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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 13, 2012 13:00:26 GMT -5
Tennessee Technology Access Program Seeking Nominees for Statewide Advisory Council
Description: Individuals who use assistive technology
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Parents of individuals who use assistive technology
TTAP: Tennessee Technology Access Program, a statewide government program that increases access to information about, and acquisition of, assistive technology for individuals with disabilities
SAC: The Statewide Advisory Council is a requirement of the Technology Access Act and gives consumers and representatives from various stakeholder groups an opportunity to participate in, evaluate the effectiveness of, and provide feedback about all TTAP programs.
Meetings: The SAC meets at least four times each year. TTAP staff provides funding and administrative support to the Council. Members of the Council are not compensated for their service, however, all meeting materials and travel related expenses are funded by TTAP.
For information or an application, please contact:
Vanessa Lacen, Funding Specialist & SAC Liaison
Tennessee Technology Access Program
Citizens Plaza Building, 14th Floor
400 Deaderick Street
Nashville, TN 37248
Phone: (615) 313-5602
Fax: (615) 532-4685
TTY: (615) 313-5695
E-mail: vanessa.d.lacen@state.tn.us
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 13, 2012 13:02:26 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 13, 2012 13:03:26 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 15, 2012 8:39:30 GMT -5
Lunchtime Leaders Webinar Series: Informed - Involved - Change Agents Assistive Technology Breakthroughs for Students with Disabilities - Tuesday, April 17, 2012 Dear Friends of STEP, Sign up today for the next webinar in the FREE Lunchtime Leaders Series: Assistive Technology Breakthroughs for Children with Disabilities. Empower yourself over the lunch hour. TIME: 11:30 - 12:30 Central 12:30 - 1:30 Eastern Presented by Alice Wershing for East Tennessee Technology Access Center •Don't miss this presentation on technology breakthroughs and use of technology with children and youth with disabilities. •Ms. Wershing has years of experience matching technology to the needs of students with disabilities to improve their access to the curriculum.•Technology may be the key to unlocking learning for your child or a student you provide services to.•Frequently Asked Questions will be addressed and there will be a Participant Q & A. Register TODAY!. Reserve your Webinar seat at: www3.gotomeeting.com/register/381532670 Hope you can join us. Visit STEP's website for more events www.tnstep.org |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 15, 2012 8:52:24 GMT -5
Transition Information Made Easy - Transition Institute and Information Fair Schedule Students, family members, teachers and service providers, Register Today for a Transition Institute and Information Fair Only Two Institutes Left this School Year Waynesboro, TN: Wayne County, April 28, 2012 Manchester, TN: Coffee County, May 19, 2012 ***Register for the Wayne County Transtion Event! Saturday, April 28, 2012 Make the drive to Wayne County on Saturday, April 28th and join us for this day packed with information to prepare for life after high school. Make plans to attend this FREE event. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Many statewide and local agencies will have information booths set up throughout the day and be available to answer your questions! An iPad will be given away at the end of the day to a registered student! cts.vresp.com/c/?STEPInc./5a0add4fb7/820b7cd90a/770f3b9411------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Coffee County InstituteSaturday, May 19th City: Manchester County: Coffee Location: Coffee County Central High School Time(s): 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM •Registration is free. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Also, thanks to a generous grant from the First Tennessee Foundation, an iPad will be given away at the end of the day to a student! Don't miss this exciting event! To register for this event, click here: cts.vresp.com/c/?STEPInc./5a0add4fb7/820b7cd90a/23efeee7afWho Should Attend? If you are a student with a disability in middle or high school and you want to know as much as you can to have a successful life after high school; •getting a job you love •going to college •living on your owm • how to speak up for what you want •much more If you are the parent or family member of a middle of high school student with a disability and you want to know as much as you can to help your young adult to be successful and have a full life after high school, register today! If you are a teacher and provide information and services to families and students who are 14 or older, this is the event to attend to fill your toolbox with great ideas on helping your students plan for their future after high school! Agencies that provide services to youth and young adults with disabilities are invited to set up an Information Booth. Full Details at: www.tnstep.org |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 18, 2012 16:04:09 GMT -5
I wanted to remind you that the Fourth Annual Tennessee Adult Brothers and Sisters Conference is coming up THIS FRIDAY! It promises to be a great conference filled with great information and plenty of time to network and visit. We also will have a FABULOUS silent auction this year, so be sure to bring cash or your checkbook! Items that will be include a cabin stay in East TN, a year pass (52 entries to a movie for 2 people) to Carmike Cinema, sports memorobilia from the TN Titans and Nashville Predators, 6 months of Nutro dog food, and many other exciting items! To register, please visit this link: kc.vanderbilt.edu/site/newsandevents/calendar/page.aspx?id=3147If you are receiving this email and have already registered, I will send an email out closer to time with more items that will be in the silent auction, as well as a reminder to let me know if you prefer a vegetarian food option at the conference (you may also tell the person at the registration desk). Please let me know if you have questions! And don't forget - financial assistance is still available! All you have to do is ask! Thanks again and I'm looking forward to seeing you this weekend! |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 18, 2012 16:07:01 GMT -5
It is getting down to the wire. Most of the decisions related to the budget will be made this week. Now more than ever our legislators need to hear from us about the importance of fully funding the DIDD Family Support Program. There is a very limited amount of dollars available to fund a vast number of worthy programs. Let your voice be heard! Even if you have already contacted your legislator, please contact them again and ask them to support the budget amendment to restore full funding to the DIDD Family Support Program. Please remind your legislators that... Nearly 4500 Tennesseans with disabilities received services through the Family Support Program in 2011-2012 The Family Support Program is a cost-effective home and community based program that delays the need for more costly services 85% of Family Support funding goes directly to the individuals served by the program Many individuals served through the Family Support Program are not eligible for other home and community based options If you do not know your legislator, please click here to find that information: www.capitol.tn.gov/legislators/ . If you would like county specific information on the DIDD Family Support Program, please click here to access those documents: www.tnfamilysupport.org/wp/category/state-and-county-service-data/ . |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 19, 2012 16:51:19 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 19, 2012 16:55:05 GMT -5
Why do the Partners in Policymaking Leadership Training?
1) It’s free.
2) You will learn about a wide range of disability-related topics over the course of seven weekend training sessions.
3) It’s free.
4) You will learn about these topics from national and local experts in the disability field.
5) It’s free.
6) Outside of the information sessions you will learn about others’ challenges and successes from your Partners peers – adults with disabilities and family members of persons with disabilities- during breaks, during meals and during other down times throughout the weekend.
7) It’s free.
9) You will join a network of 400 other Partners who have graduated from this course since it began in Tennessee in 1993.
10) Did I mention it’s free?
Let me know if you have any questions. I hope you decide to apply.
Deadline for post-marked applications is April 30th.
Ned Andrew Solomon
Director, Partners in Policymaking
Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities
404 James Robertson Parkway
Suite 130
Nashville, TN 37243-0228
615.532.6556
ned.solomon@tn.gov
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 19, 2012 16:57:06 GMT -5
GWish Summer Institute - July 9-13, 2012 This annual George Washington University summer institute in Washington, DC has helped many clinicians, chaplains, hospital administrators and others to make changes in their healthcare environments and to create more whole-person, compassionate programs that attend to the spiritual needs of both patients and healthcare professionals. Website: www.gwumc.edu/gwish/news/events/summerinstitute/index.cfmEvent Flyer: www.gwumc.edu/gwish/files/pdfs/2012SummerInstituteFlyer.pdf7th Annual Renewal Retreat: Art of Presence in Assisi, Italy - August 16-22, 2012 This retreat is designed to provide respite and renewal, reflection and nourishment for healthcare practitioners. We believe this retreat can provide a much needed immersion in our own spirituality that may seem disconnected from our professional lives, and reflect on ways to integrate our spirituality into our daily professional lives more intentionally. Website: www.gwumc.edu/gwish/news/events/assisi/index.cfmEvent Flyer: www.gwumc.edu/gwish/files/pdfs/AssisiFlyer_2012.pdf Duke University’s Spirituality and Health Research Workshop Workshop date is August 13-17. Each workshop compresses material presented in our 12-mo post-doctoral fellowship into 5 days, and is the only place in the world where specific training on how to conduct research on religion, spirituality & health can be obtained from researchers active in the field for over 25 years. We recommend these courses for researchers early in their careers and for seasoned researchers wishing to shift their work into spirituality & health, as well as undergraduate and graduate students or others considering research in this area. Those more generally interested in spirituality and health will also find this workshop useful. This is the 9th year the workshops are being offered, with over 500 attendees over the years. This workshop has been previously approved for 32.5 continuing medical education credits, and while it currently provides no CME or CEU, many attendees have gotten their certifying bodies to approve the course for CME/CEU based on our syllabus and prior approval. Those wishing to participate in a workshop need to register now to reserve a spot and should e-mail Dr. Harold Koenig at Harold.Koenig@dm.duke.edu. Thank you, Courtney Taylor, M.Div. Associate Director of Communications and Dissemination Coordinator of Disabilities, Religion, and Spirituality Program Vanderbilt Kennedy Center |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 19, 2012 17:01:48 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 20, 2012 15:23:01 GMT -5
RESOURCES: Download a Children’s iPad/iPhone App and Support the Autism Society Merge Mobile, Inc is a proud supporter of the Autism Society. To help support the Autism Society’s efforts to support all affected by autism, Merge Mobile is donating 100 percent of its April earnings generated from the ClickySticky Cars iPad/iPhone app. Read more: support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=w5_KVashOjhZ20gA6ItwLgAnimated Story Shares Message of Autism Acceptance and Understanding In support of National Autism Awareness Month, Klondike Brands has created a “Tater Town Tale” about autism. Based on the Autism Society brochure, Growing Up Together, the story shares a message of friendship and understanding. Click here to watch “A Tater Tale of Understanding.” support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=6ecRmINZibav1QLKKDDJIAParenting Girls on the Autism Spectrum: Overcoming the Challenges and Celebrating the Gifts This book is a celebration of all the wonderful and unexpected gifts that having a daughter on the autism spectrum can bring to a family. Read more: support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Nc1e0AMQ6jmU_MDLD7rOOA |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 20, 2012 15:25:19 GMT -5
"TennCare Plus" Tennessee was one of 15 states awarded a planning grant by the federal government to integrate care for those who have Medicare and are "fully eligible" for all covered Medicaid benefits not covered by the Medicare program. A proposal for this plan has recently been published by the TennCare Bureau, unveiling the new program titled "TennCare Plus." TennCare has put out a call for public comments on this proposal before it is submitted to the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office (MCCO) in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The start date for TennCare PLUS is set as Jan. 1, 2014. During the 2014 Medicare open enrollment period (Oct. 15th through Dec. 7th, 2013), TennCare proposes to enroll all "full benefit dual eligibles" (except those enrolled in a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) into the new TennCare PLUS program. The member would stay with the TennCare health plan that provides their Medicaid benefits. That health plan would become responsible for providing all of their TennCare PLUS benefits. If a member wanted to choose a different TennCare health plan during the open enrollment period, they could. Individuals already enrolled in a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan would be able to opt out of TennCare PLUS and stay with their current plan, meaning they would never change health plans at all. Individuals who do not opt to stay with their current Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan and those not enrolled in Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans would be assigned to TennCare PLUS starting Jan. 1, 2014 for a 6-month trial period. For more information on submitting your comments, the proposal and an overview of the proposal, go here: tndisability.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=088ba7579477f44de53c5eded&id=f1519157ba&e=2876e3927c |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 20, 2012 15:26:03 GMT -5
Visitability "Visitability" is a movement to design single-family homes to offer three specific accessible features that will allow individuals with disabilities to visit. The visitability movement seeks to address this huge segment of available housing by promoting legislation that requires certain accessibility features in new single family homes. Visitable homes help ensure all visitors can enter homes, move about the ground floor, and have access to a bathroom. These features are much cheaper to implement originally than to retrofit later. The three pillars of visitability are: •One zero-step entrance. •Doors with 32 inches of clear passage space. •One bathroom on the main floor you can get into if using a wheelchair. The Equal Rights Center and the D.C. Office of Human Rights have joined together to launch this campaign. Go here for more information, and to take the 2012 Visitability Quiz to learn just how good you are at identifying--What is WRONG with this picture? tndisability.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=088ba7579477f44de53c5eded&id=1f842d96aa&e=2876e3927c |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 20, 2012 15:27:19 GMT -5
Revolutionary Leaders On April 25th, Dr. Steven Taylor of Syracuse University will be talking about the history of the field of intellectual disabilities in an online web seminar as part of the "Revolutionary Leaders" series. His session, "On the Shoulders of Giants: Reflections on Burton Blatt, Gunnar Dybwad and Wolf Wolfensberger," will highlight the groundbreaking changes these men instigated. •Burton Blatt made major contributions to the field of special education, helping to define the right to education for all children and what constituted supportive learning environments. •Gunnar Dybwad was one the founders of the parent movement and the first Executive Director of the National Association of Retarded Children (now the ARC-US). •Wolf Wolfensberger was the proponent of normalization and social role valorization that led to the development of community services that instead of institutionalization. Needless to say, these men are heroes to many. Without their efforts, the U.S. would likely have far fewer services in the community and only hope for a brighter future. There are a limited number of spaces still open. To sign up, go to: 2012revolutionaryleaders.eventbrite.com. The cost is only $18.00. For information on the remaining seminars in this 12 part series, visit: www.tnmicroboards.org. All proceeds from this series go to support the Tennessee Association of Microboards and Cooperatives, Inc., a national leader in creating consumer and family services and supports. You will not need a mike or camera to attend, just a computer with audio. |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 20, 2012 15:28:03 GMT -5
Cabs Get Techie “I’ve had at times felt the fare had to be a whole lot less than what I was being charged,” said Paterson. “But I could never prove it.” Former Gov. David Paterson has long refused to turn over his credit card with the trust that his cab driver would charge him the correct fare and tip, but by the end of May, some 1,250 taxis in New York will be equipped with a technology he can trust. This is a huge relief for New Yorkers and thousands of visitors who have visual impairments or are Blind. A computerized voice will announce the fare throughout the trip, alerting the passenger upon each click of the taxi’s meter. They then follow step-by-step spoken instructions for paying by credit card by using the taxi’s touch screen. Riders can either ask drivers to turn on the program or request a free swipe card from CMT, which would allow them to activate the software themselves. What about the remaining 12,000 some taxi cabs in the fleet that serves this city? Plans are for 6,600 to eventually include this software, so here's hoping you flag the right cab. For more on this story, go here: tndisability.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=088ba7579477f44de53c5eded&id=9a0007b057&e=2876e3927c |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 20, 2012 15:29:17 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 10:31:19 GMT -5
Dear Colleagues, Disability Law & Advocacy Center of Tennessee (DLAC) is seeking community input to establish our areas of work for next year. DLAC is the federally mandated Protection & Advocacy system for Tennessee and provides free advocacy and legal services to protect the rights of Tennesseans with disabilities. Please take 5-10 minutes to complete the survey. This information, along with that collected in focus groups and information gathering sessions, is critical as DLAC develops future areas of work that directly respond to identified needs. We are seeking input from individuals from across the state and ask that you distribute this email to your contacts. If you have a newsletter or website, please consider sharing this link there as well. You can access the survey at: www.surveymonkey.com/s/9HST926. Thank you, Shirley Shea Executive Director Disability Law & Advocacy Center of Tennessee 2416 21st Avenue South, Suite 100 Nashville, TN 37212 (615) 298-1080, ext 118 or (800) 287-9636, ext 118 TTY (615) 298-2471 |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 10:35:42 GMT -5
If you are a student with a disability in middle or high school and you want to know as much as you can to have a successful life after high school; information about getting a job, going to college, living on your own, and how to speak up for yourself – you won’t want to miss this FREE event at Wayne County High School in Waynesboro, TN on Saturday, April 28, 2012. If you are the parent or family member of a middle of high school student with a disability and you want to know as much as you can to help them be successful and have a full life after high school, register today for this Transition Institute and Information Fair in beautiful Waynesboro this Saturday. If you are a teacher and provide information and services to families and students who are 14 or older, this is the event to attend to fill your toolbox with great ideas on helping your students plan for their future after high school! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Many statewide and local agencies will have information booths set up throughout the day and be available to answer you questions. One student will win an iPad generously donated by the First Tennessee Foundation Please register today and bring someone with you! Register today at conta.cc/GFp6co or call 1-800-280-7837 What? Transition Institute and Information Fair Where? Wayne County High, 707 Main Street S, Waynesboro, TN 38485 When? Saturday, April 28, 2012, 8 am – 3 pm Cost? Free!! Breakfast & Lunch will be free, too, if you register in advance! Questions? Call STEP @ 1-800-280-7837 If you are a service provider for youth and young adults with disabilities and would like to set up an information booth at this Transition Institute and Information Fair, please follow this link: conta.cc/GFp6co and register for an exhibitor table. We will provide your lunch and the booth is free unless you are selling a product! Help us get the word to as many families and students in the area as we can. Coming from out of town? Waynesboro is an easy drive down Highway 64 from Memphis and is 10 miles off of the gorgeous Natchez Trace Parkway coming from Nashville. We hope to see you there! Karen S. Harrison Executive Director STEP, Inc. www.tnstep.orgPhone: 423-639-0125 ext. 11 Fax: 423-636-8217 712 Professional Plaza Drive Greeneville, TN 37745 |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 10:38:50 GMT -5
The Council on Developmental Disabilities wanted to let you know about the upcoming public hearings in May for the new state plan for Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Vocational Rehabilitation Services invites the public to give feedback or suggestions on the proposed plan. The Council encourages you to attend these hearings or submit written comments to share your valuable feedback. You can review a copy of the proposed plan at www.tennessee.gov/humanserv/rehab/st_plan.html. Schedule for Public Hearings: May 1 – Johnson City; Johnson City Public Library, 101 West Millard St. at 5 p.m. EDT May 2 – Knoxville; L.T. Ross building, 2247 Western Ave. at 5 p.m. EDT May 7 – Nashville; Goodwill Industries, 937 Herman St. at 5 p.m. CDT May 8 – Jackson; Jackson Center for Independent Living, 1981 Hollywood Drive at 5 p.m. CDT May 9 – Memphis; Memphis Center for Independent Living, 1633 Madison Avenue at 5 p.m. CDT May 16- Chattanooga; State Office Building Auditorium, 550 McCallie Ave. at 5 p.m. EDT Submit written comments to: Division of Rehabilitation Services Attention to: Samuel E. Cole Citizens Plaza State Office Building, 10th Floor 400 Deaderick St. Nashville, TN 37243 For more information, you can contact: (615) 313-5682; TTY (615) 313-5695; Long Distance 1-800-270-1349----Email: Samuel.Cole@tn.gov |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 10:40:28 GMT -5
Join us for a Wilson County Friends of Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee Family Picnic!
Saturday, May 19
11am - 2pm | Shelter #7
Cedars of Lebanon State Park
Meet and fellowship with Wilson County self-advocates, families and friends of those with Down syndrome. Everyone is welcome. Bring your picnic lunch and make new friends. Our shelter is the closest to the playground and bathrooms. We'll play some cornhole and have a few activities for the little ones. We'll make new friends and talk about some of the needs specific to Wilson County.
This event is FREE but please RSVP wilsoncountyfriends@gmail.com.
Questions? Contact Alecia Talbott at aleciatalbott@gmail.com or 615-861-0373.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 10:43:50 GMT -5
It's Not Too Late to Register! May 10-11, 2012 Tennessee's Fifth Annual School-Wide Positive Behavior Support Conference: Improving School Climate through SWPBS It's Not Too Late ...On-Site, Walk-In Registrations will be available at the registration desk in the Plantation Lobby. Or please email us, we will process your registration immediately! The Sheraton Music City Hotel has extended their deadline --Make your reservations no later than Tuesday, April 24, 2012-- and receive state rates. Opening Remarks, Keynote Address: Steve Romano, Technical Assistance Director, Illinois PBIS Network Multiple Session Presentations: School Teams Across Tennessee Closing Remarks: We have surprise guests coming -- We promise that you will enjoy this session--it will be a "Do Not Miss!" Register Now! OR, please visit www.EdProDevelopment.com to download a hard copy of the Conference Registration form For More Information, Please Contact: Claudia Walley EdPro Development, Inc. 865-388-8612 clw@edprodevelopment.com |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 10:44:36 GMT -5
Founding Assistants for L’Arche in Atlanta
Interested in living together with adults with intellectual disabilities, in a community of faith and friendship? Interested in helping make explicit the sacred value of each human being – and helping found a new community of L’Arche in Atlanta? Friends of L’Arche Atlanta (www.friendsoflarcheatlanta.org), a local initiative of the International Federation of L’Arche (www.larche.org), is currently recruiting founding assistants for its first home in Atlanta, where three adults with intellectual disabilities will share life with three assistants. Position begins June 1, 2012. Interested candidates must have the desire to create community with people of all abilities, and to help found a new initiative of L’Arche. College degree required. Modest stipend in addition to room, board and health care. 2-year commitment preferred. Interested candidates should contact Curt Armstrong, Executive Director, Armstrongcurt@gmail.com or 678-446-5790 by April 30, 2012.
We are also hiring a part-time Program Coordinator.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 10:45:23 GMT -5
Recreational Opportunities for People with Disabilities workshop The East Tennessee Technology Access Center’s monthly enrichment series workshop in May will offer an opportunity for people with disabilities and families to explore a wide variety of accessible recreational options in East Tennessee. Al Kaye, a recreational therapist will lead the discussion May 15th from noon to 1:00 p.m. at ETTAC’s Knoxville office, 116 Childress Street. The workshop is free, but registration by Monday, May 14th is required. Please call (865) 219-0130. For directions to ETTAC, visit www.discoveret.org/ettac under the Contact link. |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 11:00:19 GMT -5
Designer Karen Kane makes guest appearance at this year's StyleWorks For 36 years, StyleWorks has been the hottest fashion show in town! This year's show promises a sneak peek at the best the summer season has to offer. The two-day event begins on Wednesday, May 2, with the Preview Party from 5 to 8 p.m. Join us for an evening out with friends, complete with Marketplace shopping, unique giveaways from vendors, cocktails, mini makeovers from Belk and a pop-up shop from designer Karen Kane. The fun continues on Thursday, May 3, at the StyleWorks luncheon and fashion show, featuring professional adult models and graduates from Siskin Early Learning Centers. The models will preview Belk's trendiest clothing and accessories for adults and children. As a special bonus at this year's event, for the first time ever, a single designer will be featured. The styles of Karen Kane, known for their comfort and classy look, will be showcased at the event. The designer will make a special guest appearance after the runway show on Thursday. To learn more about Karen and her style, check out the article that was featured in the Chattanooga Times Free Press. : e2.ma/click/3jnjc/bucci/rao0q |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 11:02:30 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 26, 2012 11:03:57 GMT -5
Use of pre-recorded audio testing on state mandated tests for students with disabilties? The TN Department of Education has been asked to consider offering pre-recorded audio copies of state mandated tests to local education agencies as an alternative to the current practice of a teacher reading the test to a student. STEP is assisting with gathering input for use by the Department of Education on this topic. Your input is valuable. Click the link below for more information and to take a one question survey on use of pre-recorded audio testing. www.surveymonkey.com/s/LVLZZH2Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Karen Harrison Executive Director |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 27, 2012 11:57:06 GMT -5
A Fan – voted Employment Success Story Video Contest! Submit a 1 to 5 minute video of an Employment Success Story featuring a Tennessean with a disability at www.youtube.com/user/TNEmploymentIdol by midnight, May 29, 2012. With the employee’s permission, videos can be created and uploaded by anyone who knows the employee. The video should tell: 1) how they got their job 2) why this job is a great fit for this person, 3) how many hours a week they work 4) how long they have had this job 5) what working adds to their life The video should show the employee with a disability: 1) getting to and from work 2) doing their job 3) talking with co-workers, customers, and/or supervisors about what the employee has added to the workplace Anyone can vote at YouTube www.youtube.com/user/TNEmploymentIdol. Contest screening on Thursday, May 31st at 10:30 am at the TN Disability MegaConference. Online and 'studio' audience votes will be tallied and the top 3 videos will receive prizes. For questions and details, contact Lynnette.Henderson@vanderbilt.edu 615-936-0448. |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 27, 2012 11:59:49 GMT -5
On behalf of Sports 4 All Foundation, I am pleased to announce we will be hosting our first Project HEALTH Instructor Certification Workshop on June 1st and 2nd at the Nashville Airport Marriot, in conjunction with Disability Mega-Conference for your convenience. This two day workshop will prepare attendees to take the HEALTH Instructor written and practical exams at the conclusion of the workshop. Project HEALTH (Helping Every Ability Learn To be Healthy) is a program of Sports 4 All Foundation that provides adaptive fitness and nutrition classes to people with disabilities. We currently serve over 800 people with disabilities in Tennessee, granting them with opportunities to live healthier lifestyles. Through the four years of Project HEALTH’s existence, it has become evident that this program is needed throughout the state of Tennessee and beyond… here is your chance to bring it there! This 2 day workshop will prepare you to lead Project HEALTH classes throughout the community, working as contract-worker of Sports 4 All Foundation. We currently hold four community classes in the Metro area and 2 community classes in Rutherford County. It is our goal that through this certification process, we can hold community classes in East, West, and Middle Tennessee! We need YOUR help to make this happen! Once attendees of the workshop have passed both the written exam and practical exam, they will receive their HEALTH Instructor Certification, allowing them to lead Project HEALTH classes in their county of residence. A certified HEALTH Instructor will also receive the Project HEALTH Curriculum Book, endorsed by Tennessee Obesity Taskforce, which includes inclusive games, activities, and recipes to improve the health of people of all abilities! The workshop will include professional guest speakers, hands-on leadership opportunities, and education on the most important aspects of Project HEALTH: · ADA & Disability Awareness · Exercise Physiology and Related Sciences Safety, Injury Prevention & Emergency Procedures · Group Leadership & Teaching Skills · Human Behavior & Counseling · Sports 4 All Foundation Knowledge · Clinical and Medical Considerations · Nutrition This educational workshop, opportunity for HEALTH Instructor Certification, and Project HEALTH Curriculum Book is only $350! The only prerequisite we require is First Aid/CPR Certification. Proof of your current First/CPR Certification must be shown on the first day of the workshop. Think you have what it takes? To register, please follow this link: s4af.org/cwreg.html Your payment is not necessary until we have received your registration application. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have and pass this along to others you may think would be interested! Wishing you a happy, healthy day, Megan Graf Wellness/Volunteer Coordinator Project HEALTH (Helping Every Ability Learn To be Healthy) Sports 4 All Foundation www.s4af.org615-354-6454 |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Apr 28, 2012 15:18:45 GMT -5
Hello all, The Council on Developmental Disabilities wanted to inform you of another upcoming opportunity to share your input on proposed changes affecting Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. TennCare has developed a proposal for new program called TennCare PLUS. The program’s purpose is to streamline the system that serves a specific group TennCare names “Full Benefit Dual Eligibles,” or FBDEs. FBDEs are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid/TennCare, and receive all covered Medicaid benefits that are not covered by the Medicare program. This group accounts for a disproportionate amount of Medicare and Medicaid spending. Tennessee was one of 15 states awarded a planning grant to develop a proposal to integrate care for this group. Under TennCare PLUS, FBDEs can receive their Medicare services as well as their TennCare services from their TennCare MCOs. The program would offer all the benefits that an FBDE could receive through either Medicare or Medicaid, except that ICF/MR services (Intermediate Care Facility services for individuals with intellectual disabilities) and HCBS waivers (Home and Community-Based Services for individuals with intellectual disabilities) would continue to be offered outside of TennCare PLUS. FBDEs with intellectual disabilities receiving these services would still be enrolled in TennCare PLUS for other physical and behavioral health and pharmacy services. TennCare PLUS would also offer some new benefits that are not covered for adults under TennCare or Medicare, including basic dental, hearing and vision care. The proposed start date for TennCare PLUS is January 1, 2014. You can access these documents at www.tn.gov/tenncare/pol-noticeplus.shtml. TennCare is currently accepting public comments on the proposal – please take this opportunity to share your valuable feedback. Public Hearings: TennCare will host two public hearings to accept comments regarding TennCare PLUS: May 3 -- 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Central Time, Bordeaux Branch of the Nashville Public Library, 4000 Clarksville Pike, Nashville. May 8 -- 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Central Time, Room 16 of Legislative Plaza, 301 6th Ave. N., Nashville. Individuals with disabilities who wish to participate in either hearing and who may require aid to do so should contact Helen Moore by email or by calling (615) 507-6474. Written Comments or Questions: You may also submit comments in writing. Members of the public who wish to submit comments or to ask questions about the hearings or the draft proposal may contact Susie Baird by email or by calling (615) 507-6480. Thank you. Please let me know if you need any further information. Emma Shouse Director of Public Information Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities Parkway Towers, Suite 130 404 James Robertson Pkwy Nashville, TN 37243 ph: 615-253-5368 fax: 615-532-6964 email: emma.shouse@tn.gov web: www.tn.gov/cdd |
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