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Fall Seminar: A Brief History of Developmental Disabilities—What Have We Learned from the Past Fifty Years

“While tremendous progress has been made in enhancing life opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities over the past 50 years – both nationally and in our own state – that progress has only come through vigorous advocacy. The power of personal stories, as a keystone of that advocacy, cannot be underestimated. We will share some of those stories, the lessons they have taught us, as well as the challenges that we still face.” – Harold Kleinert

Join us in person or online for our Fall Seminar series on Friday, October 19, 2018 from 1 – 3pm ET to learn more about “A Brief History of Developmental Disabilities—What Have We Learned from the Past Fifty Years.”

Learn more from experts Jeff Edwards, Mark Newton, Heather Bava, and Dr. Harold Kleinert. The seminar will be held at the UK Coldstream Research Campus Human Development Institute Training Room 1525 Bull Lea Road, Lexington KY. A link to the live video stream of the seminar will be sent to registrants.

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The 4th Thursday ADA Talks: September

HDI and HDI CATS have launched an ADA Training series to be held on the fourth Thursday of each month covering different topics surrounding the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The next training will be led by Jason Jones and will cover Disability & Law Enforcement: Interaction and Emergency Response on September 27, 2018 from 10-11am. You can register here or get more information by emailing hdiatcenter@l.uky.edu. Continue reading

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Fall Seminar: Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship

“Guardianship has been the default option for people who “need protection” for centuries.  It’s time to rethink that option. There are people who have a legitimate need for a guardian; however, many other people could be better served by simply  getting some support to make decisions. Supported decision-making is being utilized across the globe both as an alternative to guardianship and as a way to increase self-determination for all people with disabilities and older adults.” – Laura Butler

Join us in person or online for our Fall Seminar series on Friday, September 28, 2018 from 1 – 3pm ET to learn more about “Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship.”
Learn more from experts Laura Butler, Camille Collins, and Bill Dolan. The seminar will be held at the UK Coldstream Research Campus Human Development Institute Training Room 1525 Bull Lea Road, Lexington KY. A link to the live video stream of the seminar will be sent to registrants.

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The 4th Thursday ADA Talks: August

HDI and HDI CATS have launched an ADA Training series to be held on the fourth Thursday of each month covering different topics surrounding the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The next training will be led by Jason Jones and will cover Public Transportation & the ADA: FTA-DOT Regulations on August 23, 2018 from 10-11am. You can register at https://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dmuHhROVAnYfsON or get more information by emailing hdiatcenter@l.uky.edu.

Join us:
In person – HDI CATS – 2358 Nicholasville Rd. Suite 180, Lexington KY

From PC, MAC or mobile device: uky.zoom.us/j/8592577225

By phone 1.646.558.8656 meeting id: 8592577225

We were trained by the Southeast ADA to provide trainings on topics that cover the ADA. We are just beginning with a 4th Thursday ADA series, and have a different topic each month. These are intended to increase understanding of rights and responsibilities offered through the legislation. Certainly a good opportunity to increase capacity of providers! —Christina Espinosa-Bard, Center for Assistive Technology Services Director.

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Mark your calendars for upcoming ADA Talks:

Public Transportation & the ADA: FTA-DOT Regulations: August 23, 2018
Disability & Law Enforcement: Interaction and Emergency Response: September 27, 2018
ADA & Public Accommodations: Legal Applications of Title III: October 25, 2019
(No 4th Thursday ADA Talks in November & December)
Accessible Technology & the Workforce: AT as a Reasonable Accommodation: January 24, 2019

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The 4th Thursday ADA Talks: July

HDI and HDI CATS have launched an ADA Training series to be held on the fourth Thursday of each month covering different topics surrounding the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The next training will be led by Jason Jones and will cover Program Access and Structural Accessibility of Public Facilities: Exploring Title II on July 26, 2018 from 10-11am. You can register at https://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dmuHhROVAnYfsON or get more information by emailing hdiatcenter@l.uky.edu.

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