Centers for Independent Living: Our nation’s network of more than 400 Centers for Independent Living (CILs) are a terrific resource for students in the transition years, and for those working with them to plan for the future.
Hidden Disabilities and Workforce Readiness: According to the US Department of Education, approximately half of the six million children in special education programs in the United States, have learning disabilities.
New Year, New Site: Effective communication is a two-way street, so learning to LISTEN is vital. Students can be instructed in a set of “active listening” skills to help them improve communication, especially on the job.
It’s My Future!: Students with disabilities need to LEARN how to DISAGREE (respectfully) as part of transition. It is a vital aspect of self-advocacy and an important safety skill.
National Disability Employment Month: How can young people with disabilities plan for, and decide about, disability disclosure?
Helping Military Families: Many Parent Centers have military installations in their areas of responsibility. What about those service members who are not on installations? There are many military-connected families in areas that do not live or work behind the gates or walls of a typical installation.