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Assistive Technology (AT) for Symptoms of Long-COVID
2023-02-09 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
On Thursday, 02/09/23 at 1:00 pm, join the MD Assistive Technology (AT) Program to learn about a variety of AT solutions to help combat symptoms of long-COVID. From brain fog to muscle weakness, we explore a variety of technology options and resources to support anyone who has experienced ongoing symptoms from COVID. Click here to register.
Maryland Technology Assistance Program – Providing access to trying, buying, and reusing assistive technology. For more information, call 1-800-832-4827 or email mdtap.general@maryland.gov

Virtual Training Event: MD DDA Self-Directed Services "Understanding Employer Authority"
2023-02-01 13:00 - 14:00
Join Support Broker, Linda Stringer, for this FREE, virtual training event to learn how to effectively manage your new role as an employer. This training is designed to help people who self-direct their waiver services understand their decision making authority as the employer of record, to recruit, hire, train, and supervise their staff under the Maryland DDA Waiver programs.
To register, visit www.vistachoice.org/resources.
Sponsored by Vista Choice Supports, LLC., Bowie, Maryland (240) 472-2846.

Webinar from Mid-Atlantic ADA Center: "Creating Accessible Recreational Gaming"
2023-01-25 14:00 - 15:30
Are you looking for ways to host a fun and inclusive recreational gaming event? Register for this webinar with experts from Kansas State University who will guide you through selecting games and using Assistance Technology (AT) here: WEBINAR: “Creating Accessible Recreational Gaming” (constantcontact.com)
This is a FREE webinar is brought to you by the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center. If you are looking for continuing education credits, you have the option to pay $10 for a certificate of attendance. However, this extra step/cost is not required.
Learn more about Mid-Atlantic ADA Center at Home – Mid-Atlantic ADA Center (adainfo.org)

Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
2023-01-16
Our office is closed in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We honor and celebrate Dr. King’s efforts toward achieving racial equality.

MD Community of Practice for Supporting Families Monthly Webinar Series
2023-01-11 12:00 - 13:00
Please join the Maryland Department of Health Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and the Maryland Community of Practice for Supporting Families for its monthly webinar series. This month they will be featuring the University of Maryland (UMD) College Park TerpsEXCEED Program on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Noon.
Mary Anne Kane Breschi, Parent and the DDA’s Director of Family Supports welcomes Amy Dwyre D’Agati, Senior Faculty Specialist at the Center for Transition and Career Innovation in the College of Education at the UMD, College Park and the Director of the TerpsEXCEED program; along with Hari Kannan, a student and senior in the program. Together Amy and Hari will share information about the program and how it may benefit your family member.
For this and future webinars in this series please
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
You will receive a link to join one day prior, and one hour prior to the webinar.

Lunch with MIA: How to Protect Yourself from Fraud, Identity Theft & Other Scams
2023-01-10 12:00 - 13:00
Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) is hosting this FREE online event to learn about the various types of identity theft, fraudulent activities, and scams that could impact you and how to protect yourself and your family. Register at https://mia01102023.eventbrite.com.
Registration is recommended, but not required. This event is FREE and all are welcome to attend.

Autism Speaks Walk - Baltimore, MD
2022-10-30 09:00
Consider joining Autism Speaks for a walk at Johnny Unitas Football Stadium in Baltimore, MD to support people with autism reaching their full potential and living their best lives.

Prince George's County Public Schools Transitioning Youth Webinar
2022-10-18 18:00 - 19:30
ATTENTION PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS & FAMILIES: The Department of Special Education and the Prince George’s County Transitioning Youth Workgroup is hosting a Virtual Transitioning Youth Webinar on Tuesday, October 18th from 6pm to 7:30pm to share information for students and their families on services after high school. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/2022FallTYFair
Click here to view the flyer for the Transitioning Youth Virtual Webinar – Fall 2022

Autism Speaks Walk - Washington, DC
2022-10-15 09:00
Consider joining Autism Speaks for a walk on the National Mall to support people with autism reaching their full potential and living their best lives.

Ready2Vote Block Party (Free Event)
2022-09-17 10:00 - 14:00 | The Arc Prince George’s County, 1401 McCormick Dr., Largo, MD, 20774, United States
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Western Maryland Cup of Tea Online Support Group for Parents and Caregivers
2022-05-27 13:00
From Maryland Coalition of Families for residents of Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington Counties: Online support group for parents and caregivers of children with ADHD, autism, anxiety, conduct disorders or other behavioral health challenges. Visit https://www.mdcoalition.org/support_group/ for Zoom link or to view other support groups offered.

PGCPS 11th Annual Parent Empowerment Conference "Steps to Adulthood"
2022-05-18 18:30
FREE Event: In this talk, Cathy Corwin will discuss steps to take to help prepare your child to be more independent and ready for work as they transition from school to adulthood. You will also learn about supports that your child may be eligible to receive as an adult, questions to consider in regards to guardianship and other useful information about future planning.

Bigs & Littles Support Group
2022-05-17 18:30
From Maryland Coalition of Families for residents of Charles County, Maryland: Join other parents of children age 3-17 with behavioral health challenges share experiences, receive support, and learn about community resources. Meets the third Tuesday of every month. Visit https://www.mdcoalition.org/support_group/ for Zoom link or to view other support groups offered.

The New DDA Rent Subsidy Program
2022-05-12 12:00
FREE Event: This webinar will provide families, providers and people receiving services information about the new DDA Rent Subsidy Program. Participants will learn about the eligibility criteria, affordability features, as well as participant expenses, and will be able to outline the process for participating in the program.

The Self-Expression Sessions
2022-05-11 17:00
Virtual parent and caregiver support sessions offered by the Maryland Coalition of Families. Ongoing, every Wednesday. Visit https://www.mdcoalition.org/support_group/ to Zoom link or to view other support groups offered.

Maryland Community of Practice for Supporting Families Webinar Series "Self-Direction: Living your best life!"
2022-05-11 12:00
FREE Event: The MD CoP for Supporting Families Webinar Series is an ongoing series held once a month on Wednesdays at noon. Hosted by the DDA’s Director of Family Supports, this webinar series features guest speakers and subject matter experts who discuss and address topics and concerns with which people with intellectual and developmental facilities and their families face in everyday life and as they work to build and live their “Good Life.”
