Today, we are discussing how to have a smooth transition back to school for kiddos with special needs. We cover practical strategies for working with your child's new teacher or team and how to stay involved throughout the year. Please feel free to share your questions in the Q&A below!

For more information, see resources below:

https://www.understood.org/

https://www.peakparent.org/

https://www.foothillsgateway.org/

https://www.thearcoflarimercounty.org/

https://thinkchange.training/

Join me for a brief overview of special education evaluations, starting with requesting evaluations to determining eligibility for special education services.

In the third and final episode of our transition series, we have a few special guests! Meet Seth, an individual with IDD that lives in his very own joyhouse! He is living independently and creates art for an amazing store in Estes Park, The Joyhouse: Gifts with Purpose. We will also chat with Seth's parents as they discuss his transition to independence!

Today's episode is our second episode in our transition series. We have members of the transition team from both Poudre School District and Thompson School District on to discuss what you need to know to help prepare your child for this age and what to expect in a transition meeting at the school. They also highlight some services that the school provides for transition age students! BONUS: Learn about our upcoming Film Festival!

Transition Coordinator, TSD, Jason Hanford: [email protected]

Transition Coach, PSD, Emilie Ring: [email protected]

Today, we are starting our three-part Transition Services podcast series! This series will help families and individuals start to prepare for the transition into adulthood and develop the skills they need to be more independent adults. Come learn about how Foothills Gateway and DVR can help teens and young adults develop independent living skills, support employment goals and so much more!

Department of Vocational Rehabilitation:

Welcome back! Today we are going to go over some of the most inclusive theme parks, attractions and destinations as well as tips for planning your trip with a kiddo with IDD. We will also cover some amazing organizations that adults with IDD can use to plan trips and travel the world! Off we go!

Today, we are learning all about executive function and how these skills are critical to everyday life! Find out what these skills are, how they develop, and what to do if you recognize deficits. If you want to learn how both kids and adults can be supported in learning these valuable life skills, then this episode is for you! Also learn about upcoming trainings at The Arc and important Medicaid renewal info. 

Today, we welcome Amber Lopez from Envoi Associates (formerly Superior Caregivers) to talk about some of the services they offer! We will dive into their foster care program and trauma informed. Learn what it takes to become a foster parent for kiddos with IDD! If you are interested in learning more about ways you can help, check out the links below! 

Colorado Kid’s Belong Foster Friendly app and how to become a foster friendly business https://americaskidsbelong.org/states/co/foster-friendly-communities-colorado/

Foster Source https://fostersource.org/

Envoi Associates – Colorado Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085396882474

Registration link to join an upcoming virtual foster care information session https://forms.office.com/r/wFXezDd2dy

My direct contact info: 720-765-7003, [email protected]

Welcome! Today we are breaking down some of the community resources that are available in Larimer County. If you are looking for a specific type of resource, check out the time codes below to know when to start listening. This is by no means a comprehensive list, but it is a great place to get started!

1:59-Resource Navigation

3:00-IDD resources and Case Management

8:35-Adaptive Recreation and Alternative therapies for kids and adults with IDD

16:10: Housing and Evictions

21:00-Food ,Utilities, Wifi

26:30-Transportation

28:00-Employment

29:20-Special Education/Parenting/support

33:40-Additional Resources

Learn all about self-advocacy with our peer advocate at The Arc. We talk about what self-advocacy is, how to encourage your kiddos to start speaking up for themselves and what self-advocacy skills look like as an adult. We also give you a breakdown of upcoming events in Larimer County!