The Michigan Association of CommunityMental Health Boards
&
The Michigan Department ofCommunity HealthPresent:
Improving the Lives of People with Developmental Disabilities
A Series of Education Sessions for Providers and CaregiversJune 3, 2008
Holiday Inn South, Lansing
*Qualifies for 6.0 CEU’s for Social Workers*
Featuring:
- Beth Aimone, Clinical Psychologist, The Guidance Center
- Lisa Arens, Case Manager, CMH Authority, Clinton-Eaton-Ingham Counties
- Jason Hamel, The Guidance Center
- Richard Kornspan, Occupational Therapist, The Guidance Center
- Rene Kuneman, Occupational Therapist, The Guidance Center
- Christine Lennon, Behavioral Specialist, North Country CMH
- Janet Pohl, Parent
- Donna Rickman, Occupational Therapist, The Guidance Center
- Andrea Sarto, Clinical Director, North Country CMH
- Jeanne Tomlinson, Consultant, Special Education, Ingham ISD
Purpose: The purpose of this training is to improve the quality of lives of children with developmental disabilities and their families who are served by Michigan’s public mental health system.
Abstract: This session will focus on how several CMHSPs have developed a service array which promotes family choice while supporting permanence for these children. Essentially, quality of life for all children begins with experiencing consistent, nurturing relationships as a family member. Within the context of these relationships, children grow and develop to their full potential. By expanding service options beyond the provision of respite and case management, and offering an array of specialty mental health services and supports, CMHSPs can promote permanence in the family and inclusion in the community for children with developmental disabilities.Learning Objectives: At the end of this activity, participants will have increased knowledge in: 1) Expanding the array of specialty mental health services and supports that meet the needs of children with DD and their families; 2) Understanding of one developmental, child led intervention model to improve social-communication skills for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders; and 3) Understand essential elements of quality transition planning.
Who Can Attend: This training will be valuable for all developmental disability program directors, case managers, supports coordinators, providers and caregivers.
Credits: The Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards, provider #1140, is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) www.aswb.org through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. The Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards maintains responsibility for the program. Social workers participating in this conference will receive 6.0 Continuing Education Clock Hours. **You must attend the entire full day to receive credit. Participants who arrive late or depart early will not receive credit; NO PARTIAL CREDIT WILL BE GIVEN. THERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.
Cost: $98 This registration fee includes breaks, one continental breakfast, lunch and conference materials.
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Substitutions are permitted at any time. No shows will be billed at the full training rate. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 10 business days prior to the training for a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. If cancellation is received less than 10 business days prior to the training, no refund can be given. You may email cancellations to gknapp@macmhb.org.
Overnight Accommodations: Registrants are responsible for their own overnight accommodations. Call the Holiday Inn South at 517-694-8123. Be sure to mention you are with the Michigan Association of CMH Boards to receive the $79 price. Parking is free.
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