Upcoming Events
‘Changes at Transition’
Information Session
August
13
People who are disabled
and between the ages of 16 and 21, as well as their parents or legal
guardians, may want to attend this free information session that
will attempt to explain the changes that occur during this crucial
period of development into adulthood. This session will outline decisions
that need to be made, including guardianship, graduation, exploring
future vocational plans, Social Security and more.
Details: 6-8:30
p.m., Maple Grove Library, 8351 Elm Creek Blvd. N, Maple Grove.
FFI:
612-596-6631 or search “adsinfo”at www.hennepin.us ![]()
Residential/Vocational
Information Session
August 14
Adults who are disabled
and their parents or legal guardians are invited to learn about
various residential and vocational service options that are available
in a free session entitiled, “Adult
Residential and Vocational Services.” This session will outline
options such as day training and habilitation, adult day care, intermediate
care facilities for persons with developmental disabilities, foster
care, semi-independent living services and more.
Details: 5-7 p.m.
Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall, Mpls.
FFI: 612-596-6631 or type “adsinfo” in
the search box at www.hennepin.us,
or call 612-630-6000 ![]()
Emergency-Preparedness
August 16
This conference, which will be held
via ITV at eight Minnesota locations (Bemidji, Duluth, Fergus Falls,
Mankato, Marshall, Metro Area, Rochester and St. Cloud), will focus
on an inclusive all-persons approach to faith communities and emergency
preparation. Topics will cover preparing, responding and recovering
from emergencies and disasters. Featured speakers include June
Isaacson Kailes and Dr. Koening of the Duke University Medical
Center. Those encouraged to attend include faith and community
organizations, persons with disabilities, persons concerned with
aging, minority communities and more. Free, but registration required.
FFI: www.togevents.com/cc,
320-224-0154 or pam@togevents.com ![]()
2007 Age and Disabilities Odyssey Conference
August 20 - 22
Issues facing aging Minnesotans,
people with disabilities and caregivers and services that support
them will be key topics at the conference, whose theme this year
is “A Sea of Choice:
Navigating the Journey.” This
is designed especially for professionals who administer and operate
programs to help seniors and people with disabilities. Major themes
include using technology to make evidence-based decisions and increase
efficiency, and expanding resources to create a set of services without
barriers. Over 130 workshops offered.
Details: Duluth Entertainment
Convention Center
FFI: www.mnaging.org/odyssey/index.htm ![]()
Block Party to Celebrate Disability Awareness
August 21
This 3rd annual community-wide block party seeks to create
an event that recognizes, reflects and celebrates diversity and potential
abilities for everyone. Entertainment includes a variety of live
music and theater performances, as well as food, vendors and art
activities for the whole family. Volunteers and financial or in-kind
support still wanted. Free and open to the public.
Details: Bethlehem
Lutheran Church parking lot, 720 S. 2nd St, Mankato.
FFI: Dez Goettlicher
at 507-345-7139, 888-676-6498 or dgoettlicher@smilescil.org ![]()
GetSet!
for Transition/Guardianship Overview
August 21
Students and
their parents can prepare for adult life at Arc’s
combined workshop. GetSet! is a “starter kit” for
transition planning. It addresses key issues such as employment,
housing, post-secondary education and involvement in community
life. Guardianship: An Overview introduces families to substitute
decision-making for loved ones with a disability. It outlines
assessing the need for guardianship, substitute decision-making
processes and the rights of individuals under guardianship.
Details: Registration required.
Arc members free, $20 for non-members. 6:00-8:30 p.m. at Arc Greater
Twin Cities, 2446 University Ave. W, #110, St. Paul.
FFI: 952-920-0855
or www.arcgreatertwincities.org ![]()
