Audience: Educators, administrators, families, self-advocates, and service providers. These trainings focus on supporting students of all ability levels, including those with extensive support needs from middle school through post-secondary. Session 3: PDP to Promote Successful Work Based Learning (WBL) and Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) Overview: Understand WBL and CIE programming supported by PDP Explore business […]

Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Requirements The Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Requirements went into effect in March 2023, supporting important rights for individuals who receive HCBS. Some examples of HCBS are day programs or day services, employment supports, and group homes. This webinar will: Teach you about the principles behind the HCBS requirements (like […]

Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Requirements The Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Requirements went into effect in March 2023, supporting important rights for individuals who receive HCBS. Some examples of HCBS are day programs or day services, employment supports, and group homes. This webinar will: Teach you about the principles behind the HCBS requirements (like […]

Registration is now open for enrollment in 2024 classes at Santa Ana College to be held February 12 - June 9, 2024. Special classes for adults with disabilities are posted on pages 19 and top half of page 20. Registration closes February 11, 2024. To download the schedule of classes, please click the LINK.

The Autism In Entertainment Conference, is a groundbreaking event that will take place on Friday, April 5, 2024 at the prestigious Skirball Cultural Center. This one-day, in-person conference will be bringing together industry leaders and advocates to explore ways to bridge the gap between the ASD community and the entertainment industry. Our goal is to […]

Northstar Career Center presents: Promoting Independence: Living and Transportation Learn about: Steps to take now in order to support independent living in the future Programs available in the community that support independent living Funding sources that exist which promote independent living Transportation planning Steps to promote individual safety Keynote Speakers: Sarah Sheppard Thompson - Commonwealth […]

Join us for an online event where Arthur Westover, MD, Director of Autism at UT Southwestern Medical Center, will discuss medication and support for autistic adults! Whether you are an autistic adult, a caregiver, or simply interested in learning more, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights and ask questions in an online […]

Welcome to our Special Education Fundamentals Course! This course is designed to be a primer for both parents and professionals who are just coming into the special education system. We cover a wide variety of topics from initial assessments, IEP eligibility, services, supports, placement, and advocacy. Our goal is to remove the mystery of the […]

Dive into the transformative world of Appreciative Inquiry with Shayne Horan, Ed.D., Vice President of Schools at The Help Group. Drawing from the principles of Appreciative Inquiry, Dr. Horan will explore how asking empowering questions and envisioning desired futures can lead to inner fulfillment and stronger family connections. This webcast is designed to explore how […]

School transitions from preschool to kindergarten, elementary to middle school, middle to high school and adult transition (if applicable) can be exciting, but they may sometimes be unsettling for students with disabilities and their families because of the changes in services and routines. Each type of transition brings unique changes, and for this reason, we […]

Ready for fun. Join Mat Brunet, better known as AniMat, as he leads discussions of animation, movies, and all things Disney. Sunday afternoons will never be the same. We will meet once a quarter on Sundays from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Sunday, March 3, 2024: The History of Kung Fu Panda Sunday, June 9, […]

Northstar Career Center presents: The Job Search: Planning and Supports Learn about: Lining up the details: emails, IDs, online applications, etc. Importance of work experiences Role of an ESO and Job Coach Keynote Speakers: Holly Peele - Northstar Career Center Chris Hicks & Tamara Wain - Career Support Systems For more information about Northstar, visit: […]