Chattanooga Autism Conference 2015

Accommodations & Modifications, Autism, Behavior, College, Community Events, Developmental Disabilities, Doctor & Therapy Groups, Early Intervention, Education & Training, Employment, Events, Georgia, IEP, Learning Disabilities, News, Parenting, Post Secondary Education, Sensory, Special Education, Transition

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Partners In Policymaking

Accessibility, All Disabilities, Career, Caregivers, Community Events, Education & Training, Financial Resources, Leadership, Public Policy, Special Education, Tennessee

WHAT IS PARTNERS? The Partners in Policymaking Leadership Institute is a leadership, advocacy and self-advocacy training program for adults with disabilities and family members of persons with disabilities from across the state, sponsored by the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities. WHAT WILL THE SELECTED PARTNERS PARTICIPANTS DO? Attend information sessions by local and national experts…

Special Touch Ministry – Summer Camp

All Disabilities, Autism, Caregivers, Community Events, Developmental Disabilities, Down Syndrome, Events, Georgia, Intellectual Disabilities, Internship Opportunities, Learning Disabilities, Out of State (TN/GA) Resources, Physical Disabilities, Recreation, Relationships, Respite, Siblings, Special Needs Ministry, Spina Bifida, Spiritual, Summer Camps, Supporting Caregivers, Traumatic Brain Injury

A Special Touch Chapter is a faith-based friendship support group with regular meetings. Special Touch Chapters enrich the lives of people with disabilities through the exchange of helpful information, resources, mentorship, encouragement, and opportunities for fun and friendship. Special Touch Getaways in multiple states, including Georgia. Special Touch Ministry Camp

AIR Labs: Afterschool Web Development Opportunity

Academics, Autism, Career, Community Events, Computer, Education & Training, Employment, Financial Resources, Special Education, Summer Camps

So many of our kids with special needs have an affinity for technology.  This could be a potential opportunity to learn how to use that gift to develop skills for employment and a career. “A.I.R. stands for Aspire, Imagine, and Reason: the three qualities we strive to instill in our youth. A.I.R. Labs is an…

Turning Point (Family) Camp

ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Autism, Behavior, Caregivers, Communication, Community Events, Crisis, Education & Training, Foster Care, Life Skills, Marriage, Mental Health, Out of State (TN/GA) Resources, Parenting, Relationships, Siblings, Suicide1 Comment

“Parenting Camp for Families Raising Children with Behavior Challenges Currently, Turning Point Camp takes place twice per year. These week-long family camps are designed to help families connect and help challenging children redirect their paths. This program is designed for children ages 4-12. The focus of camp is to renew, recharge, and empower each parent and child with effective…

Hospice of Chattanooga: End of Life Care & Grief Support

All Disabilities, Cancer, Community Events, Doctor & Therapy Groups, Eldercare, Georgia, Grief, Tennessee

“Call in Hospice of Chattanooga when you or a loved one are faced with a terminal diagnosis or are struggling to cope with pain.  We will provide a wonderful team of professionals to surround you and your family with care.  Hospice of Chattanooga offers a wide range of services that includes hospice or end-of-life care, plus extensive grief…

Joni & Friends Family Retreat

Accessibility, All Disabilities, Bible Study, Caregiving, Community Events, Financial Resources, Internship, Joni Eareckson Tada, Respite, Special Needs Ministry, Supporting Caregivers, Women's Ministry

Joni and Friends Family Retreats provide a lifeline to families who want hope and encouragement that will last. You and your family will be blessed, inspired, and make new friendships that will last a lifetime.  At both U.S. and International Family Retreat, special-needs families receive encouragement and care in the comfort of a safe and accessible family…

VAP Graduate Reunion & Additional Training Coming Soon!

Community Events, Education & Training, General Education, IEP, Leadership, Special Education, Transition, Volunteer Advocacy Project

We have some information for you about our upcoming VAP trainings and networking opportunities for graduates. Our first session will be on February 18th from 3-5pm CST . Carrie Mason will speak about 504 and discipline, followed by some time to network and brainstorm together. Next, Tie Hodack and Theresa Nichols from the TN DOE will present…