Finding your Way: Transitioning from High School to College

(originally offered 12/17/13) Presenters: Zach Fenell, Daniel Mallory, Elizabeth Sweat, Kevin Kardon, Christopher Hunnicut and Chris Hunnicut, Sr. Considering college? Parent to Parent of Georgia presents a webinar for youth with disabilities called “Finding Your Way: Transitioning from High School to College”. Hear from young adults with disabilities who have successfully navigated their way through …

Thinking About College? VR Can Help

(originally offered 11/7/13) Presenter: Donna Jo Salhany & Blair Calling all high students with disabilities who want to go to college! This webinar is co-presented by a current college student with disabilities and a Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Hear from a college student who applied for services, became eligible for services, and identified services needed …

Transition To Adulthood (Education)

(originally offered 6/23/16) Presenter:  Mitzi Proffitt, It is never too early to plan for your child’s future. But the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) mandates that all students who have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) should also have a Transition Plan by age 16 or when they enter high school, which ever comes earlier. …

Thinking Outside the Box for Employment/Career Options

(originally offered 03/01/12) Presenter: Debbie Currere and Nalini Isaac In today’s economy, unemployment is an issue for so many, but more so, for a loved one with a developmental disability.  As a mom or dad, it is hard to watch your son or daughter upset time & time again after applying for a job and …

Medicaid and SSI: What happens when my child turns 18?

(originally offered 06/19/13) Presenter: Curtis Rodgers, Project Director, Benefits Navigator Program, Shepherd Center Your 18 year old might be eligible for SSI and/or Medicaid.  Find out what happens once he or she turns 18.  Join us for an overview of what your options are and tips to help you prepare for these changes. Running time: …

Does your Child Have the IEP Health Goals Needed to Successfully Transition to Adulthood?

(originally offered 06/12/13) Presenter: Sitara Nayak, Director of Support Services, Parent to Parent of Georgia Does your child’s IEP have any health related goals needed to successfully transition to adulthood?  If your child has health related issues, can they explain to a professional (either verbally or with assistive technology) what their symptoms are? Does your …

Vocational Rehabilitation 101: Successful Transition from School-to-Work

(originally offered 06/21/13) Presenter: Tangye Teague, Constituent Services Manager, Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency If your youth with special needs is on the path to enter the work force, then join us to find out what services are provided by the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Administration (GVRA). This presentation will be a basic overview of Vocational Rehabilitation …

Planning for a Continuum of Care

(originally offered 1/16/13) Presenter: David Glass, Senior Vice President, Glass Financial Group Planning for a child with a disability requires forethought and a coordinated decision making effort. Join David Glass who is also the father of a child with a disability as he reviews a cohesive and proactive process to help parents with estate and …

Special Needs Trust and other Special Needs Planning Options

(originally offered 6/27/16) Presenter: Natalie Green, Attorney at Law Do you know how to provide for your child’s long-term financial security without jeopardizing their future benefits? If not, you won’t want to miss this webinar! Natalie Green, Attorney at Law, will share the ins and outs of special needs trusts and other funding vehicles for …

The Younger Years & Beyond: Childhood Emotional, Behavioral and Mental Health

(originally offered 02/22/2018) Informal webinar session on Mental and Emotional Health in younger children.  She will discuss ages and stages of measurement, when to consider seeking help or testing and how to find support services.  Teresa Johnson is a Certified Parent Advocator and a Certified Parent Peer Support Specialist. Running Time: 1 Hour (For project …