Lunch with MIA: How to Protect Yourself from Fraud, Identity Theft & Other Scams
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.
MD Community of Practice for Supporting Families Monthly Webinar Series
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…
Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
Our office is closed in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We honor and celebrate Dr. King's efforts toward achieving racial equality.
Webinar from Mid-Atlantic ADA Center: “Creating Accessible Recreational Gaming”
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…
Virtual Training Event: MD DDA Self-Directed Services “Understanding Employer Authority”
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…
Assistive Technology (AT) for Symptoms of Long-COVID
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…
DDA’s People and Family Forum: Person-Centered Planning
The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) would like to invite people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and families to its Inaugural Person and Family Forum on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 from 8:30 am-2:30 pm. During this forum the DDA in collaboration with the University of Missouri Kansas City - Institute for Human Development will…
Happy Presidents’ Day!
Our office is closed in observance of the Presidents' Day holiday.
Mental Health Matters: Understanding Mental Health Needs of the Aging
Join the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for their virtual Fireside Chat Series on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 as they discuss how depression and isolation can affect the aging population differently, tips for self care, and resources available to you. Register for this event here.
Social Security Benefits & ABLE Accounts Webinar
Maryland ABLE is excited to announce a webinar offered by the National Association of State Treasurer's ABLE Savings Plans Network (ASPN) that provides an opportunity for members of the disability community to hear directly from SSA experts and ABLE Administrators as they answer frequently asked questions about ABLE Accounts and SSI/SSDI benefits , We would…
NAMI Prince George’s County presents Self-Care for Caregivers to the Aging Population
Join NAMI Prince George's County for the latest educational presentation in their Elderly Outreach program to discuss Self-Care for Caregivers to the Aging Population with Nia Kilimanjaro, LMSW - Mental Health Clinician with Interdynamics, Inc. For more information and to register, click HERE.
VIRTUAL 12th Annual Parent Empowerment Conference and Resource Fair (See Schedule for Sessions)
Join the Prince George's County Public School System (PGCPS) for their 12th Annual Parent Empowerment Conference and Resource Fair. This virtual conference is FREE and available to anyone who registers, regardless of their place of residence. Also, there is no requirement for attendees to have a student in a PGCPS school. The conference covers a…