Ken Ton Chamber of Commerce and Disability Awareness Training Team up for a very special and necessary presentation The Ken Ton Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the State Education… Ken Ton Chamber of Commerce

Serving Seniors with Developmental Disabilities This is an ACTION plan, with the intent for service providers to implement the ten components identified. The training will include the current status of… NYSADSP Symposium 2007

In February, 2009, Disability Awareness Training provided a series of training programs covering the following topics: Quality of Life The Path to Inclusion Serving Seniors with Developmental Disabilities View the… Philadelphia Insurance Companies

Overview/Description: Major purpose/theme of workshop: Disability awareness training has tailored a presentation for aides, teachers, and other support staff who have duties and responsibilities with students with special needs. It… Williamsville Central School District

Designed specifically for direct support professionals and front line managers, the presentation recognizes the challenges caregivers face in providing services in today’s program models. This session will provide the audience with a clear and concise understanding of how to move forward in the best interests of the individuals they serve by providing them with current trends and topics, expectations of the disabled community, parent/sibling perspective, and collaboration with outside entities.

Understanding Quality of Life

The need to appropriately serve seniors with developmental disabilities has been described by some as being “in a state of crisis”. In order to support providers in preparing for this crisis Philadelphia Insurance Companies is proud to present this session intended to ensure that the seniors we serve age with dignity. Presenter David Whalen will use his unique mix of expertise to equip participants to respond to the many challenges and obstacles faced when attempting to address the needs of seniors with developmental disabilities.

Serving Seniors with Developmental Disabilities

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35% of individuals with disabilities are employed, but 80% continue to seek gainful employment. While this number fluctuates somewhat, the issue is evident. Employers from small business to corporations are… Employment

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