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SUMMARY:Planning for Your Child with Special Needs – Now and in the Future
DESCRIPTION:Attorney Colleen E. Masse will discuss strategies to qualify for public benefits\, protect income\, and put a financial plan in place to secure your child’s future\, such as:  Special Needs Trusts; ABLE accounts; Social Security Disability Insurance; SSI; and health insurance (Medicaid and Medicare).  (Snow date: Friday\, Feb. 22)
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/planning-for-your-child-with-special-needs-now-and-in-the-future/
LOCATION:Wilton Comstock Community Center\, 180 School Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Meeting,Parenting,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Abilis LEAP Transition Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Abilis\, the non-profit organization that provides services and support to more than 700 individuals with special needs and their families\, is hosting a free LEAP Transition Information Session in Wilton on Thursday\, Oct. 10\, from 5:30-7 p.m.. The Wilton session will be held at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church (36 New Canaan Rd.). The event is free and open to the public; registration is required and available online. \nThe information session is for families to participate in an interactive discussion about Transition Programming for Young Adults with Special Needs. The goal of the Abilis community-based program is to help young adults become more independent\, obtain meaningful jobs\, and participate in community activities. Representatives from Abilis will provide an overview about the Abilis LEAP Transition Program\, discuss the initial steps required to determine the potential programs and services a family member might consider\, and review the vocational skills\, life skills\, cognitive social development\, and community involvement that needs to be considered when living as an independent adult. Abilis offers multiple transition programs throughout Fairfield County in the towns of Greenwich\, New Canaan\, Stamford\, Westport\, Wilton and Ridgefield. \nAbilis is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that supports more than 700 individuals with special needs and their families from birth throughout their lives. Abilis has been a leader in serving the special needs community in Fairfield County in towns including\, Darien\, Greenwich\, New Canaan\, Norwalk\, Ridgefield\, Stamford\, Westport\, Weston and Wilton\, and has a long-standing reputation for individualized\, high quality care. For more information\, visit Abilis online\, or on Facebook\, Twitter\, or Instagram.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/abilis-leap-transition-information-session-in-wilton-october-10th/
LOCATION:St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church\, 36 New Canaan Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Free,Health & Wellness,Not for profit,Parenting,Presentation,Schools,Seminar
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SUMMARY:How to Talk with Your Child’s Team: Effective Communication During the PPT/504 Process
DESCRIPTION:Difficult conversations can be unpleasant\, confrontational and provoking. A common fear is that an already challenging situation may get worse because of unresolved issues\, conflict or loss of trust among interested parties. When it comes to PPT or 504 meetings with parents and school personnel\, the stakes are often high: decisions made during these meetings can ultimately determine the educational services your child receives and the direction of his/her future path. \nIn this workshop\, Todd Kellogg\, LMFT\, BCBA\, a licensed behavior analyst and family therapist\, will discuss the importance of effective communication skills; how you\, as parents\, can become more emotionally self-aware during difficult conversations; how to avoid falling “heart first” into conflict with school-based teams; and how to forge collaborative relationships with school personnel despite disagreements and competing priorities. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Register on the SPED*NET Wilton website. \nCo-sponsored by Wilton Library\, Wilton SEPTA and Wilton Public Schools
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/how-to-talk-with-your-childs-team-effective-communication-during-the-ppt-504-process/
LOCATION:Wilton Library
CATEGORIES:discussion,Parenting,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211029T170000
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SUMMARY:Wilton SEPTA: Touch a Truck and Treat Halloween Event
DESCRIPTION:Wilton SEPTA (Special Education PTA) is pleased to announce a Sensory Friendly “Touch a Truck” Event\, complete with Halloween Treat Bags and the opportunity to meet some real Wilton first responders! Tour a police car\, an ambulance\, and a fire truck! This exciting and unique event is open to all Wilton families with children that have a 504 Plan or an IEP\, and will be held at the Town Hall Complex on Friday\, Oct. 29 from 5-7 p.m. Brought to you by Wilton SEPTA\, the Wilton Police Department\, Wilton EMS/WVAC and the Wilton Fire Department. Siblings are welcome but please register them so organizers can get a correct count. Please register in advance online.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/wilton-septa-touch-a-truck-and-treat-halloween-event/
LOCATION:Town Hall\, 238 Danbury Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Event,Firefighters,Free,Kids,Outdoor Event,Police
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T090000
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SUMMARY:Learn about College Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities at Meet & Greet with College Access & Beyond [SPONSORED]
DESCRIPTION:sponsored post\nThe focus of Wilton residents Janine Kelly\, JD and Deborah List\, PhD in their consultancy\, College Access & Beyond\, LLC\, is to help unique students navigate a post-secondary path. The duo’s mission is to support students with disabilities and their families as they plan for transition to college. \nKelly and List are hosting a “Meet and Greet” at Tusk and Cup in Wilton (142 Old Ridgefield Rd.) on Friday\, May 6\, from 9-11 a.m.\, and are inviting members of the community to join them for coffee\, Q&A and conversation\, and an opportunity to learn more. \nThrough their combined professional experiences working with students of all ages\, Kelly and List strive to educate students and their families so they can access the support and accommodations they need to develop college readiness skills and find the college that is the “right fit” for them. Their services include: \n\nHelping students build academic and life skills in middle and high school that will lead to independence\nEncouraging students to access supports/accommodations that will translate easily to a college environment\nBuilding IEPs and 504 plans that will support the development of key college and employment readiness skills\nIncreasing students’ understanding of their individual needs\nStrengthening students’ self-advocacy skills\nInvestigating colleges and universities to find the “right fit”\nObtaining information on technical schools\, community colleges\, and gap year programs and 2-4 year colleges/universities that support students with learning needs\nNavigating a college or university system once enrolled\n\nTheir work focuses on the development of self-advocacy skills\, which are critical for success in college and beyond\, as well as working with higher education staff directly to implement environments that support accessibility and UDL. \nKelly is a special education advocate in Connecticut and has been supporting children with disabilities and their families for over 12 years. She is the founder of Advocate Together\, LLC and advises students and families on all aspects of the special education process from preschool to post-high school transition. \nList has worked in public health in hospital\, government\, advocacy\, and research settings around access and quality of care issues for children with disabilities for over 25 years. She received her undergraduate degree with Honors from Brown University and has a master’s degree in health education from Teachers College\, Columbia University. She also holds an MPH in public management and community health from Harvard School of Public Health. In 2001\, she completed her PhD in public health at Johns Hopkins\, where she researched the impact of maternal stress on the health service use of children with chronic illnesses. \nFor more information\, visit the College Access and Beyond website.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/learn-about-college-transition-planning-for-students-with-disabilities-at-meet-greet-with-college-access-beyond-sponsored-2/
LOCATION:Tusk and Cup\, 142 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee,Educational,Meeting,Networking,Open House,Parenting,Sponsored Post
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SUMMARY:Being on the Same Page - How Parents Can Remain Effective Partners When Raising Kids with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:SPED*NET Wilton will host Todd Kellogg\, a licensed family therapist and board-certified behavior analyst\, on Wednesday\, March 1 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Wilton Library.  Kellogg will discuss how the difficulty of raising kids has increased exponentially along with the challenges of growing up in today’s world. For parents to be successful in guiding their children\, setting expectations\, and enforcing boundaries\, they need to find ways to work together and co-parent in a collaborative manner. \nMeeting the challenges of co-parenting is even more critical when kids have special needs. As parents of kids with special needs know\, everything is magnified and missteps can be that much more problematic for the child’s development. In this discussion\, Kellogg will walk you through best practices of co-parenting\, successful communication patterns\, and how to bounce back after setbacks. \nRegistration is required. Register online or call 203.762.6334. For more information\, email Andrea Sato.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/being-on-the-same-page-how-parents-can-remain-effective-partners-when-raising-kids-with-special-needs-in-person/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Free,Library,Not for profit,Parenting,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Driving for Neurodiverse Learners [Webinar]
DESCRIPTION:A driving license means so much more than simply being able to drive. It represents freedom\, independence and is a sign of adulthood. For the average person\, learning to drive can be both an intimidating and a liberating experience. For an autistic person or those with ADHD\, executive functioning challenges\, anxiety or other learning disabilities\, driving may seem out of reach. \nAndrew Arboe\, a self-advocate with ASD and the founder of Driving with Autism\, will share his experience of going from not wanting to drive at all to being an expert behind the wheel. He will address the needs of neurodiverse teens and young adults as they contemplate becoming a licensed driver. He will also focus on the strategies he uses for driving and how driving has opened his world to new heights. \nWednesday\, March 15 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nRegister online. \nPresented by SPED*NET
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/driving-for-neurodiverse-learners-zoom/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free,Not for profit,Online,Schools,Teens,Webinar,Zoom Call
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SUMMARY:Nuts and Bolts of the Special Education Process: Tips & Strategies to Advocate for Your Child with an IEP or Section 504 Plan
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in the Brubeck Room at Wilton Library for an important presentation presented by SPED*NET on what you need to know to prepare for and participate in your child’s IEP meeting. You will learn about the process for referring a child for an initial special education evaluation; how to review evaluations and prepare for the IEP/504 Plan meeting; the continuum of services; and the annual review meeting process. \nSpecial education can be a confusing and complicated system of acronyms and processes. Gerri Fleming\, a former special education advocate\, will help you make sense of the process so you’ll feel confident in advocating for your child to ensure they are receiving the appropriate supports and services in the least restrictive environment. Presented by SPED*NET in partnership with Wilton Library and Newtown SPED PTA. \nPlease register on the Wilton Library website or call 203.762.6334. For more information\, Email SPED*NET or Wilton Library.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/nuts-and-bolts-of-the-special-education-process-tips-strategies-to-advocate-for-your-child-with-an-iep-or-section-504-plan/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Free,Library,Not for profit,Presentation,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T121500
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SUMMARY:Medication\, Not Magic: Making Wise Choices About Pharmalogical Interventions
DESCRIPTION:Please join SPED*NET at Wilton Library for a thorough and balanced presentation of a thorny topic. Dr. Kevin Kalikow will help untangle the complexities of pharmacological treatments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and co-existing conditions\, by addressing whether or not to give psychiatric drugs to your child and\, if so\, when. He will discuss indications for medication\, potential benefits and risks\, and ethical dilemmas. \nDr. Kalikow\, a child psychiatrist in private practice for 30 years\, speaks widely on the use of psychiatric medication in children and adolescents. He is the author of Your Child in the Balance: Solving the Psychiatric Medicine Dilemma and Kids on Meds: Up-to-Date Information About the Most Commonly Prescribed Psychiatric Medications\, a guide to psychiatric medication for non-medically trained mental health professionals. Presented by SPED*NET in partnership with Wilton Library and Newtown Sped PTA. \nPlease register on the Wilton Library website.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/medication-not-magic-making-wise-choices-about-pharmalogical-interventions/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Health & Wellness,Library,Not for profit,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T123000
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SUMMARY:How School Interventions Affect Your Kids Who Are Wired Differently
DESCRIPTION:Children with autism\, non-learning verbal disorders (NVLD)\, or ADHD have two things in common: their brains process differently from those of other kids and they are often traumatized in school. \nSchools traditionally focus on kids’ behavior\, instead of on the experiences that led to such behavior. This is especially true if their actions distract other children. However\, children who are not accomplishing work “at the level of their potential” or are “oppositional” or “noncompliant” may be doing the best they can. Negative feedback only discourages them and leads to a sense of frustration and shame. Parents also often feel helpless when trying to get schools to better understand their kids. \nClinical psychologist Marcia Eckerd\, PhD\, and therapist Robert Bernstein\, MA\, will discuss why it’s critical for schools to focus on “what’s the child experiencing” in order to genuinely understand their behavior and help them succeed. \nRegister online. \nA video recording of this event will also be available online. \nPresented by SPED*NET in partnership with Wilton Library\, Wilton Public Schools and Newtown Sped PTA
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/how-school-interventions-affect-your-kids-who-are-wired-differently/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:Educational,Kids,Library,Parenting,Presentation,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T123000
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SUMMARY:Assistive Technology (AT): Many Possibilities to Consider
DESCRIPTION:Assistive Technology (AT) encompasses many possibilities when you look beyond AAC/communication. Wilton Library hosts Alescia Ford\, MS\, OTR/L\, ATP\, while she breaks down the three critical components of educational design: Universal Design for Learning\, Educational Technology\, and Assistive Technology. She discusses assistive technologies to enable participation\, improve curricular access (math\, reading\, writing\, executive functioning)\, and support inclusion. She also explains what AT looks like (from low-tech\, mid-tech\, to high-tech)\, when more is needed (consultation and evaluations)\, how to include AT in the IEP\, and why implementation planning is so important. \nFord is a certified occupational therapist and a nationally certified assistive technology practitioner. She evaluates students’ needs for AT; trains students\, educators\, and parents on implementation plans; develops district-wide competencies for AT processes; and consults on literacy support programming\, accessibility and Universal Design for Learning guiding principles. She owns Adapt & Learn\, a pediatric therapy service provider with clinic locations in Simsbury and Farmington. \nRegister for this free\, in-person presentation. \n 
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/assistive-technology-at-many-possibilities-to-consider/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:Educational,Parenting,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T203000
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SUMMARY:Author Talk with Jill Mays — "Nurturing Nature: Gardening for Special Needs"
DESCRIPTION:Please join Wilton Library on Thursday\, Feb. 6\, at 7 p.m. when the library along with SPED*NET will present an author talk with Jill Mays on her new book Nurturing Nature: A Guide to Gardening for Special Needs. While the guide is geared specifically toward individuals with special needs\, it has much to offer gardening groups of all ages and abilities as well as anyone starting out. \n“Nurturing Nature provides lots of practical\, fun gardening activities for children. They will learn that nature is much more interesting than electronic devices.”— Dr. Temple Grandin \nVulnerable populations — such as neurodiverse or physically challenged individuals — are at an elevated risk of suffering from isolation and stress-related illnesses. Gardening is a good solution since it proves beneficial to physical\, cognitive\, and emotional health. This book gives readers all the information and resources they’ll need to get started! \nMays is the author of Your Child’s Motor Development Story\, highlighting the crucial importance of sensory exploration and natural play for healthy development. An occupational therapist specializing in sensory integration for many years\, she has conducted workshops in a variety of settings and provided consultation to parents\, educators and health care providers. For the past 10 years she has immersed herself in gardening\, working with farmers and assisting in the development of children’s garden programs. She developed and currently leads a garden group for special needs adults. Mays lives with her husband\, Eric\, their Portuguese water dog and a flock of chickens at the far end of Cape Cod. \nSPED*NET\, Special Education Network\, Ltd.\, is a volunteer-run nonprofit educational organization dedicated to helping parents of children with special needs become their children’s best advocates throughout the special services process and the transition to college\, employment or other post-secondary pursuits. The organization strives to empower parents\, support families and change the lives of children with special needs. \nElm Street Books will be on site to sell copies of the book\, which Mays will sign. A portion of the proceeds benefits Wilton Library. \nRegistration is required. To register\, visit the Wilton Library website.
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/author-talk-with-jill-mays-nurturing-nature-gardening-for-special-needs/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,discussion,Environmental,Health & Wellness,Library,Nature,Presentation
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