Apr 20 2012

Socail Security Disability/SSI Presentation

If you have filed or considered filing for social security disability or SSI benefits, if you have been denied or if you want to increase your chances for success or just have questions about the process.

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Apr 20 2012

Register for WI Integrated Employment Summit

Are you interested in improving employment outcomes for people with disabilities? If so, register now for the first Wisconsin Integrated Employment Summit on May 22 in Wisconsin Dells! This event is open to everyone.

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Apr 16 2012

The Impact of Disability Advocates – A Recap

Wisconsin’s recent legislative session provided advocates with many opportunities to take action and improve the lives of people with disabilities in our state. The legislature considered many bills that affect people with disabilities, and bills about long-term care and education issues highlighted the session. The disability community celebrated some important victories this year!

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Apr 16 2012

Proposed Bylaw Changes

The BPDD is proposing a modification to its bylaws.

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Apr 13 2012

Movie and Discussion with Author – Neenah (Sunday)

Riding the Bus with My Sister is a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie starring Rosie O’Donnell and Andie MacDowell as sisters. It is based on the best-selling memoir by Rachel Simon about her relationship with her sister who has disabilities.

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Apr 13 2012

Benefits Training for Advocates – Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Health Care Partnership is sponsoring a series of trainings targeted to individuals assisting people with disabilities. The trainings provide information on the application process and benefits for a number of programs.

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Apr 13 2012

Regional Conference

WHAT: WI FACETS and UW-Whitewater’s Department of Special Education collaborate to present a Regional Special Education Conference for parents and professionals entitled:

ADHD: One Size Does Not Fit All – Interventions for Individuals with ADHD at home and at school.

WHEN: Saturday, June 2, 2012

TIME: 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: UW-Whitewater Conner University Center, Whitewater Wisconsin

COST: Free. Lunch and materials are provided.

REGISTER: contact Sandra McFarland at:877-374-0511; smcfarland@wifacets.org or on-line at www.wifacets.org/events

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