Court Cases and the ADA: 4th Thursday ADA Talks
2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Kentucky
Hosted By:

University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.

How a Paycheck Can Work with a Government Check
2025-10-23 12:30 - 13:00 | Kentucky
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., CPWIC Supported Employment Training Project Human Development Institute/UK

Jeff White, MBA, CPWICQuality Assurance Coord. EmploymentDiv. of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

Introduction to Core Vocabulary: TAALC Tuesday Topics
2025-10-28 16:00 - 17:00 | zoom online

Kentucky Disability Benefits 101 Lunch & Learn – 5th Friday’s
2025-10-31 12:30 - 13:00 | Kentucky
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

Collaborative Partnerships: ECHO in AAC Fall 2025
2025-11-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Online

The Role of Work Related Play in Laying a Foundation for Adult Careers
2025-11-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Online
Free Live Virtual Training

Reserve your spot today for an upcoming training for childcare providers.

This 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.

Presented by Child Care Aware of Kentucky, UK Human Development Institute, and the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities

Core Vocabulary and Curriculum: TAALC Tuesday Topics
2025-11-18 16:00 - 17:00 | zoom online

Self-Advocate LEND Trainee Panel: HDI Seminar Series
2025-11-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Kentucky
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 their LEND experiences through this panel. Attendees will learn about what these self-advocates are doing today in their respective professional careers and how they are using the knowledge and experience they have gained to create a better world for all people with disabilities.

Gestalt Language Processing Part 2: ECHO in AAC Fall 2025
2025-12-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Online

Housing Futures Project Open House
2026-01-23 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-03 10:00 - 14:00 | HDI CATS, 2358 Nicholasville Rd,Ste 180, Lexington, Kentucky, 40503, United States
Join the University of Kentucky Human Development Institute for an informational session about the new Housing Futures Project, funded by the Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities.

This project aims to expand affordable, accessible housing options for Kentuckians with developmental disabilities. The session will include a brief presentation, followed by time for questions and the opportunity to begin the individual assessment process for yourself or a family member.

Open Houses: Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND), Graduate Certificate in Developmental Disabilities, Undergraduate and Graduate Certificates in Universal Design
2026-02-05 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-02-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Kentucky
Join one of two open houses to learn more about four exciting academic programs being offered through the UK Human Development Institute. These programs are now accepting new students for the fall 2026 semester. Students with questions are encouraged to contact the HDI Division Director of Training, Dr. RachelWomack at rachel.womack@uky.edu.

Donuts & Devices: Spring 26 ECHO in AAC
2026-02-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Kentucky
Live Interdisciplinary webinar series to address needs in supporting AAC Users.

How a Paycheck Can Work With a Government Check: Supported Employment Training Project
2026-02-11 12:30 - 13:00, 2026-03-11 12:30 - 13:00 | Kentucky
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.

Facilitators:

Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., CPWIC

Supported Employment Training Project Human Development Institute/University of Kentucky

Jeff White, MBA, CPWIC

Quality Assurance Coordinator for Employment Services Division of Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

Disability and Physical Activity: HDI Seminar Series
2026-02-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Kentucky
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, inclusive communities. Resources for adapted sports programs that are available for individuals with disabilities will also be discussed.

Toys with a Purpose: Spring 26 ECHO in AAC
2026-02-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Kentucky

Introduction to the Training Innovation Project (TIP)
2026-02-24 13:00 - 13:45 | Kentucky
This session highlights how TIP supports vocational rehabilitation professionals with innovative training, practical tools, and skill building strategies.

ADA Five Titles Focus: 4th Thursday ADA Talks 2026
2026-02-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Kentucky
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.

Individualized Education Programs: HDI Seminar Series
2026-03-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Kentucky
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 as the teamwork necessary to effectively write and implement an IEP that meets the student’s unique learning needs.

Role-Playing Games: How Fantasy Can Build Reality for Neurodivergent Communities: MERGE Webinar Series
2026-03-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Kentucky
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.

Communication IEP Goals : TAALC Tuesday Topics
2026-03-17 16:00 - 17:00 | zoom online

Trauma & Mental Health: Rooted & Rising In-Person Learning Opportunity
2026-03-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Laurel County Health Department, 525 Whitley Street, London, Kentucky, 40741
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.

Trauma & Mental Health: Rooted & Rising Virtual Learning Opportunity
2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom Online

Sensory Systems
2026-03-21 10:00 - 12:00 | UK Extension Office, 1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, Kentucky, 40504
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.

Trauma Informed Care-AAC Users: Spring 26 ECHO in AAC
2026-03-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Kentucky

Assistive Technology (AT) and Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC): Lunch & Learn
2026-03-24 12:30 - 13:30 | Kentucky
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/).

Christina 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.

Housing Futures

Jacqui 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).

Jacqui 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.

ADA Title I-Employment Protections: 4th Thursday ADA Talks 2026
2026-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Kentucky
