Human Development Institute

Author: HDI Staff

  • Future Financial Planning for Persons with Disabilities

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    This lecture is designed to help learners understand the relationship between the benefits a person receives and their ultimate ability to live as independently as possible, with particular attention paid to the transition from child to adult status. We will work through the three subgroups within the transition age population: Students 14 to 17 years…

  • Phillip Rumrill, PhD, CRC, appointed Director of Research and Training for the UK Human Development Institute

    Phillip Rumrill, PhD, CRC, appointed Director of Research and Training for the UK Human Development Institute

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    The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute announces the appointment of Phillip Rumrill, PhD, CRC as the Director of Research and Training with a faculty appointment in the area of Rehabilitation Counseling. Dr. Rumrill received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Keene State College in New Hampshire and his doctorate from the University of Arkansas.…

  • Medicaid Waiver Redesign and Its Impact on Employment First

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    This lecture provides a brief description of Medicaid waivers and the role they can play in helping people with significant disabilities move toward independence. Topics include: What is a waiver? Why did waivers become popular? Average cost of community services vs. facility services; Kentucky’s waiver menu; Supported Employment vs. Day Training; Design Challenges; Rate Structure…

  • Stay at Work/Return to Work (SAW/RTW)

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    Millions of workers in the United States leave the workforce each year after experiencing an injury or an illness. This can result in detrimental outcomes to displaced employees, employers, and the economy. Stay at Work/Return to Work (SAW/ RTW) strategies provide customized intervention and support to help workers stay connected to the workforce and reduce…

  • The Principles of Universal Design and Independent Living

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    Foundational to the basic rights of people with disabilities in society, regardless of their level of disability, is an understanding of and commitment to the principles of universal design and independent living. A fully accessible environment is the foundation for independent living. Discussion will focus on resources and Centers for Independent Living. Christina Espinosa, Rachel…

  • Transitions to Higher Education and Employment (1 or 2 hours)

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    Transition to postsecondary life represents a critical passage for youth with disabilities. Moving from a system of educational services as an entitlement to adult services based on eligibility can be difficult to navigate as students with disabilities pursue success in higher education and the workplace. Kentucky provides an array of supports and resources focused on…

  • Getting Comfortable with Disability

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    Are you afraid of saying or doing the wrong thing when interacting with a person with a disability? Do you avoid those interactions because of that fear? Are you missing out on a huge part of the population that could be customers, employees, resources … friends? Explore the attitudinal barriers faced by people with disabilities…

  • Disability in Kentucky

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    This lecture includes a snapshot of disability statistics for Kentucky, an overview of legislation and services with regard to education, employment and independent living for people with disabilities. Johnny Collett, Rachel Womack

  • Disability Resources in Kentucky

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    This lecture provides an overview of the Kentucky Disability Resource Manual and online searchable Kentucky Disability Guide regarding services and supports available to people with disabilities in the Commonwealth. We provide information about how people with disabilities and family members can save money and still receive needed services, including information about STABLE Kentucky and Life…

  • History of Disability Legislation in America

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    This lecture will provide a chronological overview of the 100-year history of disability legislation in America that led to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and beyond. From forced sterilization to the independent living movement, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the ADA and the most recent Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), learn about…