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February | February | February | 1 | 2 10:00 am-11:00 am 2023-03-02 Parent Rights in Special Education – Join us as we discuss the rights that parents have when it comes to their child’s special education and related services: - Parental participation;
- Access to education records;
- Informed consent;
- Prior written notice;
- Independent Education Evaluation;
- Your right to disagree with school
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Hosts: Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans and Families Helping Families at the Crossroads Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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5 | 6 12:00 pm-1:00 pm 2023-03-06 What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? This training session will delve into Louisiana’s Special Education dispute resolution options and what to do when you disagree with the school regarding your child’s special education services. We will discuss: - Frequently used acronyms;
- Different informal and formal dispute resolutions options offered by the Louisiana Department of Education; and
- How to request a dispute resolution option.
Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of Greater New Orleans Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. A Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans program
| 7 | 8 | 9 12:00 pm-1:00 pm 2023-03-09 IEPs & Behavior & Discipline – Oh My! – The title covers it all! In this training we will talk about the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, functional behavior assessments, and disciplinary issues in school. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Hosts: Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans and Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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12 | 13 9:00 am-11:00 am 2023-03-13 4747 W Napoleon Ave, Metairie, LA 70001, USA The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) for COVID-19 on January 31, 2020. Because of the ongoing PHE, in March 2020 the Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities (OCDD) requested and received certain program exceptions to help keep families and participants safe. These exceptions were scheduled to last until six months after the end of the PHE. The PHE is scheduled to end on May 11, 2023. OCDD is scheduling Roadshows to talk about the end of the PHE COVID-19 exceptions. The Roadshows will take place at the following locations (please note that all dates and times are subject to change, OCDD will notify you of any changes as soon as that information becomes available). The Jefferson Parish event is scheduled for Monday, March 13 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the Jefferson Parish Library – East Bank Regional Branch. For more information, see the memorandum imbedded below. 12:00 pm-1:00 pm 2023-03-13 What is CCAP and How do I Apply? – CCAP is Louisiana’s Child Care Assistance Program. Join us as we discuss CCAP and walk you through the process of applying for supports and services. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. A Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans program
| 14 6:00 pm-7:00 pm 2023-03-14 Caregiver Support Group (English)Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm and the 4th Tuesday of each month at 12:30pm Facilitator: Stacy Badon Host: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans Description: Caregivers of individuals with autism face many unique challenges. Life can seem very different and distant from the experiences of many other families. It can be possible to feel that there is no way that they can ask for or expect other people to understand their experiences. This support group is a place for caregivers to share experiences, get information and advice, make community connections, and research opportunities for services and provision for their children. The group is also a safe place for caregivers to have fun and talk about all of the ups and downs of parenting as well as the big and small issues. Sign up below. See all of ASGNO’s virtual programs by clicking here. Sign Up Now
| 15 | 16 1:00 pm-2:00 pm 2023-03-16 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. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Co-hosts: Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans and Autism Society of Greater New Orleans Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. 6:00 pm-7:00 pm 2023-03-16 Autistic Adults Support Group Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM, CST Facilitator: Emily Davis Host: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans Description: This group is aimed at providing Autistic Adults with a safe space for compassionate peer support about the more serious topics of life. Geared towards support discussions, this group aims to provide support for Autistic adults on work issues, interview help, interpersonal relationships, challenges of independent living, relating to coworkers, and anything else that makes day-to-day-life difficult, exhausting, or challenging. Seek support from people who have been there. If you are seeking a more laid-back social group, please sign up for ASGNO’s Adult Social Group (18+)! See all of ASGNO’s virtual programs by clicking here. Sign Up Now 8:00 pm-9:00 pm 2023-03-16 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. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. A Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans program
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19 | 20 | 21 6:00 pm-7:00 pm 2023-03-21 Autism Society of GNO’s Caregiver Support Group (Encargado/Padre/Madre de habla español) Se reúne el tercer martes de cada mes a las 6:00 p.m., hora central Facilitadora: Stacy Badon Organizacíon Anfitriona: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans Descripción: Para muchos encarcado de personas con grandes necesidades de apoyo en el espectro autismo, la vida puede parecer muy diferente de las experiencias de otras familias. Puede parecer imposible esperar que otras personas comprendan sus experiencias. Este grupo de apoyo es un lugar para que los encargado compartan experiencias, obtengan información, consejos y establezcan conexiones con la comunidad. El grupo también es un lugar seguro para que los encargado se diviertan y hablen sobre todos los altibajos de la crianza de los hijos, así como sobre los problemas grandes y pequeños. Regístrate Ahora
| 22 11:00 am-2:00 pm 2023-03-22 Planning for Adulthood: Your High School IEP Questions Answered – You have likely been thinking about and planning for the transition process from high school to adult life for your child for a long time! Learn more about how the IEP and transition supports in high school can help your child prepare for adult life. Presenter: Sharon Blackmon, FHF of GNO Audience: Parents, self-advocates, or professionals working with students with disabilities or special healthcare needs. To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. A Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans program
| 23 6:00 pm-7:00 pm 2023-03-23 Adult social group (18+ years old) Meets 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at 6:00pm Facilitator: Emily Davis Host: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans Description: The Online Social Group is designed to help reduce feelings of isolation and increase the opportunity for social interaction with peers as well as connect with people who understand you! To attend, please sign up below. Once your RSVP is received you will be sent the meeting link and access code to attend, please do not share the meeting link and access code with anyone. If you have any questions, send ASGNO an email at info@asgno.org. If you are seeking a more support-group type environment for the serious life issues, check out their Autistic Adults support group. See all of ASGNO’s virtual programs by clicking here. Sign Up Now
| 24 | 25 8:00 am-12:00 pm 2023-03-25 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 The last Saturday of each month (unless otherwise noted)
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Arrive between 8:00 and 9:00 for FREE admission!) This program is for individuals of all ages with special needs and their families to enjoy early access to the National World War II Museum with modifications to make the experience more sensory friendly. Sensory Friendly Mornings are available on the last Saturday of each month. The Museum will modify exhibits by lowering sound volume in louder areas. A limited number of sensory bags from KultureCity will be available for guests on-site. Campus signage and the KultureCity App will alert visitors to areas where headphones are recommended, as well as designated Quiet Areas. A private Quiet Room is available by request. Pre-registered guests will start their visit by checking into the Louisiana Memorial Pavilion at 8:00 a.m., where they will begin their self-guided experience before the Museum opens to the public. At 9:00 a.m. Sensory Friendly Morning visitors will have access to the entire campus, including early admission to the remaining pavilions. Tickets for Sensory Friendly Mornings are complimentary during the 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. hour and are subject to availability. Advanced reservations are highly recommended. Reserve tickets here. Find building accommodation details here. Guests with questions may also email accessibility@nationalww2museum.org.
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26 11:00 am-2:00 pm 2023-03-26 1454 Woodland Hwy, Belle Chasse, LA 70037  Come on out to the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans’ Inclusive Egg Hunt. This event is open to all ages and ability levels. Register for a one-hour time slot during which you can enjoy sensory and water play activities, join in an egg hunt, and have a snack. Participants will be limited to 20 per time slot and caregivers will indicate choice of egg-hunt prize (candy or toys) in the sign-up form. Please no more than 2 caregivers/supporters per family. Tickets are $3 for participants and $1 for caregivers/ supporters. If you are unable to pay for tickets but would still like to participate, please email Megan at megan@asgno.org. Sign Up Here
| 27 | 28 12:00 pm-1:00 pm 2023-03-28 Waivers Made Simple – Would you like to learn more about the Louisiana OCDD Screening for Urgency of Need (SUN) and Tiered Waiver Process? This webinar will cover: - The type of service(s) someone with a developmental disability may be able to access
- How other service systems can be accessed when someone with a developmental disability also needs services that are outside of the OCDD service system
- Why OCDD shifted to a Tiered Waiver
- The process to get a Waiver
Presenter: Amy E. Greer, Ph.D., OCDD Deputy Assistant Secretary – Services To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. 12:30 pm-1:30 pm 2023-03-28 Caregiver Support Group (English)Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm and the 4th Tuesday of each month at 12:30pm Facilitator: Stacy Badon Host: Autism Society of Greater New Orleans Description: Caregivers of individuals with autism face many unique challenges. Life can seem very different and distant from the experiences of many other families. It can be possible to feel that there is no way that they can ask for or expect other people to understand their experiences. This support group is a place for caregivers to share experiences, get information and advice, make community connections, and research opportunities for services and provision for their children. The group is also a safe place for caregivers to have fun and talk about all of the ups and downs of parenting as well as the big and small issues. Sign up below. See all of ASGNO’s virtual programs by clicking here. Sign Up Now
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