Community Event

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires full and equal access for people with disabilities in all areas of public life, including healthcare settings. Yet, many children and adults with disabilities face limited access, inadequate communication, and lack of accommodations when visiting a health provider. This webinar will provide an overview of the ADA as […]

This session will provide an overview of healthcare transition and describe its importance as it relates to youth and youth adults with special healthcare needs and their families. We will review resources created by Got Transition including A Family Toolkit: Pediatric-To-Adult Health Care Transition and Health Care Transition Readiness Assessment for Students with an IEP

The Pathway to Prosperity Conference is THE event in North Carolina to address the entire range of events that can affect an individual’s or family’s financial well-being. The Conference offers sessions about consumer finance issues, access to banking, and strategies to close the racial wealth divide and more. Can register onsite at event. Learn more:

Mental health is a critical component of overall well being. In this session, commonly seen mental health concerns at various phases of life will be presented. Topics will include life transitions, grief/loss, relationships, and more. Families and caregivers will learn practical strategies to help promote mental health throughout the lifespan of individuals with Down syndrome

In this session, you will learn about skin conditions seen in people with Down syndrome. The skin is our biggest organ and certainly the most visible, so there will be a lot to discuss! We will start with more common conditions such as dry skin and lips, folliculitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, alopecia areata, and infections such

An estimated 20% of individuals with Down syndrome can have a co-occurring diagnosis of autism. This presentation will discuss the characteristics of autism in Down syndrome, methods for diagnosing, best practices for a new diagnosis, and priority interventions that are useful across the spectrum. Dr. Patel will also cover tips for navigating a dual diagnosis

Are you leveraging the benefits of apps and technology that can promote self-determination and autonomy with daily living skills? Learn about the types of enabling technology on the market (i.e., medication dispenser, Amazon Alexa products, sensor-based technology, self-regulating and wayfinding apps and much more) that empower independence and grant caregiver peace of mind. Discover resources

A Special Needs Plan is a national special needs planning firm based out of Charlotte, NC. This webinar discusses building a next support team, who might be on the team, and obstacles in this process. This event is sponsored by Autism After 18.

A Special Needs Plan is a national special needs planning firm based out of Charlotte, NC. This webinar explains what the Medicaid waiver is, who is eligible, what the requirements are, and how it might help you and your family. This webinar is sponsored by Autism After 18.

A Special Needs Plan is a national special needs planning firm based out of Charlotte, NC. This webinar answers the question, “What happens at 18?” through discussions of guardianship, government benefits, and fostering independence. It is a presentation sponsored by Autism After 18.