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SUMMARY:Assistive Technology and Universal Design to Promote Competitive Integrated Employment
DESCRIPTION:The Disability Community\, Health\, and World of Work Webinar Series by the UK Human Development Institute and RETAIN Kentucky \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPresented by: \n\n\n\nChristina Espinosa\, MRC\, CRC; Division Director of Community Education\, Human Development Institute \n\n\n\nDr. Kathy Sheppard-Jones\, PhD\, CRC; Associate Graduate Faculty\, Human Development Institute \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDuring this webinar\, the presenters will: \n\n\n\n-Define assistive technology and universal design \n\n\n\n-Examine the intersection of disability\, universal design\, and workplace participation \n\n\n\n-Describe ways in which workers with disabilities can employ these devices and strategies toward successful employment while maximizing organizational potential
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/assistive-technology-and-universal-design-to-promote-competitive-integrated-employment-retain-lunch-learn-seminar-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T130000
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SUMMARY:Medicaid Waivers: HDI Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Alisha Clark \n\n\n\nDescription: Medicaid waiver programs provide services that promote community living for people with disabilities. This includes support and assistance with daily activities such as basic self-care\, navigating the community\, and managing their home\, finances\, or medical care. The Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) will provide an overview of Kentucky’s 1915 (c) Home-and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid waivers and the services they provide for people with disabilities. The process from applying for waivers\, to service delivery options\, and Medicaid waiver resources available to guide the process will also be discussed.   \n\n\n\nObjectives:  \n\n\n\n1. Outline an overview of Medicaid waivers and the services provided. \n\n\n\n2. Develop an understanding of the process of applying for Medicaid waivers to service delivery options for Medicaid waivers. \n\n\n\n3. Discuss Medicaid waiver resources available to guide the process.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/medicaid-waivers-hdi-seminar-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T160000
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UID:6086-1744646400-1744650000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY: NeuroNode AAC Options: TAALC ECHO in AAC
DESCRIPTION:What is Project ECHOProject ECHO™ is an inter-professional practice network where education and related service professionals learn together through short\, informational presentations on AAC topics and case-specific presentations. Case presentations allow participants to support a colleague through real-time problem solving; identification of possible strategies and solutions to support the individuals they serve. \n\n\n\nPresenter: Tricia McGee\, CCC-SLP – Control BionicsThis ECHO presentation focuses on the features of NeuroNode from Control Bionics. \n\n\n\nHow to Join – Join sessions online via Zoom. A link to join the ECHO sessions will be sent upon registration. Connect through your desktop\, laptop\, tablet\, or phone.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/6086/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T124500
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250408T141304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T141406Z
UID:6711-1744804800-1744807500@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Employer Strategies for Recruitment and Retention: Kentucky’s Employment First Council and RETAIN Kentucky present the March Employer Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Dixon from Unified Sign and Designs will share: \n\n\n\n\nSuccess stories \n\n\n\n\n\nStrategies to recruit an inclusive workforce\n\n\n\n\n\nWays to retain employees
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/employer-strategies-for-recruitment-and-retention-kentuckys-employment-first-council-and-retain-kentucky-present-the-march-employer-seminar-series/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20241014T125522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T125523Z
UID:5349-1744977600-1744981200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Communication Teaching Strategies: 4th Friday TAALC TOPICS Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:TAALC TOPICS – Fridays from 12:00 ET/11:00 CT. Speech Language Pathologists\, Educators\, Para-educators\, Pre-service students. 1 hour of ASHA Credit available. \n\n\n\nSession Topic: This session will highlight evidence-based teaching strategies for supporting AAC users including aided-language modeling\, managing the environment to create opportunities\, expectant pause and wait\, acknowledging and reflecting communication intentions.        
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/communication-teaching-strategies-4th-friday-taalc-topics-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20241104T164407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T122716Z
UID:5518-1746532800-1746536400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Everyone Is a Job Developer – Active Citizenship to Build the Inclusion Economy: RETAIN Lunch & Learn Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Join our seminar series and discover how to champion disability inclusion in your future career! Learn from industry experts\, gain valuable insights\, and enhance your skills to become an inclusive employer. Perfect for students ready to lead the change! \n\n\n\nPresented by Kimberly Wickert & Dr. Phillip Rumrill  \n\n\n\nDuring this webinar\, the presenters will:  \n\n\n\n-Discuss the role and participation of people with disabilities in the Covid-era economy  \n\n\n\n-Examine return to work and stay-at-work strategies that build an inclusive workforce.  \n\n\n\n-Describe ways in which workers with disabilities can help employers address the national labor shortage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/everyone-is-a-job-developer-active-citizenship-to-build-the-inclusion-economy-retain-lunch-learn-seminar-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20241104T164753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T120202Z
UID:5520-1746705600-1746709200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Role of Healthcare Providers in Return to Work: RETAIN Lunch & Learn Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Join our seminar series and discover how to champion disability inclusion in your future career! Learn from industry experts\, gain valuable insights\, and enhance your skills to become an inclusive employer. Perfect for students ready to lead the change! \n\n\n\nPresented by Shirley Kron & Dr. Phillip Rumrill \n\n\n\nDuring this webinar\, the presenters will:  \n\n\n\n-Discuss the role and participation of people with disabilities in the Covid-era economy  \n\n\n\n-Examine return to work and stay-at-work strategies that build an inclusive workforce.  \n\n\n\n-Describe ways in which workers with disabilities can help employers address the national labor shortage.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/role-of-healthcare-providers-in-return-to-work-retain-lunch-learn-seminar-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250505T202309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T203227Z
UID:6777-1747908000-1747911600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:ADA and Fostering an Inclusive Work Culture for Employees with Psychiatric Disabilities: 4th Thursday ADA Talks 2025
DESCRIPTION:According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)\, approximately 23% of American adults experience some form of mental illness (or psychiatric disability) on a yearly basis. And across the population\, almost 6% of American adults live with a serious mental health condition such as schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder or long-term recurring major depression. For many individuals with psychiatric disabilities\, work is key to their health and contributes to a sense of purpose and wellbeing. Thus\, it is important that employers understand how to foster a mental health-friendly work culture. \n\n\n\nDuring this presentation\, the presenter will use her own story to discuss how to disclose a disability\, the pros and cons of disclosing a disability\, how to request reasonable accommodations on the job\, and steps we can take to create an inclusive work culture. \n\n\n\nPresenter\n\n\n\n\nPam Williamson\, Assistant Director – Southeast ADA Center\n\n\n\n\nHosts\n\n\n\nUniversity of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI)\, Southeast ADA Center\, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/ada-and-fostering-an-inclusive-work-culture-for-employees-with-psychiatric-disabilities/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250110T194319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T194404Z
UID:6022-1748608200-1748610000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Kentucky Disability Benefits 101 Lunch & Learn – 5th Friday’s
DESCRIPTION:At the end of the 30 minutes\, you will be able 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\nFacilitators: Carolyn Wheeler; Supported Employment Training Project\, Human Development Institute/UK and Jeff White; Quality Assurance Coordinator for Employment Services
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/kentucky-disability-benefits-101-lunch-learn-5th-fridays-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T113000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20241014T130301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T130302Z
UID:5351-1749546000-1749555000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Core Vocabulary Part 1: TAALC TOPICS 2.0 - 2.5 Hour Series 
DESCRIPTION:Core Vocabulary Part 1: Deeper dive into Core Vocabulary with materials list and file links for making Core Folders. Great team watch option\, make the folders afterward – 2.5 ASHA Hours. 
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/core-vocabulary-part-1-taalc-topics-2-0-2-5-hour-series/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250530T153708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T153849Z
UID:6915-1749556800-1749560400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Navigating Early Intervention and Beyond for Early Childhood Providers Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This training session provides early childhood professionals with a foundational understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, focusing on the continuum of services from birth through age 21. Participants will learn about IDEA Part C (Early Intervention for infants and toddlers\, birth to age 3) and Part B (Special Education services for children and youth ages 3–21)\, including key processes\, timelines\, and the transition from an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) to an Individualized Education Program (IEP). \n\n\n\nPresenters: Sally Dannenberg\, Child Care Aware of Kentucky Angela Casey\, New Vista KEIS Program Eileen Hoover and Rhonda Logsdon\, KY-SPIN
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/navigating-early-intervention-and-beyond-for-early-childhood-providers-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20241014T130652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T130653Z
UID:5353-1749556800-1749564000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Core Vocabulary Part 2: TAALC TOPICS 2.0 – 2.5 Hour Series
DESCRIPTION:Core Vocabulary Part 2: Core Vocabulary and Curriculum  \n\n\n\nRegistration for this session is included with Core Vocabulary Part 1 (one registration for both – attendance taken separately).
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/core-vocabulary-part-2-taalc-topics-2-0-2-5-hour-series/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250611T172757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T173250Z
UID:6941-1750932000-1750935600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:ADA and Artificial Intelligence: 4th Thursday ADA Talks
DESCRIPTION:Hosted By: \n\n\n\nUniversity of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI)\, Southeast ADA Center\, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/ada-and-artificial-intelligence-4th-thursday-ada-talks/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250714T124607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T124610Z
UID:7169-1752678000-1752681600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: The ADA 35th Anniversary: What are your rights as a person with a disability?
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pacific ADA Center in celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This session will provide an overview of your rights under the ADA and how the law continues to protect people with disabilities in public life. Learn how the ADA impacts everyday experiences in employment\, transportation\, public services\, and beyond. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nJan Garrett\, Pacific ADA Center\n\n\n\nSavannah Bradley\, Pacific ADA Center
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/lunch-learn-the-ada-35th-anniversary-what-are-your-rights-as-a-person-with-a-disability/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250618T133830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T133831Z
UID:6996-1753192800-1753196400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Supporting People with IDD through Grief and Loss 
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Description  \n\n\n\nThis webinar will explore the impact of grief on the mentalhealth of people with IDD. It will focus primarily onsupporting people through grief and loss. Techniques andtools will be introduced for support with healing.  \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives \n\n\n\n\nParticipants will be able to name 3 sources of grief inthe lives of people with IDD.\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will be able to describe the memory box technique.\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will be able to access and utilize theGoodbye Book for facilitating healing. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Presenter \n\n\n\nKaryn Harvey\, PhD\, has over 35 years experience workingas a clinician in the field of intellectual disabilities. Karyn isan author\, therapist\, and trainer and is a leader in trauma-informed supports for people with intellectual anddevelopmental disabilities. 
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/supporting-people-with-idd-through-grief-and-loss/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250611T173045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T173046Z
UID:6943-1753351200-1753354800@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:The ADA Today: 4th Thursday ADA Talks
DESCRIPTION:Hosted By: \n\n\n\nUniversity of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI)\, Southeast ADA Center\, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/the-ada-today-4th-thursday-ada-talks/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250709T153046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T153130Z
UID:7152-1753794000-1753797600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:The American with Disabilities Act: Celebrating 35 Years\, Shaping the Future_Live Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:During the month of July\, the Human Development Institute will share short videos about how the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) has changed life for people with disabilities. During this live panel\, you can ask questions to the people who shared their stories in the videos.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/the-american-with-disabilities-act-celebrating-35-years-shaping-the-future-live-panel-discussion/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250611T173415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T125011Z
UID:6961-1756375200-1756378800@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:The Road Forward: Community Transportation Access and Mobility: 4th Thursday ADA Talks
DESCRIPTION:Hosted By: \n\n\n\nUniversity of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI)\, Southeast ADA Center\, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. \n\n\n\nSpeaker\n\n\n\n\nBill Wagner\, Director\,Coordinating Council on Access and Mobility (CCAM)Technical Assistance Center (CCAM-TAC)
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/veterans-with-disabilities-in-higher-ed-4th-thursday-ada-talks/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250110T195028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T195030Z
UID:6027-1756470600-1756472400@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Kentucky Disability Benefits 101 Lunch & Learn – 5th Friday’s
DESCRIPTION:At the end of the 30 minutes\, you will be able 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\nFacilitators: Carolyn Wheeler; Supported Employment Training Project\, Human Development Institute/UK and Jeff White; Quality Assurance Coordinator for Employment Services
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/kentucky-disability-benefits-101-lunch-learn-5th-fridays-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250813T140722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T140723Z
UID:7320-1757952000-1757955600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Gestalt Language Processing Part 1: ECHO in AAC Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/gestalt-language-processing-part-1-echo-in-aac-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250811T165525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T180420Z
UID:7298-1758718800-1758726000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Improving Transition Outcomes for Youth with Disabilities : HDI Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Dylan Kissack\, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor\, Kentucky Career Center\, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation; Kara Ayers\, PhD\, Associate Professor and Associate Director at the University of Cincinnati Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCCEDD); Austin Nugent\, Disability Program Administrator\, Human Development Institute\, University of Kentucky; Tony LoBianco\, PhD\, Director of Kentucky Post School Outcomes (KYPSO) project\, Human Development Institute\, University of Kentucky. \n\n\n\nDescription: This presentation will focus on transition into adulthood for youth with disabilities. Following a data driven discussion of post school outcomes for youth with disabilities in Kentucky\, presenters will highlight ways for improving outcomes for youth with disabilities in employment\, education\, and health care. In addition\, resources and information for youth with disabilities\, family members\, and professionals will be identified. \n\n\n\nCRC credits are approved in Rehabilitation Counseling. CRC credits are in conjunction with the Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. School Psychologists may receive up to 2 CPD clock hours. Continuing Education units are approved for Physical Therapy for a category 2 course. This seminar is part of the HDI Seminar Series.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-with-disabilities-hdi-seminar-series/
CATEGORIES:HDI Seminar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250611T173852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T183645Z
UID:6971-1758794400-1758798000@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:ADA Title II for PDFs and Basic Accessibility Techniques: 4th Thursday ADA Talks
DESCRIPTION:Hosted By: \n\n\n\nUniversity of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI)\, Southeast ADA Center\, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. \n\n\n\nIn This WebinarLearn how to meet accessibility requirements for digital documents under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This presentation will cover the essentials of making PDF files accessible\, including document setup\, tagging basics\, and common remediation techniques. Participants will leave with practical skills to identify issues\, fix barriers\, and ensure documents are usable with assistive technology.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/digital-access-4th-thursday-ada-talks/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250904T143512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T143514Z
UID:7480-1758803400-1758805200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:How a Paycheck Can Work witha Government Check
DESCRIPTION:For Students\, Family Members\, School Staff\, & Employment SpecialistsAt the end of the 30 minutes\, you will be able to use ky.db101.org/ to see how having a job in high school means you have more money now and when you graduate. \n\n\n\nNo registration is required. Captioning on Zoom will be available. \n\n\n\nFacilitators:  \n\n\n\nCarolyn Wheeler\, M.S.\, CPWIC Supported Employment Training Project Human Development Institute/UK \n\n\n\nJeff White\, MBA\, CPWICQuality Assurance Coord. EmploymentDiv. of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/how-a-paycheck-can-work-witha-government-check/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250813T140921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T140922Z
UID:7322-1759161600-1759165200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Tobii Dynavox Device Layouts: ECHO in AAC Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/tobii-dynavox-device-layouts-echo-in-aac-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250916T160523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T160557Z
UID:7593-1760040000-1760043600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:The Role of Work Related Play in Laying a Foundation for Adult Careers 
DESCRIPTION:Free Live Virtual Training \n\n\n\nReserve your spot today for an upcoming training for childcare providers.  \n\n\n\nThis training will focus on ways to incorporate work related play into the lives of children with disabilities as a tool to increase job exploration and attainment as they grow. Participants will be prepared to expand work related play within the settings they care for children.  \n\n\n\nPresented by Child Care Aware of Kentucky\, UK Human Development Institute\, and the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/the-role-of-work-related-play-in-laying-a-foundation-for-adult-careers/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T140000
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SUMMARY:The Role of Work Related Play in Laying a Foundation for Adult Careers 
DESCRIPTION:Free Live Virtual Training \n\n\n\nReserve your spot today for an upcoming training for childcare providers.  \n\n\n\nThis training will focus on ways to incorporate work related play into the lives of children with disabilities as a tool to increase job exploration and attainment as they grow. Participants will be prepared to expand work related play within the settings they care for children.  \n\n\n\nPresented by Child Care Aware of Kentucky\, UK Human Development Institute\, and the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/the-role-of-work-related-play-in-laying-a-foundation-for-adult-careers-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20251009T165226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T165506Z
UID:7657-1760619600-1760623200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Expanding Access: Leveraging Strategic Partnerships and Funding toward Transportation Options
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 16\, 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Online via Zoom\n\n\n\nCost: Free to attend. Registration is required.\n\n\n\nCRC Credits: 1 CRC credit available. \n\n\n\nHosted by: the Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center for Quality Employment (VRTAC-QE) \n\n\n\nEvent Details:  \n\n\n\nThis webinar will share new ways to improve transportation for people with disabilities and older adults. Participants will learn how communities can work together to create more travel options and use funding wisely to support them. \n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\nChristina Espinosa; Division Director of Community Education at the University of Kentucky’s Human Development Institute. \n\n\n\nStuart Rumrill; postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Kinesiology and Community Health at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/expanding-access-leveraging-strategic-partnerships-and-funding-toward-transportation-options/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250813T141110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T160331Z
UID:7332-1760976000-1760979600@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Finding Devices Near Me: ECHO in AAC Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/gestalt-language-processing-part-2-echo-in-aac-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250811T165700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T193857Z
UID:7300-1761138000-1761145200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Relationships and Dating for People with Disabilities: HDI Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:This session explores how people with disabilities navigate dating\, love\, and long-term relationships\, breaking stereotypes and highlighting real experiences. Presenters will share stories\, strategies\, and encouragement around building meaningful connections. The goal is to foster understanding\, normalize disability and relationships\, and provide a safe space for open discussion.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/relationships-and-dating-for-people-with-disabilities-hdi-seminar-series/
CATEGORIES:HDI Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T180851
CREATED:20250611T174008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T174009Z
UID:6981-1761213600-1761217200@hdi.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Court Cases and the ADA: 4th Thursday ADA Talks
DESCRIPTION:Hosted By: \n\n\n\nUniversity of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI)\, Southeast ADA Center\, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.
URL:https://hdi.uky.edu/event/court-cases-and-the-ada-4th-thursday-ada-talks/
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