Improving Transition Outcomes for Youth with Disabilities : HDI Seminar Series
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 […]
ADA Title II for PDFs and Basic Accessibility Techniques: 4th Thursday ADA Talks
Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. In 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 […]
How a Paycheck Can Work witha Government Check
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. No registration is required. Captioning on Zoom will be available. Facilitators: Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., […]
Relationships and Dating for People with Disabilities: HDI Seminar Series
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. […]
Court Cases and the ADA: 4th Thursday ADA Talks
Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.
How a Paycheck Can Work witha Government Check
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. No registration is required. Captioning on Zoom will be available. Facilitators: Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., […]
Kentucky Disability Benefits 101 Lunch & Learn – 5th Friday’s
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. Facilitators: Carolyn Wheeler; Supported Employment Training Project, Human Development Institute/UK and Jeff White; Quality Assurance Coordinator for Employment Services
Self-Advocate LEND Trainee Panel: HDI Seminar Series
The Kentucky LEND program, or Leadership Education in Neurodevelopment Disabilities, is a federally funded program committed to developing leaders among future professionals in disability-related fields. LEND self-advocate trainees will describe […]
Disability and Physical Activity: HDI Seminar Series
Physical activity and exercise can greatly improve health and quality of life for people with disabilities. This seminar will provide participants the opportunity to learn the benefits of building healthy, […]
Individualized Education Programs: HDI Seminar Series
The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is one of the most important parts of a quality education for students with a disability. This seminar will explain the IEP process as well […]
Demystifying Autism Diagnosis: HDI Seminar Series
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 […]