Upcoming Events
Consumer Support Grant
Information
Sessions
February thru April, 2007
If you are disabled and want more control,
flexibility and responsibility for your care, these free sessions explain
the Consumer Support Grant, answering questions such as “How do I receive funding through
this grant?” “What types of services may I buy?” and “What
is my responsibility?”
Information Sessions:
Feb. 12, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.,
Ridgedale Library,
Minnetonka (952-847-8800).
March 6, 1 to 3 p.m., Rockford Road Library,
Crystal (952-847-5875).
March 12, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Bryant Square Park,
Minneapolis (612-370-4907).
April 10, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.,
Edina Library (952-847-5425).
April 23, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Bryant Square Park,
Minneapolis (612-370-4907).
To register: 612-596-6631,
www.hennepin.us (type “adsinfo” in
the search box, click on the link and follow directions) ![]()
What is a Waiver?
February 13, 2007
Listen to a group of
panelists as they discuss the benefits of using one of Minnesota’s “waiver” programs,
which assist people who are disabled or elderly to manage their care
plan and hire, train and supervise their own staff. The panel will
talk about the number of waiver programs available, what has worked
well for them and what they would do differently.
Information Session: 6:00
to 8:00 p.m., Maple Grove Library, 8351 Elm Creek Blvd. N.,
Maple Grove
Directions: 952-847-5550.
Registration: 612-596-663, www.hennepin.us (type “adsinfo” in
the search box) ![]()
Special Needs Adoption Information
February 13, 2007
In Minnesota, 600 children are waiting for an adoptive family.
Lutheran Social Service is holding an information meeting about
special needs adoption, which focuses on older children who are
under state guardianship due to abuse or neglect, and need loving
families. These children are usually six years or older, and
may have emotional, behavioral, physical or mental challenges.
Families pay no fees for this program.
Information Session: 6:30
p.m. to 8:30 p.m. LSS office, 2414 Park Ave, Minneapolis
FFI, registration:
612-879-5230, www.minnesotaadoption.org ![]()
Collective Problem Solving
Educator’s
Workshop
February 15, 2007
MN Association for Children’s
Mental Health presents Dr. Ross Greene. Come and learn exciting
strategies and techniques to help students who have social, emotional
and behavioral difficulties develop the specific skills they are
missing.
Workshop: 9
a.m. to 4
p.m. Prom Center, 484 Inwood Ave., Oakdale
FFI, accommodation
req: 651-644-7333, 800-528-4511, www.macmh.org, info@macmh.org,
TTY-1-800-627-3529 ![]()
NAMI’s 5th Annual
Research Dinner
February 20, 2007
Leading researchers
will present their latest findings
on anxiety
disorders, MICD, treatment of psychosis, borderline personality disorder,
mental illness in children and adolescents, and more.
Dinner: Seating 5:30
p.m. Dinner 6:00 p.m.
Tickets are $35. Deadline for reservations
is February 15, 2007. FFI: 1-888-473-0237, 651-645-2948 ![]()
Changing Attitudes: 1962-2007
February 22, 2007
Have Minnesotans changed
their opinions and attitudes about people with developmental disabilities
during the past 45 years? The Governor’s
Council on Developmental Disabilities invites you to a presentation
comparing survey results from 1962 and today. Self-advocates and
representatives of The Arc of Minnesota, United Cerebral Palsy of
Minnesota, and The Autism Society of Minnesota will respond to the
report.
Workshop: 1:00
to 3:00 p.m. Continuing Education and Conference Center, Room
135, U of M, St Paul Campus, 1890 Buford Avenue, St. Paul
Sign interpreter available.
Other accommodations on request. Reservations a must! RSVP: 651-452-9800,
877-832-4548, sherie@wallacegroup.com ![]()
Japanese Drumming
February 26, 2007
“Arts Access at Hennepin County Library,” a
performance series designed to connect teens and adults of all mental
and physical abilities to the arts, presents Mu Performing Arts.
The thunderous sounds of immense taiko drums protected harvests from
pests and evil spirits in ancient Japan. The award-winning Asian-American
theater company, under the artistic direction of Rick Shiomi, communicates
the traditions and history of Asian cultures in stunning, high volume
and highly-acclaimed percussion performances.
Performance: 7
p.m. at Ridgedale Library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr., Minnetonka, 952-847-8800.
Admission is free. ![]()
Mike’s Big Brain Bash 3.0
March 3, 2007
Author and brain injury
survivor Mike Strand is hosting a charity event called “Mike’s Big Brain Bash
3.0” to support
the Brain Injury Association of Minnesota. This is its third year,
and the event will again have a silent auction and St. Croix Valley
favorite, “Voice of Reason” playing their mix of covers
and classic rock.
Auction: Silent Auction
starts 7:00 p.m. Music at 8:30 p.m. Withrow Ballroom
Directions: www.withrowballroom.com,
651-439-5123. $12 at the door, $10 in advance from the Daily Grind
in Stillwater (651-430-3207). ![]()
Disabled Veterans Turkey Hunt
April 24 - 26, 2007
The St. Cloud Veterans
Affairs Medical Center, Minnesota DNR and Minnesota National Guard,
Camp Ripley, will conduct the Third
Annual Physically Disabled Vet-erans Turkey Hunt at Camp Ripley
in Little Falls. This special hunt is provided for physically disabled
veterans who are currently receiving outpatient treatment at a VA
Medical Center, or physically disabled veterans who are eligible
for care and cannot hunt during the regular firearms season.
Limited space is available. To receive an application, call Dennis
Erie at 320-252-1670 x6394. Completed application must be returned
by February 20. ![]()
