Description

For family members, adults and high school students with disabilities, and support personnel

Free and open to the public

An attended relaxation room will be available for attendees

2-hour orientation session to provide support regardless of diagnosis

Presenter who works in field will orient parents/caregivers to:

• Important terms, definitions, and relevant laws
• People-first language and civil rights issues
• Sources of information and support
• Federal, state, and local non-profit agencies

Experienced parent presenter will discuss:

• Choices that lead to more positive outcomes
• Notebook with resources

Co-sponsored by the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and the Center for Child Development, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt