Family Training Series
The Family Training Series is a collaborative learning series designed and executed by the Clark County Developmental Disabilities Program, Okanogan County, Clark County Parent Coalition (PEACE), Vancouver, Camas, and Evergreen School Districts, ESD 112, and PAVE.
This learning series provides information and resources to families preparing for their students to transition from school to adult life. Each session focuses on a unique area of the transition. Examples of sessions include:
- How to navigate the adult service system
- How to build a whole life following the exit from school
- Understanding your social security benefits and work incentives
- Guardianship and trusts
- Guiding your employment services
The information in the sessions are targeted for families and educators, although other community members who are interested in transition are welcome. In addition to the presentation, attendees have the opportunity to network with the presenters and other community members who have attended each session. This series is delivered in 2 hour sessions, once a month, during the school year from September to April.
Please note as a result of health and safety precautions due to COVID-19, this year the 2022-2023 school year series will continue to be web based.
If you have any questions regarding the training series, please email Emily Harris, [email protected] or call (503) 750-9776
Oct. 25th, 2022 - "Start Now! Preparing for Transition" - "¡Empiece ya! Preparación para la escuela secundaria y lo que sigue"
The format of the evening will be to provide information from local transition programs in different school districts in Clark County followed by a breakout session facilitated by educators representing 3 different age groups so that parents, students and teachers can begin preparing and building on skills right away! Don’t miss this interactive evening and the opportunity to meet other families and students the same age as yours.
Nov. 15th, 2022 - "Adult Life - What Can it Look Like?" - "La vida adulta - ¿Cómo puede ser? Cómo orientarse en el sistema de adultos"
This month we are pleased to feature Darla Helt as our speaker. From local Parent Coalition leader and tireless advocate, Darla has provided an unmeasurable amount of support and assistance to local families in Clark County. Darla continues to be a huge help to the Clark County Transition Series.
Jan. 17th, 2023 - "Navigating the Adult Systems" - "Cómo orientarse en el sistema de adultos"
This session will give families and educators an understanding of the services and resources available in Clark County. Information about Clark County Community Services, the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) as well as Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and the Clark County Parent Coalition will be shared by local presenters.
Feb. 21st, 2023 - "Introduction to Social Security Income (SSI), Benefits Planning Resources" - "Seguridad Social"
Please join us for an event with representatives from two community resources to discuss access to social security income and benefits.They will provide general support and ideas about how to begin and how to navigate and understand SSI and benefit planning resources.
Mar. 21st, 2023 - "Guardianship, the ABLE ACT, and WA’s Endowment Trust Fund" - "Tutelas, fideicomisos, y la perspectiva de padres y familias"
This session is designed to help give families and educators the most current information available about guardianship, trusts and new information about ABLE Acounts. Attend this session to get information about important considerations to make when thinking about and planning for a safe and happy future for the whole family.
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