Human Development Institute

NeuroNode AAC Options: TAALC ECHO in AAC
2025-04-14 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
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.

Presenter: Tricia McGee, CCC-SLP – Control BionicsThis ECHO presentation focuses on the features of NeuroNode from Control Bionics.

How 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.

Medicaid Waivers: HDI Seminar Series
2025-04-11 13:00 - 15:00
Presenter: Alisha Clark

Description: 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.

Objectives:

1. Outline an overview of Medicaid waivers and the services provided.

2. Develop an understanding of the process of applying for Medicaid waivers to service delivery options for Medicaid waivers.

3. Discuss Medicaid waiver resources available to guide the process.

Assistive Technology and Universal Design to Promote Competitive Integrated Employment
2025-04-01 12:00 - 13:00
The Disability Community, Health, and World of Work Webinar Series by the UK Human Development Institute and RETAIN Kentucky

Presented by:

Christina Espinosa, MRC, CRC; Division Director of Community Education, Human Development Institute

Dr. Kathy Sheppard-Jones, PhD, CRC; Associate Graduate Faculty, Human Development Institute

During this webinar, the presenters will:

-Define assistive technology and universal design

-Examine the intersection of disability, universal design, and workplace participation

-Describe ways in which workers with disabilities can employ these devices and strategies toward successful employment while maximizing organizational potential

Communication Goals Transition-age Youth: 4th Friday TAALC TOPICS Webinar Series
2025-03-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Online
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.

Session Topic: This session will focus on selecting communication goals across communication competencies, using tools to assess current communication functioning, and team strategies for implementing goals with a focus on transition-age youth and the tools necessary to encourage and improve communication in school and community settings.

WeaveChat AAC Features: TAALC ECHO in AAC
2025-03-17 16:00 - 17:00
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.

Presenter: Laura Stone, CCC-SLPThis ECHO session will focus on the features of the WeaveChat AAC application.

How 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.

Employer Supports for Families with Young Children: Employment First and RETAIN Kentucky Employer Seminar Series
2025-03-13 12:00 - 12:45 | Zoom Online
Join Subject Matter Experts, Kate Dean and Bethany Davis as they share:

-Child Care Aware of Kentucky programming and support for employers.

-State and national resources for supporting employees with young children.

-Kentucky based examples of employer-child care partnerships.

-Strategies to assess employee needs and KY based resources available to assist.

Universal Design Certificate Open House
2025-03-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Online
The University of Kentucky School of Interiors and Human Development Institute are partnering to offer two Open Houses for the Universal Design Certificate. Individuals across a variety of disciplines deploy Principles of Universal Design to make products, systems, buildings, and other environments accessible to all. Read more about Universal Design here: https://universaldesign.ie/about-universal-design/the-7-principles.

The Universal Design Certificate is a 12-credit hour (4 course) program, with new students beginning their course of study in the Fall 2025 semester. Required courses can be joined synchronously in person or via Zoom. This certificate is also available to University of Kentucky employees and can be covered by the Employee Education Program.

Supporting the Development of Communication in Children with Disabilities: HDI Seminar Series
2025-03-07 13:00 - 15:00
Presenter: Janine L. Schmedding Bartley, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Associate Professor, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Kentucky.

Register now at https://uky.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsf-qrqTsqH9LKPULg2mFhDkzJVck_sXkN

Description: This panel will provide an overview of how the principles of multi-modal communication can be used to support communication development for children with disabilities so that they can have access to communication in all parts of their lives. During the panel, past LEND trainees and clinicians will share specific strategies that caregivers, educators, and providers can use to support communication development in their day-to-day interactions with children with disabilities.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the value of multi-modal communication

Describe three strategies you can use to support communication development

Describe communication options for children who are non-speakers

Early Care and Education clock hours are pending from the Division of Child Care. School Psychologists may receive up to 2 CPD clock hours. Continuing Education units are approved for Physical Therapy for a category 2 course.

Universal Design Certificate Open House
2025-02-26 13:00 - 14:00 | In-person Gray Design Building Room 109, 349 Scott Street, Lexington KY, Kentucky, 40506

Tobii-Dynavox Page Sets and Applications –TD SNAP Original, Motor Planning, Bi-lingual: TAALC ECHO in AAC
2025-02-24 16:00 - 17:00
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.R

Presenter – Laken Parsons Clark, CCC-SLP Tobii DynavoxThis ECHO presentation focuses on features of page sets for Tobii-Dynavox page sets including original, motor planning and Bilingual page sets.

How 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.

The Changing Nature of the American Disability Community: Implications for Return to Work: RETAIN Lunch & Learn Seminar Series
2025-02-24 12:00 - 13:00
Presented by Dr. Phillip Rumrill

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!

During this webinar, Dr Rumrill will:

-Discuss the role and participation of people with disabilities in the Covid-era economy

-Examine return to work and stay-at-work strategies that build an inclusive workforce.

-Describe ways in which workers with disabilities can help employers address the national labor shortage.

Communication Goals and the IEP: 4th Friday TAALC TOPICS Webinar Series
2025-02-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Online
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.

Session Topic: This session will focus on selecting communication goals across communication competencies, using tools to assess current communication functioning, and team strategies for implementing goals.

Resources Employer can use to Promote Stay at and Return to Work: Employer Seminar Series_Kentucky’s Employment First Council and RETAIN Kentucky
2025-02-18 12:00 - 12:45
Join RETAIN Kentucky’s Elizabeth Thompson and Kimberly Wickert to:

1) Review free resources available in Kentucky and Nationally

2) Hear how to access those resources

3) Discuss ways RETAIN Kentucky promotes Stay at Work for your workers

Inclusive Higher Education: HDI Seminar Series
2025-02-14 13:00 - 15:00
Presenters: Erin Fitzgerald, Johnny Collett, and panelists

Description: This panel will provide an overview of the Kentucky Supported Higher Education Partnership (KSHEP). KSHEP is a network of colleges and universities offering inclusive postsecondary educations programs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. During the panel, some current and former students will share about their experiences and why inclusive postsecondary programs are important.

Learning Objectives:

Explore the history of supported higher education programs in Kentucky, as well as the increasing inclusive postsecondary options across the country.

Discuss the benefits of inclusive education programs in relation to self-advocacy, career exploration, and community engagement.

Learn from current and former students from inclusive postsecondary programs, who will share about their experiences in college and beyond.

School Psychologists may receive up to 2 CPD clock hours. Continuing Education units are approved for Physical Therapy for a category 2 course. CRC credits are approved in Rehabilitation Counseling are in conjunction with the Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation.

KY LEND: Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Open House
2025-02-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 | zoom online
The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute is accepting applications from UK, EKU, and UofL graduate students across disciplines for the 2025 – 2026 Kentucky Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND). The Kentucky LEND is also open to non-student applicants who identify as persons with neurodevelopmental disabilities or their family members.

JOIN US FOR AN OPEN HOUSE TO LEARN MORE!

AAC Grid Options from Talk-to-me Technologies: TAALC ECHO in AAC
2025-02-10 16:00 - 17:00
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.

Presenter: Haley Ross, CCC-SLP – Consultant for Talk-to-me TechnologiesThis ECHO presentation focuses on key features of AAC Grid I options from Talk-to-me Technologies and criteria for matching features with client needs.

How 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.

Kentucky Disability Benefits 101 Lunch & Learn - 5th Friday's
2025-01-31 12:30 - 13:00
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

Myths and Facts about Hiring and Retaining Workers with Disabilities: RETAIN Lunch & Learn Seminar Series
2025-01-28 12:00 - 13:00
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!

Presented by Dr. Phillip Rumrill

During this webinar, Dr Rumrill will:

-Discuss the role and participation of people with disabilities in the Covid-era economy

-Examine return to work and stay-at-work strategies that build an inclusive workforce.

-Describe ways in which workers with disabilities can help employers address the national labor shortage.

Motor Planning within LAMP, Unity, and Saltillo: TAALC ECHO in AAC
2025-01-27 16:00 - 17:00
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.

Presenter: John Thompson, CCC/SLPThis ECHO session focuses on the motor planning aspects of 3 robust AAC Apps LAMP, Unity, and Saltillo.

How 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.

Promote Employee's Mental Health and Wellness with Trauma Informed Leadership: Employment First and RETAIN Kentucky Employer Seminar Series
2025-01-14 12:00 - 12:45 | Zoom Online
Join Subject Matter Expert, Kellie Burke as she:

1.) Shares the definition and goal of trauma informed leadership

2.) Discusses strategies to develop trauma informed leaders in your organization

3.) Reviews how Trauma informed leaders can promote worker mental wellness

Recruit Workers through the Coalition for Workforce Diversity
2024-12-18 12:00 - 12:45
Presented by RETAIN Kentucky and Employment First

Join Kitty Zachary and Susan Brown to Hear How the Coalition Can Support Employers in their Recruitment Efforts

Working with Words: TAALC ECHO in AAC
2024-12-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Online
Live Interdisciplinary webinar series to address needs in supporting AAC Users. Each 1-hour session includes a teaching presentation and a case study.

Session Topic: “Working with Words”. In this session, Participants will discuss why working with words, spelling and phonemic awareness is important for AAC users. Strategies to support working with words, including spelling for AAC users, will be introduced.

Writing: TAALC ECHO in AAC
2024-11-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Online
Live Interdisciplinary webinar series to address needs in supporting AAC Users. Each 1-hour session includes a teaching presentation and a case study.

Session Topic: “Writing”.

Participants will discuss how oral and written language are connected. Strategies to support writing, including AT and AAC devices, will be introduced.

Core Vocabulary and Curriculum: 4th Friday TAALC TOPICS Webinar Series
2024-11-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Online
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.

Session Topic: Core Vocabulary and Curriculum focuses on teaching core vocabulary through curriculum including core word(s) of the week, words with books, words with music, words in content. Resources and tools provided.

"Equip Kids with Durable Medical Equipment (DME)"
2024-11-21 09:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-19 09:00 - 16:30 | HDI CATS, 2358 Nicholasville Road Suite 180, Lexington, Kentucky
Join us at HDI CATS, the Center for Assistive Technology Services, as we showcase our pediatric DME. There are many pieces of DME available, both free and through the lending library. Staff will be available to assist and answer all questions.

This is a two-day event on Tuesday November 19th and November 21st.

Workplace Discrimination against People with Disabilities: A Not So Silent Epidemic: RETAIN Lunch & Learn Seminar Series
2024-11-19 12:00 - 13:00
Presenter: Phillip Rumrill, PhD, CRC Director of Research, University of Kentucky Human Development Institute

During this webinar, Dr. Rumrill will:– Describe the implications of workplace discrimination data to the total workforce inclusion imperative – Examine the workplace discrimination experiences of Americans with disabilities from a health perspective– Present data from the Federal government concerning allegations of workplace discrimination filed by people with disabilities under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act since 1992

This webinar is part of the Disability Community, Health, and World of Work Webinar Series by the UK Human Development Institute and RETAIN Kentucky.

How a Paycheck Can Work with a Government Check: Supported Employment Training Project
2024-11-19 10:00 - 10:30 | Zoom Online
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.

Facilitators:Carolyn Wheeler, M.S., CPWICSupported Employment Training ProjectHuman Development Institute/UK

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

Self-Regulation: A Key Developmental Skill and Challenge in the Human Condition panel presentation-HDI Seminar Series
2024-11-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom Online
Session description: This didactic presentation has been created and will be presented from a two-discipline perspective including Occupational Therapy and Psychology. A panel discussion will follow the didactic presentation. Self-regulation, the ability to manage energy levels, emotions, actions and attention, is a key developing skill for individuals of all ages and contributes significantly to individuals’ life choices as well as to their relationships at work, home, and community. People in the disability community may be especially interested in considering the impact of self-regulation on their lives as well as contributing factors of attention, information processing, behavioral rehearsal, problem solving, and societally driven beliefs and experiences related to their own learning capabilities and rights.

Panelists: Myra Beth Bundy, PhD, BCBA, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Professor of Psychology, Eastern Kentucky University; Shirley P. O’Brien, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy, Eastern Kentucky University; Scott D. Tomchek, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Professor of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics; Tyler Metcalf, MS, MA Eastern Kentucky University, Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program, Assistant Coordinator, Eastern Kentucky University’s Trauma and Suicide Prevention Specialty Clinic, LEND Trainee.
