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Benefits Planning Seminar | |
This seminar will assist case managers, parents and social workers in better understanding the Kansas Work Incentive Network (KWIN)- and how to refer SSA beneficiaries to the KWIN. There will also be a brief introduction to the SSA disability programs. September 1, 2011, at the Sedgwick County Extension Office, 7001 W. 21st St. N, Wichita. Contact Peter Daniels to RSVP at pdaniels@sedgwick.gov
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Does your child use a wheelchair, need a communication device, educational software or other assistive technology? Attend the Assistive Technology for Kansans AT EXPO 2011: Active Living, Learning and Working with Assistive Technology Conference & Exhibit Hall on September 8 & 9 at the Topeka Expocentre, One Expocentre Drive, Topeka, Kansas. More than 90 exhibitors demonstrating the latest technology are ready to talk with you about your child's assistive technology needs. AT EXPO Exhibit Hall hours: Sept. 8, Noon - 6:00 PM; Sept. 9, 8:00 AM - 3 PM. Tickets: $10 at the door, includes door prizes. For more information call 800-KAN DO IT (800-526-3648). Need CEUs? Register at www.regonline.com/atexpo2011.
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Stop, Look, Listen, Go! | |
Oral Health of Kansas suggests parents follow these four steps to ensure your child has a healthy mouth. Download LIFT THE LIP, a guide to check for problems when your child is small. |
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Save the Date | |
Finding Solutions Conference in Wichita, Saturday, November 12! Register HERE! This year's conference will feature tracks on bullying, mental health, transition to adulthood and a special track for self advocates ages 14-21! |
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Understanding
The Affordable Care Act | |
Trying to navigate the Affordable Care Act? Check out this amazing timeline to keep up to date on past and future provisions in the law. |
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Parents Needed! | |
The Kansas Academy of Family Physicians is looking for families to participate in a panel discussion related to family experiences within the medical home. If you are interested, please contact Lisa Roberts at lroberts@kafponline.org or 316-721-9005. |
| Contact Us | |
Families Together, Inc.
Topeka Center
(785) 233-4777 or (800) 264-6343
Garden City Center
(620) 276-6364 or (888) 820-6364
Kansas City Center
(913) 287-1970 or (877) 499-5369
Wichita Center
(316) 945-7747 or (888) 815-6364
Statewide Spanish parent line
(800) 499-9443
Wichita Administrative Center
(316) 945-7747 or (888) 815-6364
All toll free numbers for Kansas parents & education advocates
www.familiestogetherinc.org |
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| Who are We? | |
Families Together, Inc. is the statewide organization that assists parents and their sons and daughters with disabilities. Our program's mission is to encourage, educate, and empower families to be effective advocates for their own children.
Families Together, Inc. is dedicated to a society that includes and values all people. We offer families the security of belonging to a support network of other parents that face similar goals, challenges and needs. | |
| Upcoming Events | |
Education Advocate Training
Wichita
Independent Living Resource Center
Aug. 31
Garden City
Education Support Center
Sept. 15
Overland Park
Indian Creek Technology Center
Sept. 27 | |
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Family Employment Awarness Trainings
Hays
Part 1: Sept. 10
Part 2: Sept. 24
Salina
Part 1: Oct. 21
Part 2: Oct. 22
Overland Park
Part 1: Nov. 11
Part 2: Nov. 12 | |
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