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IEP English
February 09 4:00 pmPresented In: English
Learn about Special Education law, the IEP process, what to do when things arent working, and how to become a more active & effective team member
IEP Spanish
February 16 4:00 pmPresented In: Spanish
Aprenda sobre las leyes de educación especial, el proceso IEP, qué hacer cuando las cosas no están funcionando, y cómo convertise en un miembro más activo y efectivo.
IEP English
March 08 4:00 pmPresented In: English
Learn about Special Education law, the IEP process, what to do when things arent working, and how to become a more active & effective team member
Parent / Professional Workshops
In response to the changing needs of families, SFCD recently began offering monthly half-day Saturday workshops. These extended workshops give participants an opportunity to receive more in-depth information on a range of topics.
Learn How To Secure ABA, SLP and OT Services for Your Child with Autism
March 30 10:00 amPresented In: English
Navigating the health insurance maze can be challenging for any family, but it can be even harder for families with children on the autism spectrum. With regional centers and school districts suffering drastic budget cuts and the majority of states adopting autism mandates, many are looking to the health insurance industry to step in. Come out to this HANDS ON seminar and learn how to Secure Insurance Coverage for ABA, Speech & Occupational Therapy Services for your Child with Autism.
PPW: Loving Discipline
April 18 10:00 amPresented In: English
"Loving Discipline" will cover different behavioral developments in the young child and how to respond appropriately. It will focus on providing limits for your child, and strategies for handling difficult behaviors, without using anger. In addition we will consider positive reinforcement methods to help your child feel loved and learn appropriate behavior at the same time.
California Healthcare Options Program
May 25 10:00 amPresented In: English
Managed Medi-Cal and Cal. Healthcare Option Program's role in providing information & support.
Support Groups
All support groups are free of charge. Childcare is provided, unless otherwise indicated, and must be reserved in advance.
If you are interested in participating in any of these groups, call the Warmline at 415-920-5040 or
e-mail us for more information.
Pre-registration is required.
Evening Autism Group
February 07 6:30 pmPresented In: English
Please join us for a new Evening Autism Support Group. This is a place for parents and caretakers of children/young adults with Autism to get support, exchange information and share resources.
Foster Parent Support Group
March 01 6:00 pmPresented In: English
This is a group to help foster parent and relative caregivers with information education and parent to parent support.
Behavior Support Group - Family Links
March 01 6:30 pmPresented In: English
A montly meeting for parents who have children with Behavioral Challenges. This meeting will focus on parents connecting to one another and receiving emotional support.
More SFCD Events
ASQ-3 Follow-up Training
February 04 9:30 amPresented In: Mandarin
Perfecting Your Screening Knowledge
Movie Night - Tangled
February 24 5:30 pmPresented In: English
Join us for a family-friendly movie in our offices here at Support for Families while munching on fresh-popped popcorn, pizza and healthy snacks. Refreshments for kids and adults will be provided. Our playroom will also be open during Friday night movie nights. As always, these events are free! Donations are greatly appreciated! All events are from 5:30 -7:30 (movie starts promptly at 6:00).
Community Advisory Committee for Special Education
Other Events
Sharing the Voice and Diversity of Youth: Auditions for Youth Advocates with Disabilities
Be a part of an exciting Global Disability Advocacy and Education Project! If you are between the ages of 12-30, you are eligible to be part of a global education project. You may be selected to share your voice in a user generated disability etiquette video.
For more information please contact Elizabeth Pope Program Coordinator, World Enabled/Pineda Foundation for Youth at: liz@pinedafoundation.org
After signing up you will receive instructions on how to audition. The Deadline to Apply is: February 10, 2012. The Online application can be found here.
This project in conjunction with World Enabled/Pineda Foundation for Youth
Special Needs Trusts
A Workshop for Families and Professionals serving the Speacial Needs Community.
Four dates to choose from:
| March 14, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:00pm |
| April 11, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:00pm |
| May 16, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:00pm |
Where:
The Dale Law Firm, PC
Conference Room
127 Aspen Drive, Pacheco CA
94553
This free workshop will discuss how Special Needs Trusts can be established in order to protect and provide assistance to the disabled while protecting their financial interests and elegibility.
* New clients will receive a discount on their estate planning if they attend a workshop, watch an on-line video or view a free educatinal DVD from The Dale Law Firm, PC
For more information email Shelly Sunseri at shelley@dalelawfirm.com or call (925) 826-5585
Special Needs Trusts for Professionals
A Workshop for Professionals serving the Speacial Needs Community.
When:
February 3, 2012 from 1:00 - 4:00pm
Where:
The Contra Costa ARC
1340 Arnold Dr., Suite 127
Martinez, CA 94553
Registration Fee:
$100 - all proceeds will be donated to the Contra Costa ARC.
Speaker:
Stephen W. Dale, JD, LL.M.
This workshop is available for Life Insurance and Financial Professionals and Trustees and qualifies for 3 hours of MCLE credit from: The California Department of Insurance, The State Bar of California and The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards.
To register, please contact Shelley Sunseri at: (925) 826-5585 or by writing: shelley@dalelawfirm.com
Ramping Up for Independence
A six session training series for transition-age youth with disabilities - autism, cerebal palsy, intellectual disabilities, etc. - and their parents
When
Wednesday, February 15th from 6:30 - 8:30pm Making Work Work: Taking a close look at employment possibilities. |
Wednesday, March 21st from 6:30 - 8:30pm It's Your Move: Exploring housing options and living support options. |
Wednesday, April 18th from 6:30 - 8:30pm Searching for Relationships: Making connections that matter. |
Wednesday, May 16th from 6:30 - 8:30pm Considering College: Learning what's available and how to get it. |
Wednesday, June 20th from 6:30 - 8:30pm Recipes for Recreation: Expanding your repertoire for fun. |
Where
The Ed Roberts Campus in Berkely, 3075 Adeline Street.
Funded by: The State Council on Developmental Disablities Area Board 5.
Presented by East Bay Invoations, Ala Costa Center, Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund and WorkLink
Space is limited
Contact lindaratner@comcast.net to register.
Please indicate: 1) name(s) of parent(s) to attend and/or name(s) of youth to attend, 2) which sessions you wish to attend, 3) county of residence,
and 4) if accommodations and/or language interpretation needed.
We Gotta Dance!
Dances for People with Disabilities
When
Third Fridays of the Month from doors open 7:00pm to 9:00 pm
| February 17, 2012 | May 18, 2012 |
| March 16, 2012 | June 15, 2012 |
Who
14-24 years old and their family or caregivers*
*Under 18 years must be accompanied by fmaily or caregiver
Where
1500 Howard Street, San Francisco 94102 at 11th Street entrance.
Cost $1 Admission / Snacks for $0.50 and up
Muni: 47 - Van Ness and 9 - San Bruno, 2 blocks from Van Ness Metro Station
- Easy drop-off and pick-up
- Beverages Provided
- You must have transportation home - No transit provided by The Arc
- For more Information call 415-255-7200
Co-sponsored by The Arc of San Francisco Client Advisory Committee,
People First Bay Area, and GGRC People's Advisory Committee
11th Annual Developmental Disabilities: An Update for Health Professionals
A 2-Day Continuing Medical Education Course Presented By:
University of California, San Francisco • School of Medicine and School of Nursing
This educational activity has been supported in part by a charitable contribution from
The Special Hope Foundation, a non profit 501(c)3 organization.
When
Thursday, March 8, 2012 & Friday, March 9, 2012
Who
14-24 years old and their family or caregivers*
*Under 18 years must be accompanied by fmaily or caregiver
Where
LAUREL HEIGHTS CONFERENCE CENTER • SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Fee
$375 Practicing Physicians
($450 if postmarked after 3/1/12)
$250 Nurses and other Health Professionals ($300 after 3/1/12)
$100 Parents, Families and Caregivers of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Pre-registration is preferred to ensure that registrants receive a syllabus at the course.
Other Opportunities for Input
Save the Date
Mayor Ed Lee and School Board President, Norman Yee invite you to PreK to 3rd Grade Planning Summit :"Looking Back, Moving Forward"
When
Saturday, February 25th
8:15 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
Where
Everett Middle School
450 Church Street
San Francisco
Please join parents, SFUSD Teachers and Administrators, Early Educators and Funders, and San Francisco Elected Officials for an exciting Planning Summit to provide input into the vision and principles of what it means to have programs from prekindergarten through third grade working together to create a system that gives our young children and their families the optimal opportunity to succeed in all areas, including reading and social/emotional growth. Come hear the renowned speaker, Mr. Ralph Smith, Senior Vice President of the Annie E. Casey Foundation talk about the National Campaign for Grade Level Reading.
Please RSVP by February 22nd to sfkidsfirst@yahoo.com or by calling
(415) 244-2717.
Child care will be provided. Breakfast and light refreshments will be served.
San Francisco Unified School District
Board of Education Meeting
When
Meetings are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. All Regular and Committee meetings are open to the public.
Where
Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room
555 Franklin Street, First Floor
San Francisco, CA 94102
Webcast - You can view a live Board Meeting webcast online 
. (Note, this is only available during the meeting. You can view past meetings below.)
Children supervised by an adult, are welcome to attend meetings of the Board of Education.
Califorina Department of Education
California Advisory Commission for Special Education (ACSE)
When
Friday, September 12, 2012 at 8:30 a.m
Where
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Room 1101
Sacramento, California
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