Autism Transition Handbook - Recent changes [en]

Family Support

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-	== Parent and Professional Training ==	+	== Parent and Professional Training ==

	The Bureau of Autism Services has a dedicated website, [http://bastraining.tiu11.org/ the Bureau of Autism Services Virtual Training Center (BASVTC),] which was developed to enable professionals and families to easily access trainings, documents, and other resources in one convenient location.		The Bureau of Autism Services has a dedicated website, [http://bastraining.tiu11.org/ the Bureau of Autism Services Virtual Training Center (BASVTC),] which was developed to enable professionals and families to easily access trainings, documents, and other resources in one convenient location.
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	The website includes resources links to virtual courses that you can take online or download at your convenience. Some of the resources and trainings included on this site are:		The website includes resources links to virtual courses that you can take online or download at your convenience. Some of the resources and trainings included on this site are:

-	''PA Census Report, General introductory courses on Autism, BAS Outreach Materials, Conference Sessions, Best Practice Guidelines, Adult Autism Waiver Supports Coordination, and Functional Behavioral Assessment.''	+	''PA Census Report, General introductory courses on Autism, BAS Outreach Materials, Conference Sessions, Best Practice Guidelines, Adult Autism Waiver Supports Coordination, and Functional Behavioral Assessment.''

-	An additional online resource is available by visiting http://www.odpconsulting.net/ OPD Consulting. The ODP Consulting System Website is designed to provide information about the supports and services administered by the PA Department of Public Welfare, Office of Developmental Programs (ODP). The mission of ODP is to provide individuals with mental retardation, autism, and their families the services and supports they need and the opportunity to make real choices about living, working and options for social activities to enable them to live in and participate fully in the life of their communities.	+	An additional online resource is available by visiting http://www.odpconsulting.net/ OPD Consulting. The ODP Consulting System Website is designed to provide information about the supports and services administered by the PA Department of Public Welfare, Office of Developmental Programs (ODP). The mission of ODP is to provide individuals with mental retardation, autism, and their families the services and supports they need and the opportunity to make real choices about living, working and options for social activities to enable them to live in and participate fully in the life of their communities.

	This website will connect you with up to date information and training material that can assist you in supporting your family member, friend, neighbor, or someone you support in living his or her Everyday Life. The resources on this site are approved by the Office of Developmental Programs, PA Department of Public Welfare and is maintained by the Office of Developmental Programs Consulting System (OCS).		This website will connect you with up to date information and training material that can assist you in supporting your family member, friend, neighbor, or someone you support in living his or her Everyday Life. The resources on this site are approved by the Office of Developmental Programs, PA Department of Public Welfare and is maintained by the Office of Developmental Programs Consulting System (OCS).
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	A primary recommendation of the Pennsylvania Autism Task Force commissioned in 2004, these regional collaborations were created to enhance the lives of Pennsylvanians with autism of all ages and abilities by improving regional access to quality services and interventions, providing information and support to families, training professionals in best practices and facilitating partnerships among providers of services throughout the Commonwealth.		A primary recommendation of the Pennsylvania Autism Task Force commissioned in 2004, these regional collaborations were created to enhance the lives of Pennsylvanians with autism of all ages and abilities by improving regional access to quality services and interventions, providing information and support to families, training professionals in best practices and facilitating partnerships among providers of services throughout the Commonwealth.

-	The ASERT collaboratives are funded by DPW, Bureau of Autism Services, but operate independently. They are each a collaboration of medical centers, centers of autism research and services, universities and other providers of services involved in	+	The ASERT collaboratives are funded by DPW, Bureau of Autism Services, but operate independently. They are each a collaboration of medical centers, centers of autism research and services, universities and other providers of services involved in the treatment and care of adults and children with an autism spectrum disorder.
-	the treatment and care of adults and children with an autism spectrum disorder.	+

	The mission of the ASERT collaborations is to enhance the lives of Pennsylvanians with autism, of all ages and abilities, by:		The mission of the ASERT collaborations is to enhance the lives of Pennsylvanians with autism, of all ages and abilities, by:
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	*facilitating partnerships among providers of services throughout the Commonwealth.		*facilitating partnerships among providers of services throughout the Commonwealth.

-		+	<br> Currently the ASERT Autism Resource Guide, which can be found on the [http://paautism.org/asert.html ASERT site] has general information on autism, an intervention guide, and a comprehensive list of peer support groups across the state.<br>[[Image:Boy on staff back web.jpg]]
-	Currently the ASERT Autism Resource Guide, which can be found on the [http://paautism.org/asert.html ASERT site] has general information on autism, an intervention guide, and a comprehensive list of peer support groups across the state.<br>[[Image:Boy on staff back web.jpg]]	+

	'''Contact the ASERTs by region:'''		'''Contact the ASERTs by region:'''

-	'''CENTRAL'''	+	'''CENTRAL''' '''Director''' - Shiyoko Cothren, M.H.A. '''Ph:''' 1-877-231-4244
-	'''Director''' - Shiyoko Cothren, M.H.A.	+
-	'''Ph:''' 1-877-231-4244	+

-	'''Website:''' www.AutismCentralPA.org	+	'''Website:''' www.AutismCentralPA.org

-	'''EASTERN'''	+	'''EASTERN''' '''Director''' – Peter Doehring, Ph.D. '''Ph:''' 1-866-506-5841 '''Email:''' aserteast@email.chop.edu
-	'''Director''' – Peter Doehring, Ph.D.	+
-	'''Ph:''' 1-866-506-5841	+
-	'''Email:''' aserteast@email.chop.edu	+

-	'''WESTERN'''	+	'''WESTERN''' '''Director''' - John McGonigle, Ph.D. '''Ph:''' 412-235-5407 '''Email:''' cramerrd@upmc.edu
-	'''Director''' - John McGonigle, Ph.D.	+
-	'''Ph:''' 412-235-5407	+
-	'''Email:''' cramerrd@upmc.edu	+

	== Waiver Funded Services for Families ==		== Waiver Funded Services for Families ==
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	'''Respite - Day Camp''' The temporary support/supervision of individuals in the absence/relief of their regular caregivers. Respite in a day camp setting is not contingent upon an emergency situation. The recommended maximum of four (4) sessions per family per month may be adjusted by County MH/MR Offices based on individual need. <br>'''The family aide''' may be responsible for the care and supervision of family members other than the family member with mental retardation. <br>'''Home rehabilitation'''. This service is the minor renovation to a family's home to enable the continued care and support of the individual with mental retardation in the home.		'''Respite - Day Camp''' The temporary support/supervision of individuals in the absence/relief of their regular caregivers. Respite in a day camp setting is not contingent upon an emergency situation. The recommended maximum of four (4) sessions per family per month may be adjusted by County MH/MR Offices based on individual need. <br>'''The family aide''' may be responsible for the care and supervision of family members other than the family member with mental retardation. <br>'''Home rehabilitation'''. This service is the minor renovation to a family's home to enable the continued care and support of the individual with mental retardation in the home.

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	[[Web Resources#Family_Support.2C_Education_and_Advocacy\|Family Support, Education and Advocacy Resources]]		[[Web Resources#Family_Support.2C_Education_and_Advocacy\|Family Support, Education and Advocacy Resources]]

Armstrong

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-	[http://www.thearcarmstrong.org/~~The~~ Arc of Armstrong County] 124 Armsdale Road, Suite B8 Kittanning, PA 16201-3738 724-545-3426	+	[http://www.thearcarmstrong.org/home.htm Arc of Armstrong County] 124 Armsdale Road, Suite B8 Kittanning, PA 16201-3738 724-545-3426

Medical Assistance PH-95 Loophole Coverage

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	If your child has a disability but your household income is too high to receive family coverage, your child may still be eligible for Medical Assistance. The program is called PH-95 or “loophole” and uses only your child’s income to determine eligibility. If your child is under 18, and has an income of less than $851.00 per month, and has a diagnosis of ASD, he or she may be eligible for Medical Assistance. If your child is eligible, they remain eligible until the end of the month of his/her 18th birthday. You must complete an annual reapplication, and keep the [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/CashAsstEmployment/003670281.htm County Assistance Office] notified of any address change. When your child turns 18, a new application must be filled out and begin the application process. You will have to provide a parental contribution letter at this point, stating that you do not provide financial support to your child. This does not mean that you do not provide your child with food and shelter; it only means that you do not give your child money to use at his discretion. When your child turns 21, again, a new application will need to be filled out. At this point, an applicant’s resources, as well as his income, will be counted toward eligibility. Also, the applicant will need to have his doctor fill out an Employability Assessment Form. This assessment acknowledges that your child has a disability that prevents him from working.		If your child has a disability but your household income is too high to receive family coverage, your child may still be eligible for Medical Assistance. The program is called PH-95 or “loophole” and uses only your child’s income to determine eligibility. If your child is under 18, and has an income of less than $851.00 per month, and has a diagnosis of ASD, he or she may be eligible for Medical Assistance. If your child is eligible, they remain eligible until the end of the month of his/her 18th birthday. You must complete an annual reapplication, and keep the [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/CashAsstEmployment/003670281.htm County Assistance Office] notified of any address change. When your child turns 18, a new application must be filled out and begin the application process. You will have to provide a parental contribution letter at this point, stating that you do not provide financial support to your child. This does not mean that you do not provide your child with food and shelter; it only means that you do not give your child money to use at his discretion. When your child turns 21, again, a new application will need to be filled out. At this point, an applicant’s resources, as well as his income, will be counted toward eligibility. Also, the applicant will need to have his doctor fill out an Employability Assessment Form. This assessment acknowledges that your child has a disability that prevents him from working.

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	'''See Also'''		'''See Also'''

Life Sharing.

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-	'''Lifesharing:''' Lifesharing is living with and sharing life experiences with supportive persons who form a caring household. The mission of lifesharing is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities by matching ~~those who chose their life style~~ with ~~the famility~~ or ~~individual~~ who choose to open their homes and their hearts. Lifesharing can be done with one or two individuals with disabilities in one home. Contact [http://odpsrv.tiu11.org/alfresco/d/d/workspace/SpacesStore/20b37d1c-2720-4e2f-8e64-7f864ee12b58/Lifesharing_Brochure.pdf '''Pennsylvania Lifesharing'''].	+	'''Lifesharing:''' Lifesharing is living with and sharing life experiences with supportive persons who form a caring household. The mission of lifesharing is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities by matching them with families or individuals who choose to open their homes and their hearts and share their lifestyle. Lifesharing can be done with one or two individuals with disabilities in one home. Contact [http://odpsrv.tiu11.org/alfresco/d/d/workspace/SpacesStore/20b37d1c-2720-4e2f-8e64-7f864ee12b58/Lifesharing_Brochure.pdf '''Pennsylvania Lifesharing'''].

	[[Category:lifesharing]]		[[Category:lifesharing]]

Broad Timeline for Middle School and High School

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	Acknowledgement: ''The sections on Finding and Ensuring Success on the Job are reprinted here with the kind permission of the Organization for Autism Research, from their publication, '''Life Journey Through Autism: A Guide for Transition to Adulthood'''.  This excellent resource is available for download at the Organization for Autism Research's website at [http://www.researchautism.org www.researchautism.org]. ''		Acknowledgement: ''The sections on Finding and Ensuring Success on the Job are reprinted here with the kind permission of the Organization for Autism Research, from their publication, '''Life Journey Through Autism: A Guide for Transition to Adulthood'''.  This excellent resource is available for download at the Organization for Autism Research's website at [http://www.researchautism.org www.researchautism.org]. ''

-		+	<br> '''Early in high school or middle school, with support from both you and the transition team, your child with ASD should:'''
-	'''Early in high school or middle school, with support from both you and the transition team, your child with ASD should:'''	+

	*Learn more about the wide variety of careers that exist.		*Learn more about the wide variety of careers that exist.
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	*Reassess interests and capabilities based on real-world experiences and redefinegoals as necessary.		*Reassess interests and capabilities based on real-world experiences and redefinegoals as necessary.
	*Identify gaps in knowledge or skills that need to be addressed.		*Identify gaps in knowledge or skills that need to be addressed.
-	*Contact the DVR or ADD agency and/or the Social Security Administration ~~beforeage~~ 16 to determine eligibility for services or benefits post-graduation.<br>	+	*Contact the DVR or ADD agency and/or the Social Security Administration before age 16 to determine eligibility for services or benefits post-graduation.<br>

	[[Category:deficits]]		[[Category:deficits]]

Applying for Medical Assistance

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	To apply for Medical Assistance, you can go directly to your local [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/CashAsstEmployment/003670281.htm County Assistance Office] and apply in person. This is the best way because a caseworker reviews your application, and discusses your situation and helps decide what options are best for you. You can also apply online at [https://www.humanservices.state.pa.us/compass/CMHOM.aspx www.compass.state.pa.us.] The [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/CashAsstEmployment/003670281.htm County Assistance Office] will review your application and a caseworker will contact you through the mail or telephone to discuss your application. You may also choose to mail your [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/Resources/Documents/Pdf/FillInForms/PA600.pdf application] into the local [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/CashAsstEmployment/003670281.htm County Assistance Office]. Contact the office if you cannot download a copy of the application, and ask them to mail you an application, then complete it and return it to them. This is a lengthier approach. Highlight on the application that it is for a disabled child to expedite the process.		To apply for Medical Assistance, you can go directly to your local [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/CashAsstEmployment/003670281.htm County Assistance Office] and apply in person. This is the best way because a caseworker reviews your application, and discusses your situation and helps decide what options are best for you. You can also apply online at [https://www.humanservices.state.pa.us/compass/CMHOM.aspx www.compass.state.pa.us.] The [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/CashAsstEmployment/003670281.htm County Assistance Office] will review your application and a caseworker will contact you through the mail or telephone to discuss your application. You may also choose to mail your [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/Resources/Documents/Pdf/FillInForms/PA600.pdf application] into the local [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/CashAsstEmployment/003670281.htm County Assistance Office]. Contact the office if you cannot download a copy of the application, and ask them to mail you an application, then complete it and return it to them. This is a lengthier approach. Highlight on the application that it is for a disabled child to expedite the process.

-		+	<br> See Also:
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	The Pennsylvania Department of Welfare's step by step guide entitled [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/servicesprograms/autism/autismrsrc/003676289.htm '''How to Apply for Medical Assistance for Your Child with Autism'''].		The Pennsylvania Department of Welfare's step by step guide entitled [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/servicesprograms/autism/autismrsrc/003676289.htm '''How to Apply for Medical Assistance for Your Child with Autism'''].

	[[Category:caseworker]]		[[Category:caseworker]]

Calendars:Events Calendar/Events Calendar/10-17-2010 -Event 1

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Calendars:Events Calendar/Events Calendar/9-15-2010 -Event 1

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-	~~<br>~~'''~~Employability Summit~~ '''<br><br>Event Type                 Summit/ Panel <br>Event Location           DCIU 200 Yale Ave<br>                                   Room 171/172<br>                                   Morton, PA 19070<br>Event Date              9/15/2010<br>Event Time             5:00PM-7:00PM<br><br>Description: This event is presented by the Arc of Delaware County in partnership with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit OPTIONS program (DCIU) <br> <br>5:00-6:00 PM: Panel Discussion- Come hear about other employers’ experiences when hiring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and learn about the benefits! <br> <br>6:00-7:00 PM: Vendor Tables- For no charge, set-up a table displaying your business and connect with people from the local community including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Share with them what you look for when hiring someone. <br>The cost to participate is free! Refreshments provided.  <br> <br>Please sign-up by emailing Erica from the Arc at ebagwell@thearcofdelco.org or call her at 610-544-6600 by Sept. 10th!	+	'''DCIU PRESENTS: '''<br>Employability Summit <br>
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		+	<br>Event Type                 Summit/ Panel <br>Event Location           DCIU 200 Yale Ave<br>                                   Room 171/172<br>                                   Morton, PA 19070<br>Event Date                 9/15/2010<br>Event Time                5:00PM-7:00PM<br><br>Description: This event is presented by the Arc of Delaware County in partnership with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit OPTIONS program (DCIU) <br> <br>5:00-6:00 PM: Panel Discussion- Come hear about other employers’ experiences when hiring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and learn about the benefits! <br> <br>6:00-7:00 PM: Vendor Tables- For no charge, set-up a table displaying your business and connect with people from the local community including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Share with them what you look for when hiring someone. <br>The cost to participate is free! Refreshments provided.  <br> <br>Please sign-up by emailing Erica from the Arc at ebagwell@thearcofdelco.org or call her at 610-544-6600 by Sept. 10th!

	[http://www.thearcofdelco.org/4_events.html For additional Information Click Here ]<br>		[http://www.thearcofdelco.org/4_events.html For additional Information Click Here ]<br>

Calendars:Events Calendar/Events Calendar/9-13-2010 -Event 1

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-	THE ARC OF INDIANA PRESENTS: ~~Monthly Parent Transition Group   <br>~~<br>	+	'''THE ARC OF INDIANA PRESENTS:'''<br> Monthly Transition Meeting

-	~~Audience:     Parents, students, community members ~~ <br>~~Location:      The Arc of Indiana County~~ <br>                     120 North 5th St<br>                     Indiana PA, 15701	+	<br><br>

-	Time:             10:00AM-12:00PM <br><br>Description: The Parent Transition Group (PTG) is a meeting of parents, students, agencies, businesses, educators, and legislators.  The Group currently meets on the first Monday of each month during the school year. Information and support is provided to assist parents of students with disabilities who are making the transition from high school to postsecondary education, employment, and community living.  <br>[http://www.arcindiana.org/schedule.htm <br>]	+	<br> Audience:     Parents, students, community members  <br>Location:      The Arc of Indiana County <br>                     120 North 5th St<br>                     Indiana PA, 15701 Time:             10:00AM-12:00PM <br><br>Description: The Parent Transition Group (PTG) is a meeting of parents, students, agencies, businesses, educators, and legislators.  The Group currently meets on the first Monday of each month during the school year. Information and support is provided to assist parents of students with disabilities who are making the transition from high school to postsecondary education, employment, and community living.  <br>[http://www.arcindiana.org/schedule.htm <br>] [http://www.arcindiana.org/schedule.htm For More information click here]
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Calendars:Events Calendar/Events Calendar/10-17-2010 -Event 1

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Calendars:Events Calendar/Events Calendar/10-17-2010 -Event 1

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-	'''~~The Arc of Delaware County Fall Festival Dance~~ '''<br><br>Event Type            Social Event/Dance	+	'''THE ARC OF DELAWARE COUNTY PRESETNS ITS FALL FESTIVAL '''<br><br>
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	<br>Event Location     The Drexelbrook Banquet Facility<br>                               Drexelbrook Rd and Valley Road <br>                               Drexel Hill, PA 19026 <br>Event Date            10/17/2010<br>Event Time           12:30PM-3:30PM<br>		<br>Event Location     The Drexelbrook Banquet Facility<br>                               Drexelbrook Rd and Valley Road <br>                               Drexel Hill, PA 19026 <br>Event Date            10/17/2010<br>Event Time           12:30PM-3:30PM<br>

Calendars:Events Calendar/Events Calendar/10-12-2010 -Event 1

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	'''THE PARTNERSHIP PRESENTS:''' <span class="emph">Planning for Life After High School </span><br><br>		'''THE PARTNERSHIP PRESENTS:''' <span class="emph">Planning for Life After High School </span><br><br>

-	<span class="emph">Audience:  </span><span class="size80">Families</span><br><span class="emph">Location:</span><span class="size80">   Lebanon Co., Salem Lutheran Church, New Fellowship Hall,</span>	+	<span class="emph">Audience:  </span><span class="size80">Families</span><br><span class="emph">Location:</span><span class="size80">   Lebanon Co., Salem Lutheran Church, New Fellowship Hall,</span>

-	<span class="size80">                  8th and Willow St,</span>	+	<span class="size80">                  8th and Willow St,</span>

	<span class="size80">                  Lebanon, PA 17042</span><br><span class="emph">Time:</span><span class="size80">        6:309PM</span><br>		<span class="size80">                  Lebanon, PA 17042</span><br><span class="emph">Time:</span><span class="size80">        6:309PM</span><br>
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	<span class="emph">Contact:</span><span class="size80"> Gia Royer 717-273-6216 [mailto:con_nect2004@yahoo.com con_nect2004@yahoo.com]</span>		<span class="emph">Contact:</span><span class="size80"> Gia Royer 717-273-6216 [mailto:con_nect2004@yahoo.com con_nect2004@yahoo.com]</span>

-	~~'''~~Description: ~~'''~~This training explains how important it is to begin planning early for your transition from school to adulthood. We tell you why you must be responsible for what happens to you when you leave high school. We encourage you to have a vision of what you want your life to be. We outline how to build a support team that will help you make that vision become real. A support team will help you think about living, working and socializing as an adult. You will see how you must take responsibility for your vision to become a reality and how helpful it is to have support.	+	Description:This training explains how important it is to begin planning early for your transition from school to adulthood. We tell you why you must be responsible for what happens to you when you leave high school. We encourage you to have a vision of what you want your life to be. We outline how to build a support team that will help you make that vision become real. A support team will help you think about living, working and socializing as an adult. You will see how you must take responsibility for your vision to become a reality and how helpful it is to have support.

	[http://www.temple.edu/thetrainingpartnership/calendar/resultPlus.asp?mode=detail&day=1012&month=2010_10&m=October&y=2010 <br>]		[http://www.temple.edu/thetrainingpartnership/calendar/resultPlus.asp?mode=detail&day=1012&month=2010_10&m=October&y=2010 <br>]

	[http://www.temple.edu/thetrainingpartnership/calendar/resultPlus.asp?mode=detail&day=1012&month=2010_10&m=October&y=2010 For Additional Event Information Click Here ]		[http://www.temple.edu/thetrainingpartnership/calendar/resultPlus.asp?mode=detail&day=1012&month=2010_10&m=October&y=2010 For Additional Event Information Click Here ]

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-	'''~~2010~~ Fall Autism Conference ~~Through IU 1~~ '''<br><br>Event Type           Conference <br>Credit Offered       Act 48, CEU<br>Event Location      Holiday Inn Meadowlands<br>                               340 Race Track Rd.<br>                               Washington, PA 15301<br>Event Date           10/15/2010<br>Event Time           8:00AM-3:30PM<br><br>Description: This conference will provide an overview of a social skill instructional model developed by Dr. Bellini, assistant director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) and an Assistant Professor of School Psychology at Indiana University, Bloomington. The workshop integrates research on social-emotional functioning with effective strategies for teaching social skills to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)<br>[http://www.iu1.k12.pa.us/headlines/fallautism10.shtml <br>]	+	'''IU 1 PRESENTS: Fall Autism Conference  '''<br><br>
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		+	Event Type           Conference <br>Credit Offered       Act 48, CEU<br>Event Location      Holiday Inn Meadowlands<br>                               340 Race Track Rd.<br>                               Washington, PA 15301<br>Event Date           10/15/2010<br>Event Time           8:00AM-3:30PM<br><br>Description: This conference will provide an overview of a social skill instructional model developed by Dr. Bellini, assistant director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) and an Assistant Professor of School Psychology at Indiana University, Bloomington. The workshop integrates research on social-emotional functioning with effective strategies for teaching social skills to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)<br>[http://www.iu1.k12.pa.us/headlines/fallautism10.shtml <br>]

	[http://www.iu1.k12.pa.us/headlines/fallautism10.shtml For additional information and registration click Here ]		[http://www.iu1.k12.pa.us/headlines/fallautism10.shtml For additional information and registration click Here ]

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		+	<span class="emph">Contact:</span><span class="size80"> Gia Royer 717-273-6216 [mailto:con_nect2004@yahoo.com con_nect2004@yahoo.com]</span>

	'''Description: '''This training explains how important it is to begin planning early for your transition from school to adulthood. We tell you why you must be responsible for what happens to you when you leave high school. We encourage you to have a vision of what you want your life to be. We outline how to build a support team that will help you make that vision become real. A support team will help you think about living, working and socializing as an adult. You will see how you must take responsibility for your vision to become a reality and how helpful it is to have support.		'''Description: '''This training explains how important it is to begin planning early for your transition from school to adulthood. We tell you why you must be responsible for what happens to you when you leave high school. We encourage you to have a vision of what you want your life to be. We outline how to build a support team that will help you make that vision become real. A support team will help you think about living, working and socializing as an adult. You will see how you must take responsibility for your vision to become a reality and how helpful it is to have support.

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-	'''~~<br>~~2010 Fall Autism Conference Through IU 1 '''<br><br>Event Type           Conference <br>Credit Offered       Act 48, CEU<br>Event Location      Holiday Inn Meadowlands<br>                               340 Race Track Rd.<br>                               Washington, PA 15301<br>Event Date           10/15/2010<br>Event Time           8:00AM-3:30PM<br><br>Description: This conference will provide an overview of a social skill instructional model developed by Dr. Bellini, assistant director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) and an Assistant Professor of School Psychology at Indiana University, Bloomington. The workshop integrates research on social-emotional functioning with effective strategies for teaching social skills to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)<br>[http://www.iu1.k12.pa.us/headlines/fallautism10.shtml <br>]	+	'''2010 Fall Autism Conference Through IU 1 '''<br><br>Event Type           Conference <br>Credit Offered       Act 48, CEU<br>Event Location      Holiday Inn Meadowlands<br>                               340 Race Track Rd.<br>                               Washington, PA 15301<br>Event Date           10/15/2010<br>Event Time           8:00AM-3:30PM<br><br>Description: This conference will provide an overview of a social skill instructional model developed by Dr. Bellini, assistant director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) and an Assistant Professor of School Psychology at Indiana University, Bloomington. The workshop integrates research on social-emotional functioning with effective strategies for teaching social skills to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD)<br>[http://www.iu1.k12.pa.us/headlines/fallautism10.shtml <br>]

	[http://www.iu1.k12.pa.us/headlines/fallautism10.shtml For additional information and registration click Here ]		[http://www.iu1.k12.pa.us/headlines/fallautism10.shtml For additional information and registration click Here ]

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Kchrislo — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:02:50 GMT

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Autism and the Transition to Adulthood: Pressing Issues, Promising Solutions  

Event Type                    Conference Event Location              CCIU                                      
455 Boot Rd.                                       Downingtown, PA 19335 Event Date                   10/15/2010 Description: Keynote Speaker:  Dr. Paul Wehman, from VCU, will discuss issues related to autism and employment. Dr. Wehman is a Professor of Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation and Chairman of Rehabilitation Research with a joint appointment in the Departments of Special Education and Disability Policy and Rehabilitation Counseling at VCU.  He has written, co-authored, or edited 40 commercially published books and written over 200 journal articles, mostly in the transition and employment areas. He is on several editorial boards and has been Editor of the Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation for 17 years. Dr. Wehman is the parent of two children with disabilities.

 

There will also be breakout sessions on the following topics:

Social skills in adolescents and adults

Housing options

Financial planning

Best practices in transition services

Quality of Life considerations

Healthy lifestyles and feeding

Positive Behavior Support

Planning community-based instruction

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Information related to costs and how to register for the conference will be updated in the very near future.

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	'''Description: '''This training explains how important it is to begin planning early for your transition from school to adulthood. We tell you why you must be responsible for what happens to you when you leave high school. We encourage you to have a vision of what you want your life to be. We outline how to build a support team that will help you make that vision become real. A support team will help you think about living, working and socializing as an adult. You will see how you must take responsibility for your vision to become a reality and how helpful it is to have support.		'''Description: '''This training explains how important it is to begin planning early for your transition from school to adulthood. We tell you why you must be responsible for what happens to you when you leave high school. We encourage you to have a vision of what you want your life to be. We outline how to build a support team that will help you make that vision become real. A support team will help you think about living, working and socializing as an adult. You will see how you must take responsibility for your vision to become a reality and how helpful it is to have support.

Calendars:Events Calendar/Events Calendar/9-15-2010 -Event 1

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-	<br>'''Employability Summit '''<br><br>Event Type               Summit/ Panel <br>Event Location         DCIU 200 Yale Ave<br>~~ ~~                                   Room 171/172<br>                                   Morton, PA 19070<br>Event Date              9/15/2010<br>Event Time             5:00PM-7:00PM<br><br>Description: This event is presented by the Arc of Delaware County in partnership with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit OPTIONS program (DCIU) <br> <br>5:00-6:00 PM: Panel Discussion- Come hear about other employers’ experiences when hiring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and learn about the benefits! <br> <br>6:00-7:00 PM: Vendor Tables- For no charge, set-up a table displaying your business and connect with people from the local community including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Share with them what you look for when hiring someone. <br>The cost to participate is free! Refreshments provided.  <br> <br>Please sign-up by emailing Erica from the Arc at ebagwell@thearcofdelco.org or call her at 610-544-6600 by Sept. 10th!	+	<br>'''Employability Summit '''<br><br>Event Type                 Summit/ Panel <br>Event Location           DCIU 200 Yale Ave<br>                                   Room 171/172<br>                                   Morton, PA 19070<br>Event Date              9/15/2010<br>Event Time             5:00PM-7:00PM<br><br>Description: This event is presented by the Arc of Delaware County in partnership with the Delaware County Intermediate Unit OPTIONS program (DCIU) <br> <br>5:00-6:00 PM: Panel Discussion- Come hear about other employers’ experiences when hiring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and learn about the benefits! <br> <br>6:00-7:00 PM: Vendor Tables- For no charge, set-up a table displaying your business and connect with people from the local community including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Share with them what you look for when hiring someone. <br>The cost to participate is free! Refreshments provided.  <br> <br>Please sign-up by emailing Erica from the Arc at ebagwell@thearcofdelco.org or call her at 610-544-6600 by Sept. 10th!

	[http://www.thearcofdelco.org/4_events.html For additional Information Click Here ]<br>		[http://www.thearcofdelco.org/4_events.html For additional Information Click Here ]<br>

Transition Planning during the School Years

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	== Transition Planning in the IEP ==		== Transition Planning in the IEP ==
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	*The [[Transition Services\|transition services]] (including academic instruction, community based instruction, career education, vo-tech education, and community experience) needed to assist the child in reaching those goals;		*The [[Transition Services\|transition services]] (including academic instruction, community based instruction, career education, vo-tech education, and community experience) needed to assist the child in reaching those goals;
-	*Beginning not later than one year before the child reaches the age of majority under State law, a statement that the child has been informed of the child’s rights under Part B, if any, that will transfer to the child on reaching the age of majority under ~~§300~~.520 [see 20 U.S.C. 1415(m)].[34 CFR 300.320(b) and (c)] [20 U.S.C. 1414 (d)(1)(A)(i)(VIII)]	+	*Beginning not later than one year before the child reaches the age of majority under State law, a statement that the child has been informed of the child’s rights under Part B, if any, that will transfer to the child on reaching the age of majority under 300.520 [see 20 U.S.C. 1415(m)].[34 CFR 300.320(b) and (c)] [20 U.S.C. 1414 (d)(1)(A)(i)(VIII)]

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	=== Who Should Attend Transition Planning Meetings? ===		=== Who Should Attend Transition Planning Meetings? ===

-	IDEA 2004 requires that the student be invited to the IEP meeting if the purpose of the meeting is the consideration of postsecondary goals. This gives the student the opportunity to make known his or her preferences in the transition plan. The parents and school personnel and other agency representatives who will be participating in the transition planning process should also attend transition IEP meetings. Any agency who may be providing transition services should be invited to attend. Those could include a rehabilitation counselor, county social worker, employment agency staff, independent living center staff, a person knowledgeable about financial benefits (SSI) or Medical Assistance, and personal care or health care providers. Families may also invite an advocate to help interpret information from the meeting. The school district's [[Transition coordinator]] may also attend. <ref>IEP & Transition Planning: National Center of Secondary Education and Transition. [online] Retrieved 5/4/08, from [http://Www.ncset.org/topics/ieptransition/faqs.asp?topic=28 www.ncset.org].</ref>	+	IDEA 2004 requires that the student be invited to the IEP meeting if the purpose of the meeting is the consideration of postsecondary goals. This gives the student the opportunity to make known his or her preferences in the transition plan. The parents and school personnel and other agency representatives who will be participating in the transition planning process should also attend transition IEP meetings. Any agency who may be providing transition services should be invited to attend. Those could include a rehabilitation counselor, county social worker, employment agency staff, independent living center staff, a person knowledgeable about financial benefits (SSI) or Medical Assistance, and personal care or health care providers. Families may also invite an advocate to help interpret information from the meeting. The school district's [[Transition coordinator]] may also attend. <ref>IEP & Transition Planning: National Center of Secondary Education and Transition. [online] Retrieved 5/4/08, from [http://Www.ncset.org/topics/ieptransition/faqs.asp?topic=28 www.ncset.org].</ref>
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Pennsylvania Support Services

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-	In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the [http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/bureau_of_special_education/7340 Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education] oversees all special education and IEP management. The [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us Department of Public Welfare (DPW)]  manages Income Maintenance (e.g., [[Other Financial Resources#LIHEAP\|LIHEAP]]); [[Health Care#Medical_Assistance\|Medical Assistance]] Programs; Long Term Living; Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (BHRS ([[Health Care#Medical_Assistance\|Wrap Around]]) services) and Developmental Programs (e.g., Autism Support Services, etc.). The U.S. Social Security Administration oversees [[Applying for Social Security and Medicaid#Supplemental_Security_Income\|SSI]] but the eligibility ~~decision is~~ made by the [http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/disability_services/10355 Pennsylvania Bureau of Disability Determination within its Department of Labor and Industry. ]	+	In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the [http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/bureau_of_special_education/7340 Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education] oversees all special education and IEP management. The [http://www.dpw.state.pa.us Department of Public Welfare (DPW)]  manages Income Maintenance (e.g., [[Other Financial Resources#LIHEAP\|LIHEAP]]); [[Health Care#Medical_Assistance\|Medical Assistance]] Programs; Long Term Living; Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (BHRS ([[Health Care#Medical_Assistance\|Wrap Around]]) services) and Developmental Programs (e.g., Autism Support Services, etc.). The U.S. Social Security Administration oversees [[Applying for Social Security and Medicaid#Supplemental_Security_Income\|SSI]] but the eligibility decisions are made by the [http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/disability_services/10355 Pennsylvania Bureau of Disability Determination within its Department of Labor and Industry. ]

	=== Home and Community Based Services (aka "Waivers") ===		=== Home and Community Based Services (aka "Waivers") ===

Recreation

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-	While the vast majority of recreational programs across the state for individuals with autism are designed for children and youth, there are some that offer programs through adulthood. These include drama, music, equestrian services, rock climbing and karate. See the [[Web Resources#Recreation\|list]] of recreation providers for more information.	+	While the vast majority of recreational programs across the state for individuals with autism are designed for children and youth, there are some that offer programs through adulthood. These include drama, music, equestrian services, rock climbing and karate. Some  Arcs in PA provide recreational activities/clubs, for adults or can provide information for starting up groups specificaly for adults.  See the [[Web Resources#Recreation\|list]] of recreation providers for more information.

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	State funded recreational and social activities are limited in Pennsylvania for adults with Autism. If the adult has a dual diagnosis-intellectual disabilities with ASD, there are some community habilitation opportunities (not recreational) that may be funded by ODP waivers (riding, art, drama, music therapy). ODP is very clear that they will not fund any "recreational" or "therapeutic" activities. They will in some cases provide funding for therapeutic activities if there is a prescription from a physician and if ODP has a denial letter from the adult's Insurance Provider. <br><br>These ID/DD activities are available for the public to review at:  HCSIS Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) [https://www.hcsis.state.pa.us/hcsis-ssd/pgm/asp/PRSSD.ASP https://www.hcsis.state.pa.us/hcsis-ssd/pgm/asp/PRSSD.ASP]		State funded recreational and social activities are limited in Pennsylvania for adults with Autism. If the adult has a dual diagnosis-intellectual disabilities with ASD, there are some community habilitation opportunities (not recreational) that may be funded by ODP waivers (riding, art, drama, music therapy). ODP is very clear that they will not fund any "recreational" or "therapeutic" activities. They will in some cases provide funding for therapeutic activities if there is a prescription from a physician and if ODP has a denial letter from the adult's Insurance Provider. <br><br>These ID/DD activities are available for the public to review at:  HCSIS Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) [https://www.hcsis.state.pa.us/hcsis-ssd/pgm/asp/PRSSD.ASP https://www.hcsis.state.pa.us/hcsis-ssd/pgm/asp/PRSSD.ASP]

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Pennsylvania Support Services

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-	<br> The Adult Autism Waiver is a traditional HCBS waiver designed to provide long-term services and supports for community living, tailored to the specific needs of adults with ASD, and is offered throughout the state. The Adult Autism Waiver does not include physician services. On the other hand, ACAP is not a waiver and is offered in only 4 counties in the state of PA. It is a managed care program that includes some innovative approaches to service provision. It provides physician, behavioral, and community services through an integrated approach to create a coordinated system of supports. Both programs use providers who are trained and sensitive to the needs of persons with ASD.	+	<br>

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		+	Mental Retardation and Autism Services: Understanding the Office of Developmental Programs in PA (2010). Vision for Equality.

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	[[Category:consolidated]]		[[Category:consolidated]]
-	[[Category:~~coordinated~~]]	+	[[Category:coordinator]]
	[[Category:dallas]]		[[Category:dallas]]
	[[Category:Department of Public Welfare]]		[[Category:Department of Public Welfare]]
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	[[Category:disorder]]		[[Category:disorder]]
	[[Category:documentation]]		[[Category:documentation]]
		+	[[Category:DPW]]
	[[Category:financial]]		[[Category:financial]]
	[[Category:funding]]		[[Category:funding]]
	[[Category:habilitation]]		[[Category:habilitation]]
-	~~[[Category:HCBS]]~~
	[[Category:IEP]]		[[Category:IEP]]
	[[Category:independence]]		[[Category:independence]]