Gigi's Playhouse changes lives through consistent delivery of free educational, therapeutic-based and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community, through a replicable playhouse model. Programs include gross and fine motor skills, developmental, fitness, and speech & language; free one-on-one tutoring in literacy and math, and adult programs. Gigi's Playhouse has locations across the US, and has a Southfield location.
with Dohn Hoyle, The Arc Michigan
TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2019
10:00AM – 1:00PM
Sign-in opens at 9:30AM
Snacks will be provided.
FARMINGTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
AUDITORIUM – MAIN BRANCH
32737 West 12 Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
This workshop is for families whose child has a developmental disability, as well as service providers working with students and their families. This workshop covers: guardianship from a historical perspective, strangers as guardians and alternatives.
* How can I advocate for my adult child?
* What are alternatives to guardianship?
* What is power of attorney?
* How can medical and financial decisions be handled?
* How can we best support students as they transition to adulthood?
RSVP with Stephanie Nicholls by April 9, 2019
248-667-8567 or stephanie.n@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
Or online at www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/rsvp
If it is after the deadline and you haven’t registered, please call or email to check the status of the event.
If you require accommodations or materials in an alternative format, please let us know one week before the workshop
PDF of Event: https://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Rethinking-2019-04-16-Farmington.pdf
Let’s Talk Transition
Join us for a day-long workshop to learn about making the transition to adulthood.
THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2019
9:00AM – 2:30PM
Sign-in opens at 8:30AM
Lunch provided.
BEAUMONT HOSPITAL
Moceri Learning Center
Maibach Classrooms A & B
44201 Dequindre Road, Troy 48085
Park in northwest lot adjacent to the Moceri Learning Center entrance
Morning session with Sandee Koski from Michigan Alliance for Families
We will provide you with information, resources and tools to start planning for the future. Learn how high school classes and the school environment can help develop important skills and build pre-employment knowledge.
Afternoon session with Lisa Cook Gordon, Michigan Family Voices and & Terra Depew, CSHCS Transition Consultant
This workshop will give an overview of Medical Transition, including * Planning and identifying future goals * Objectives and concerns for the future * Barriers to Medical Transition Participants will be provided with medical transition health care skills checklists, coverage options, planning tools and resources
RSVP with Stephanie Nicholls by March 21, 2019
(248) 667-8567 or stephanie.n@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
Or online at www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/rsvp
If it is after the deadline and you haven’t registered, please call or email to check the status of the event.
If you require accommodations or materials in an alternative format, please let us know one week before the workshop.
Organization providing programs for new and expectant parents, recreation programs, social programs, and employment programs for residents of Southeast Michigan. The website also provides resource information (including a medical directory and education).
Categorized:Advocacy,
Advocacy & Support,
Community Resources,
Employment,
Medical Information,
Medical Service,
Medical Services & Testing,
Recreation,
Support Group,
Transition,
Transition to Adulthood
The Children's Serious Emotional Disturbances Waiver (SEDW) provides services that are enhancements or additions to Medicaid State Plan coverage for children through age 20 with SED. The SEDW is a fee-for-service program administered by the Community Mental Health Services Programs (CMHSP) in some Michigan counties. All eligibility requirements and coverage areas are listed on the site.
Counties:Allegan,
Arenac,
Bay,
Berrien,
Calhoun,
Cass,
Clare,
Clinton,
Eaton,
Genesee,
Gladwin,
Grand Traverse,
Gratiot,
Hillsdale,
Ingham,
Isabella,
Jackson,
Kalamazoo,
Kent,
Leelanau,
Livingston,
Macomb,
Marquette,
Mecosta,
Midland,
Muskegon,
Newaygo,
Oakland,
Oceana,
Osceola,
Roscommon,
Saginaw,
St. Clair,
Van Buren,
Washtenaw,
Wayne,
Wexford
Canoeing for all children in the following parks: Proud Lake State Recreation Area (main location) • Island Lake State Recreation Area • Kensington Metropark- Farm Center • Newburgh Lake- Hines Drive, Livonia.
The Miracle League is a charitable organization that provides children with disabilities an opportunity to play baseball as a team member in an organized league.
Camp FAR Out is a two-week inclusion creative arts camp for children ages 3-16. All groups, along with their counselors, rotate among fun-filled therapeutic activity sessions including music, art, recreation and movement. To cap off all our wonderful activities, we will have a public performance on the last day for friends and family to enjoy.
Located on 50 acres offering year round, therapeutic riding. Also offers Smiles on Saddles day camp. Clarkston, MI
Clarkston Special Camp (SCAMP) is a five week summer day camp for children and young adults with special needs. SCAMP provides recreational and social opportunities under the supervision of highly trained staff. Financial aid is available in limited amounts for eligible families
