Please join us for a discussion and Q&A about planning your estate and financial strategies to care for your loved one with a disability. We’ll be joined by two experts: Nikki Mitchell, J.D., CELA, attorney and owner of Mitchell, Brown & Associates and Sarah Vehige, CFP, ChSNC, financial advisor with Edward Jones.
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Building Dignity of Risk: The Impact of Choice on Quality of Life for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
There is dignity in making choices, accepting the associated risks, and learning from those choices—a concept called Dignity of Risk. In relation to supporting adults with developmental disabilities, Dignity of Risk is a person-centered framework that promotes self-determination. It is about supporting the person to make the decisions that they want to make, while staying safe. Based on findings from academic literature, this presentation will cover what Dignity of Risk is, how it is connected to quality of life, and suggestions for how to support it.
April Events Calendar
April is World Autism Month and the Thompson Center has lots of events planned to celebrate! Keep track of all of our World Autism Month activities for patients, families, andContinue reading “April Events Calendar”
Mastering Autonomy Through The Transition Into Adulthood
How many desire seeing people on the autism spectrum master autonomy as adults? Transition and adulthood combined are a tall task for many people. Many folks on the autism spectrum have struggled with mastering autonomy through the Transition into Adulthood. Mr. Durany will share about his experiences mastering autonomy through the Transition into Adulthood. He will breakdown what it takes to master autonomy through various phases of adulthood.
Building Social Connections with Hayley and Matthew Leach Webinar
Join us for a discussion on effective strategies for building and maintaining meaningful social connections in both college and the workplace. Gain insights on fostering relationships, navigating social dynamics, and finding supportive communities. Hayley and Matthew will share their experiences with social groups and communities they have found supportive.
TIPS for Kids Lecture Series: Mental Health, LGBTQ+, and Neurodivergent Youth
Join us in person at the Thompson Center Research & Training Building or on Zoom for the TIPS for Kids 2024 Fall Lecture Series.
TIPS for Kids Lecture Series: Pediatric Health & Obesity
Join us in person at the Thompson Center Research & Training Building or on Zoom for the TIPS for Kids 2024 Fall Lecture Series.
TIPS for Kids Lecture Series: Motor Functioning
Join us in person at the Thompson Center Research & Training Building or on Zoom for the TIPS for Kids 2024 Fall Lecture Series.
Emotion Coaching Webinar
Click here to register! Presented by: Jennifer Sykes, Ph.D. Audience: Caregivers and professionals working with children under 10 Session Description: coming soon
Self Advocate Webinar: Preparing for Employment
Click here to register! Presented by: Jaclyn Benigno, M.Ed. Session Description: This session will equip participants with essential strategies for building a professional resume, preparing for interviews, and effectively searchingContinue reading “Self Advocate Webinar: Preparing for Employment”