(2 events)

Parents Rights in Special Education

Parents Rights in Special Education


December 3, 2020

Parents Rights in Special Education - Whether you’re new to special education or have been involved for a while, this workshop is for you. This presentation provides families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities as parents of children with special needs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Parents begin to identify dreams and goals for their children, understand laws and learn advocacy strategies that will help them help their children reach those goals.

Co-Sponsor: FHF of Greater Baton Rouge

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Introduction to Special Education

Introduction to Special Education


December 3, 2020

Introduction to Special Education – Do you suspect your child could benefit from special education and related services? or, Is your child newly evaluated? If so, this training is perfect for you. This intro to special education will give you a strong foundation to build future knowledge. You will learn the very basics through the philosophy of special education, the laws, evaluation process, and ultimately an IEP.

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

Click on the link below to register. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 4, 2020
December 5, 2020(1 event)

The IEP Team: Who is a Member?

The IEP Team: Who is a Member?


December 5, 2020

The IEP Team – Who is a Member? - To create an effective IEP, parents, teachers, other school staff—and often the child—must come together at a meeting to look closely at the child’s unique needs.  This presentation will provide information on the members of the IEP team and the regulations on who must be invited to attend and participate in the development of the IEP.

Co-Sponsor: Bayou Land FHF

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 6, 2020
December 7, 2020(1 event)

Special Education FAQ 1.0

Special Education FAQ 1.0


December 7, 2020

Special Education FAQ 1.0 - Join us during this training as we cover some of the most commonly asked questions by parents about the Identification, Referral and Evaluation Process of special education.  As part of our FAQ series, we also offer Special Education FAQ 2.0 that covers the IEP process and Special Education FAQ 3.0 that covers the transition process.

Co-Sponsor: Northshore FHF

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 8, 2020(1 event)

Options for Employment for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

Options for Employment for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities


December 8, 2020

Options for Employment for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities  - Although there are myriad employment and career pathways available for individuals with developmental disabilities many stakeholders and families are unaware of what services and supports these models provide and how to access.  This webinar will focus on the available career and employment pathways and provide information about the sponsoring agencies and the level and type of support and training available.  Participants will learn how to select a particular model to adequately support the individual and how to access those services and supports with each agency.

Guest Presenter: Sue Killam, M.Ed., CESP, CWIC - Director, Transition, Employment & Careers, LSU Health - Human Development Center

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 9, 2020(2 events)

Related Services

Related Services


December 9, 2020

Related Services - Children with disabilities are entitled to special education and related services. The IEP must contain a statement of the special education, related services, and supplementary aids and services to be provided to the child. Participants will learn several critical elements used to determine what related services a student needs.

Co-Sponsor: FHF Northeast La. 

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Related Services

Advocacy 101

Advocacy 101


December 9, 2020

Advocacy 101 – As parents or advocates for individuals with disabilities, knowing how to advocate effectively is critical.  Advocacy is defined as taking action in support or opposition to a cause or issue.  Advocacy can be done through education, outreach, and grassroots organizing.  This training will provide you the basics on how to become an effective advocate.

Co-Sponsor: FHF Acadiana

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Advocacy 101

December 10, 2020
December 11, 2020
December 12, 2020
December 13, 2020
December 14, 2020(2 events)

CANCELLED/Getting and Keeping Your First Job

CANCELLED/Getting and Keeping Your First Job


December 14, 2020

THIS WEBINAR HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Getting and Keeping Your First Job – Getting and then keeping a job for someone with a disability can be tough.  This training will go over why work is important, challenges for youth, the labor market, disability disclosure, accommodations and more.

Co-Sponsor: FHF at the Crossroads of La.

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, Transition Professionals, Adult Service Providers, Youth with Disabilities and Adults with Disabilities

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

How to Introduce Your Child to New Providers

How to Introduce Your Child to New Providers


December 14, 2020

How to Introduce Your Child to New Providers – Parents rave about our in-house publications All About Me and My Portfolio and the usefulness in introducing their children to a variety of new service providers such as teachers, DSP’s, Therapists and more.   Join us for this webinar where we will provide you access to these publications, instructions on how to personalize them for your child, and things you need to think about including in your personalized publication.  If you do not have access to a printer, email us your publication, and we’ll be happy to print them out for you.

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 15, 2020(1 event)

Employment and SSI/SSDI Effects

Employment and SSI/SSDI Effects


December 15, 2020

Employment and SSI/SSDI Effects - Special rules make it possible for people with disabilities receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to work and still receive monthly payments and Medicare or Medicaid. Social Security calls these rules "work incentives."  This webinar will focus on the impact of wages of SSI and SSDI payments as well as Medicaid and Medicare health benefits.  The sessions will also provide detailed information about:
SSDI & SSI Work Incentives including: Impairment Related Work ExpensesUnsuccessful Work AttemptsExpedited Reinstatement (EXR)Trial Work PeriodExtended Period of EligibilityContinuation of Medicare coverageBlind Work ExpensesEarned Income ExclusionStudent Earned Income ExclusionPlan to Achieving Self-SupportSpecial Benefits Under Section 1619 (a) or (b) and Reinstating Eligibility Without a New Application.

Guest Presenter: Sue Killam, M.Ed., CESP, CWIC - Director, Transition, Employment & Careers, LSU Health - Human Development Center

Audience:  Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 16, 2020(1 event)

IEP Tips and Pointers

IEP Tips and Pointers


December 16, 2020

IEP Tips and Pointers - This webinar features tried and true tips on how to positively advocate for your children, strengthen the relationships between parents and service agencies and help create the appropriate IEP program.
This webinar is perfect for families looking for ways to make the IEP meeting a more positive experience for everyone involved.

Presenter: Jessica Rodrigue, FHF of GNO
Audience: Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

To register, click on the link below. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

December 17, 2020
December 18, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 19, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 20, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 21, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 22, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 23, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 24, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 25, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 26, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 27, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 28, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 29, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 30, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

December 31, 2020(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

January 1, 2021(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

January 2, 2021(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

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December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

January 3, 2021(1 event)

Holidays - Office Closed

Holidays - Office Closed

N/A
December 18, 2020 January 4, 2021

Office closed

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