June 2005 |
June 1
NAMI South Bay : Support Group for Parents of Children and Teens with Emotional Disabilities
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, CA (310) 543-5064
7:00-9:00 p.m.
NAMI South Bay invites you to attend a monthly support group for parents of children and teens with emotional and psychiatric disabilities. This group is a place to give and get support; share successes and concerns; learn information and resources; cry a little, laugh a little and know that you aren’t alone. The group is co-led by Fran Goldfarb, Healther Martillo and Karen Williams, all parents of children with psychiatric disabilities. There is no charge for the group and no reservations are needed. Any interested parents or caregivers are welcome.
June 2
Dr. Bryna Siegal Presents on Autism
Westside Regional Center, Culver City, CA (310) 258-4027
EVENING, Call for Time
This evening’s presenter will be Dr. Bryna Siegal from University of San Francisco. She is well known throughout the United States and will be speaking about methodologies used with Autism. All parents/families that have children in the Los Angeles Unified School District are welcome to attend. Please call Soryl Markowitz at the above telephone number for more information.
June 10, 11 & 12
“People First – Sky’s the Limit”
Doubletree Hotel, Sacramento, CA (916) 567-1974
Times not available
This three-day conference is presented by People First of California - Supported Life Institute, Area Board 3. This is an opportunity for self-advocates working together to let their voices be heard loudly. Please call for more information.
June 11
Are Your Children Ready for School?
Rand Corporation, Santa Monica, CA (310) 451-6974
9:00-11:30 a.m.
RAND presents this community conference in cooperation with Santa Monica Child Care and Early Education Task Force and the City of Santa Monica. There will be a research presentation from Sandraluz Lara-Cinisomo, PhD., Developmental Psychology and a Practitioner Panel entitled “Preparing Children for the School Years.” Reservations are recommended. This is a FREE opportunity. Registration and the outdoor breakfast buffet will begin at 8:30 a.m.
June 13
Self Directed Services
ELARC Auditorium, Alhambra, CA (626) 299-4772
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
The East Los Angeles Regional Center and Area Board X Self Determination Local Advisory Committee invite you to a Community Meeting regarding Self Directed Services. This meeting will feature Julia Mullen, Deputy Director, California Department of Developmental Services. She will present the latest information regarding the Governor’s proposal for an Independence Plus Waiver for the self-directed service program. This program empowers individual to gain control over decisions and resources required to meet the objectives in the individual program plan. ELARC Executive Director Gloria Wong and Area Board Executive Director Roberta Newton will present an update on the local Self Directed Services (formerly known as Self Determination) pilot project and answer questions regarding local expansion plans.
June 17 & 18
Fiesta Educativa
University of Southern CA, Los Angeles, CA (323) 221-6696
Call for times
This annual bilingual conference is for parents of individuals with disabilities and the professionals that work with them. Please visit their web site at fiestaeducativa.org for more information.
June 17
Beyond the Basics – Social Security, SSI, Medi-Cal, and Medi-Care
Goodwill Southern California, Los Angeles, CA (610) 696-1551
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This is an advanced course for professionals who have a basic understanding of benefit programs. Topics will include new standards for Impairment related work expenses, Plan for achieving self-support in-depth coverage, Deeming of income to determine SSI benefit amount for children and married couples, Qualifications for the Working Disabled MediCal Program, Section 301- Medical Recovery provisions and Extended Medicare protection. Fee is $98.00.
June 17
Benefits & Employment in 2005: MediCal, MediCare, Social Security, and SSI
I.A.B.A., Los Angeles, CA (610) 696-1551
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This presentation will address how to earn significant income AND protect medical benefits. Topics will include the Medicare Prescription Plan, the Social Security Supplement for the Medicare Prescription Plan, New standards for Impairment-related Work Expenses, How to manage benefits to avoid overpayments and the loss of medical benefits, Earn significant income and qualify for Working Disabled MediCal, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004. Fee is $98.00.
June 23
“Update on Research & Treatment Options” for Alzheimer’s
Lifesteps Foundation – Circle of Friends, Inglewood, CA (310) 673-9915
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
The Alzheimer’s Association presents this FREE in-service. Materials and refreshments will be served and RSVP is needed. Please call the above telephone number for more information or to get signed up to attend.
June 25
Shane’s CLUB PLAY DATE! Aidan’s PLACE
Aidan’s Place, Los Angeles, CA (818) 752-5676
10:30 a.m. –1:00 p.m.
The Westside Regional Center, and Westside Family Resource & Empowerment Center have teamed up with Shane’s Club for the third year to share this play date. All families, children and programs are invited to come out and play at this universally accessible playground. This is a free opportunity to play with others, and make friends. You will have a blast playing with all of us!
June 27
Employment, Health Insurance, Government Benefits & Mental Illness – What You Need to Know
UCLA NPIH Auditorium, Los Angeles, CA (310) 794-9584
6:00 p.m.
The UCLA – NPIH and Nathanson Family Resource Center is pleased to announce that they have partnered with the Western Law Center for Disability Rights to present this educational evening. Patients, families and professionals are welcome to attend this informative event. Speaker will be Barbara Ullman Schwerin, Esq. She is the Director, Cancer Legal Resource Center. This even is FREE but seating is limited. Please call to reserve your seat.