Three workshops coming to Marquette from SPEAKS Education and Michigan Family-to-Family

SPEAKS Education and Michigan Family to Family Health Information and Education Center are paired in bringing three workshops to the Marquette area that focus on special needs topics.

Individual Education Program (IEP): The basics
Thursday, October 6, 10 am to 2 pm (lunch included) at Marquette – Alger RESA, Conference Room C, 321 East Ohio Street.  Free.

How to navigate the system:  Rights and responsibilities
This workshop is for anyone who wants a better understanding of rights, responsibilities, timelines, and complaint procedures and what someone could expect during the processes under:
• Children’s Special Health Care Services
• Community Mental Health Services/Hospital Mental Health
• Medicaid
• Special Education Services
Basic information will be provided on the purpose of each system, who is eligible, how to gain access, and what to expect in the process.
November 2, 2011, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, at MARESA.  The cost is $10 and includes lunch.

Transition planning:  Helping young adults reach their hopes and dreams
Families, service coordinators, case managers, and others who work with young adults will learn from
representatives of state and community organizations how to help them plan for their future education, health care, and mental health needs. Tools and resources from the “Helping Young Adults with Disabilities Reach Their Hopes and Dreams Toolkit” will be shared.
November 3, 2011, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, Peter White Public Library, Shiras Room.  The cost is $10 and includes lunch.

 To register for any or all of these workshops, visit www.bridges4kids.org/f2f or call (800) 552-4821.