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SUMMARY:Self-Care for Caregivers: Rooted & Rising Virtual Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/self-care-for-caregivers-rooted-rising-virtual-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T130000
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SUMMARY:Self-Care for Caregivers: Rooted & Rising In-Person Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/self-care-for-caregivers-rooted-rising-in-person-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Laurel County Health Department\, 525 Whitley Street\, London\, Kentucky\, 40741
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T120000
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UID:9172-1779192000-1779195600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Why Competitive Integrated Employment Matters to Business: The Bottom Line_Training Innovation Project_Learn at Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Merry-Reid Sheffer\, Director of Employment Services at Mattingly Edge  \n\n\n\nAttendees will gain practical strategies to promote employment opportunities by learning:  \n\n\n\n\nWhy “separate” employment harms both people with disabilities and employers \n\n\n\nHow Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) expands the workforce and fills labor gaps \n\n\n\nWhat CIE is and how it creates stronger\, more collaborative workplaces \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Training Innovation Project\, in partnership with the Kentucky Employment First Council\, presents Learn at Lunch. These sessions are designed for rehabilitation professionals and employers to connect\, learn\, and share ideas in a relaxed space with others in the field. 
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/why-competitive-integrated-employment-matters-to-business-the-bottom-line_training-innovation-project_learn-at-lunch/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T141317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T141318Z
UID:8601-1778781600-1778785200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Autonomy & Choice: Rooted & Rising Virtual Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/autonomy-choice-rooted-rising-virtual-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T151318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T151344Z
UID:8757-1778677200-1778680800@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Autonomy & Choice: Rooted & Rising In-Person Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/autonomy-choice-rooted-rising-in-person-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Laurel County Health Department\, 525 Whitley Street\, London\, Kentucky\, 40741
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T163000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260504T135210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T135211Z
UID:9282-1777971600-1777998600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Pediatric DME for Free_HDI Center for Assistive Technology Services (CATS)
DESCRIPTION:This in-person event will highlight the pediatric DME available at HDI CATS. Items will be available for free and will include: wheelchairs\, car seats\, strollers\, bath chairs\, gait trainers and more!
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/pediatric-dme-for-free_hdi-center-for-assistive-technology-services-cats/
LOCATION:HDI CATS\, 2358 Nicholasville Rd\, Suite 180\, Lexington\, KY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T190000
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CREATED:20260306T140957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T140958Z
UID:8583-1777572000-1777575600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Employment and Mental Health: Rooted & Rising Virtual Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/employment-and-mental-health-rooted-rising-virtual-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T151500
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CREATED:20260410T134702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T134819Z
UID:9031-1777562100-1777563900@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Kentucky Disability Benefits 101 Webinar: Supported Employment Training Project (SETP)
DESCRIPTION:About This Webinar: \n\n\n\nJoin us for a 5th Thursday coffee/tea break and learn how to use the Kentucky Disability Benefits 101 website to show the positive financial impact of employment while still maintaining a person’s eligibility for Medicaid or Medicare. \n\n\n\nQ&A will follow from 3:45 – 4:15 pm ET / 2:45 – 3:15 pm CT \n\n\n\nFacilitators: \n\n\n\nCarolyn Wheeler\, M.S.\, CPWIC \n\n\n\nSupported Employment Training ProjectHuman Development Institute/University of Kentucky \n\n\n\nJeff White\, MBA\, CPWIC \n\n\n\nQuality Assurance Coordinator for Employment ServicesDivision of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/kentucky-disability-benefits-101-webinar-supported-employment-training-project-setp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T151007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T151008Z
UID:8747-1777467600-1777471200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Employment: Rooted & Rising In-Person Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/employment-rooted-rising-in-person-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Laurel County Health Department\, 525 Whitley Street\, London\, Kentucky\, 40741
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T123000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260413T192211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T192213Z
UID:9125-1777377600-1777379400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Communities of Practice: Training Innovation Project
DESCRIPTION:Communities of Practice (COP) are groups of people who come together because \n\n\n\nthey care about improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities. \n\n\n\nMembers share ideas\, solve problems\, build skills\, and create practical tools that \n\n\n\nsupport competitive integrated employment. \n\n\n\nThe COP is meant to grow naturally over time and will eventually be led by its \n\n\n\nmembers\, giving participants the chance to shape discussions and activities around \n\n\n\nwhat matters most to them and their work.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/communities-of-practice-training-innovation-project/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260128T152205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T152206Z
UID:8055-1776938400-1776942000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:ADA and Voting Rights: 4th Thursday ADA Talks 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monthly webinars on topics about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, disability rights\, and access that run for 1 hour on the 4th Thursday from January to October 2026 (10 webinars). Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI)\, Southeast ADA Center\, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/ada-and-voting-rights-4th-thursday-ada-talks-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T103000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260410T132059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T132416Z
UID:9027-1776850200-1776853800@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Work\, Waivers\, and STABLE Kentucky Webinar: Supported Employment Training Project (SETP)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how having a job can still work with Medicaid waiver eligibility if you know the facts and not the fiction.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator:Carolyn Wheeler\, M.S.\, CPWICSupported Employment Training ProjectHuman Development Institute/University of Kentucky \n\n\n\nContinuing Education Credit:Continuing Education is offered (1 hour) for Supported Employment professionals. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?Case Managers in waiver programs\, state guardians\, and employment service providers are welcome to attend.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/work-waivers-and-stable-kentucky/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260319T201434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T201436Z
UID:8938-1776772800-1776776400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Enabling Employment Opportunity with Immersive Technology: Learn at Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Matthew Chaussee\, CEO\, CareerViewXR \n\n\n\nAttendees will gain practical strategies to promote employment opportunities by: \n\n\n\n\nExploring the use of immersive technologies\n\n\n\nIncreasing awareness of assistive technology solutions\n\n\n\nUnderstanding how these tools can be effectively applied in business and workplace settings\n\n\n\n\nThe Training Innovation Project\, in partnership with the Kentucky Employment First Council\, presents Learn at Lunch. These sessions are designed for rehabilitation professionals and employers to connect\, learn\, and share ideas in a relaxed space with others in the field.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/enabling-employment-opportunity-with-immersive-technology-learn-at-lunch/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T140418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T140419Z
UID:8517-1776362400-1776366000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Relationships & Community: Rooted & Rising Virtual Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/relationships-community-rooted-rising-virtual-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20250811T170115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T150114Z
UID:7308-1776258000-1776265200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Demystifying Autism Diagnosis: HDI Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will focus on providing clarity around the autism screening and diagnostic processes for providers\, family members\, and adults seeking autism diagnosis. Panelists will discuss the differences between screening and diagnosis\, routes for obtaining an official diagnosis\, and the roles of different providers in the interdisciplinary assessment process. \n\n\n\nPresenters: Dr. Myra Beth Bundy\, PhD\, BCBA\, Dr. Marisa Toomey\, MD\, FAAP\, and Dr. Scott Tomchek\, PhD\, OTR/L
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/demystifying-autism-assessment-and-diagnosis-hdi-seminar-series/
CATEGORIES:HDI Seminar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T150906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T150908Z
UID:8689-1776258000-1776261600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Relationships & Community: Rooted & Rising In-Person Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/relationships-community-rooted-rising-in-person-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Laurel County Health Department\, 525 Whitley Street\, London\, Kentucky\, 40741
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20250813T200632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T184644Z
UID:7384-1776182400-1776186000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Communication Classroom and AAC: TAALC Tuesday Topics
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/gestalt-language-processing-and-aac-taalc-tuesday-topics/
LOCATION:zoom online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260128T144319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T144320Z
UID:8031-1776096000-1776099600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Noticing and Communicating Body Signals: Spring 26 ECHO in AAC
DESCRIPTION:Live Interdisciplinary webinar series to address needs in supporting AAC Users.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/noticing-and-communicating-body-signals-spring-26-echo-in-aac/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260210T200726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T201201Z
UID:8173-1775651400-1775653200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:How a Paycheck Can Work With a Government Check: Supported Employment Training Project
DESCRIPTION:Zoom presentation by the Supported Employment Training Project (SETP) at the University of Kentucky Human Development Institute. In just 30 minutes\, you’ll learn how to use the Kentucky Disability Benefits 101 website to see how having a job in high school can mean more money now—and more money after graduation. \n\n\n\nFacilitators: \n\n\n\nCarolyn Wheeler\, M.S.\, CPWIC \n\n\n\nSupported Employment Training Project Human Development Institute/University of Kentucky \n\n\n\nJeff White\, MBA\, CPWIC \n\n\n\nQuality Assurance Coordinator for Employment Services Division of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/how-a-paycheck-can-work-with-a-government-check-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T140649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T140650Z
UID:8499-1775152800-1775156400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Movement\, Nutrition & Sleep: Rooted & Rising Virtual Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/movement-nutrition-sleep-rooted-rising-virtual-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T150657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T150659Z
UID:8671-1775048400-1775052000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Movement\, Nutrition & Sleep: Rooted & Rising In-Person Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/movement-nutrition-sleep-rooted-rising-in-person-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Laurel County Health Department\, 525 Whitley Street\, London\, Kentucky\, 40741
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260128T145127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T145128Z
UID:8041-1774530000-1774533600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Autism Informed Employer Conversation: Kentucky Employment First Council and Innovative Supports of Autistic Workers (ISAW)
DESCRIPTION:This event is held by the Kentucky Employment First Council and Innovative Supports for Autistic Workers (ISAW.) The quarterly conversations build upon the short videos shared monthly to learn more and engage in discussion with other employers and employment support providers on topics around increasing employment opportunities among Autistic Kentuckians.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/autism-informed-employer-conversation-kentucky-employment-first-council-and-innovative-supports-of-autistic-workers-isaw/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260128T152030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T152031Z
UID:8045-1774519200-1774522800@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:ADA Title I-Employment Protections: 4th Thursday ADA Talks 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monthly webinars on topics about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, disability rights\, and access that run for 1 hour on the 4th Thursday from January to October 2026 (10 webinars). Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI)\, Southeast ADA Center\, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/ada-title-i-employment-protections-4th-thursday-ada-talks-2026/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T133000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260316T184141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184315Z
UID:8930-1774355400-1774359000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Assistive Technology (AT) and Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC): Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Christina Espinosa\, the Director of the HDI Center for Assistive Technology (HDI CATS) will share information about Assistive Technology and resources available through the Kentucky Assistive Technology Services Network (https://www.katsnet.org/).    \n\n\n\nChristina  will also share information about Housing Futures\, a project funded by the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities\, to identify ways we can modify the home environment\, implement environmental controls\, and advocate for better housing solutions.   \n\n\n\n\nHousing Futures\n\n\n\n\nJacqui Farmer Kearns has worked at HDI for 34 years. During that time\, she has worked to advance several education projects\, assisted with the creation of Kentucky’s alternate assessment program\, and helped educate about Alternative Augmented Communication (https://www.assistiveware.com/learn-aac/what-is-aac).  \n\n\n\nJacqui has also pursued work on a national level focused on the inclusion of people with disabilities and has collaborated with the Institute for Community Integration at the University of Minnesota and the Ohio Center for the Deafblind Coalition.  Jacqui will provide information and resources about Alternative Augmented Communication.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/assistive-technology-at-and-alternative-augmentative-communication-aac/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260128T144128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T144129Z
UID:8013-1774281600-1774285200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Care-AAC Users: Spring 26 ECHO in AAC
DESCRIPTION:Live Interdisciplinary webinar series to address needs in supporting AAC Users.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/trauma-informed-care-aac-users-spring-26-echo-in-aac/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260226T211103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T211439Z
UID:8351-1774087200-1774094400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Sensory Systems
DESCRIPTION: A FREE interactive sensory lesson for local families of children with disabilities! Explore the sensory stations led by students of occupational therapy and social work\, Ava Meyer and Olivia Stanley! Hosted by UK HDI\, KY LEND and the UK Cooperative Extension Services.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/sensory-systems/
LOCATION:UK Extension Office\, 1140 Harry Sykes Way\, Lexington\, Kentucky\, 40504
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T135249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T135250Z
UID:8489-1773943200-1773946800@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Trauma & Mental Health: Rooted & Rising Virtual Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/trauma-mental-health-rooted-rising-virtual-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T141659
CREATED:20260306T150256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T150414Z
UID:8650-1773838800-1773842400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Trauma & Mental Health: Rooted & Rising In-Person Learning Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Bridging gaps in mental healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Kentucky’s Appalachian Region.You are invited to learn more about mental health and overcoming challenges faced by people with developmental disabilities.Incentives available for individuals residing in some counties. Learn more by visiting the Rooted & Rising webpage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/trauma-mental-health-rooted-rising-in-person-learning-opportunity/
LOCATION:Laurel County Health Department\, 525 Whitley Street\, London\, Kentucky\, 40741
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SUMMARY:Communication IEP Goals : TAALC Tuesday Topics
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/communication-iep-goals-taalc-tuesday-topics/
LOCATION:zoom online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T150000
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CREATED:20260227T134228Z
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SUMMARY:Role-Playing Games: How Fantasy Can Build Reality for Neurodivergent Communities: MERGE Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar panel\, RPG developers\, game masters\, and players with various relationships to neurodivergence discuss the world of RPGs and explore the real-life benefits of this style of gaming for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Join MERGE to learn how RPGs have the power to shape culture collectively as well as build relationships\, skills\, and more fulfilling lives individually.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/role-playing-games-how-fantasy-can-build-reality-for-neurodivergent-communities-merge-webinar-series/
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