October Workshops Announced for PA Family Network’s Series on Technology
October starts the PA Family Network’s series on technology. Technology has become a major part of all our lives. For people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, technology can offer opportunities for independence, entertainment, choice, and control. Remote Supports are also now offered, providing more opportunities for services that can increase independence. Join the discussion as we talk about how technology and remote supports and can impact an Everyday Life! These workshops are created by family members and self-advocates FOR family members and self-advocates.
Register for upcoming events here.
October Workshops
LifeCourse Workshops
- Peace of Mind: Thursday, October 5
- Using The LifeCourse to Plan and Problem Solve: Tuesday, October 10
- Community Safety: Tuesday, October 17
- Using The LifeCourse to Plan for the ISP: Wednesday, October 25
- LEAD the Way to Healthy Relationships: Monday, October 30
Waiver Workshops
- Waiver Basics, Part 1: Wednesday, October 11
- Waiver Basics, Part 2: Wednesday, October 18
- Advanced Waiver, Part 1: Monday, October 23
- Advanced Waiver, Part 2: Tuesday, October 24
Community Engagement Workshops (These are offered twice each day and won’t be repeated.)
- Technology and Remote Supports: Starting with the Basics: Thursday, October 12
- Technology: We Befriended It and There’s No Going Back!: Thursday, October 19
- Technology: Ideas for “Independence”: Thursday, October 26
Support Groups
- Caregiver Support Group: Wednesday, October 4
- Caregiver Support Group: Monday, October 16
- Sibling Good Life Group: Monday, October 16
