Disability Mentoring Day is an annual international event meant to promote career development for students and job-seekers and make employers aware of an available pool of qualified candidates. Each year, in October, a DMD event occurs and opens up many opportunities and possibilities for youth who are exploring their career options. Region 1 in Montana recently shared one young man’s DMD… Read more →
Soft Skills are Important!
No matter what goals your child has for adult life, it is important to remember the need for building a good base of soft skills. This article (click here) talks about this skills set for college bound students. Read more →
Through Your Child’s Eyes
The “Through Your Child’s Eyes” tool from Understood.org is a great way to share and understand learning differences. Please take a look and share with others! http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/the-tool-that-helped-me-finally-get-what-its-like_us_578e6bfde4b06fcf086d3426 Read more →
Family Transition Plan Training– Billings and Butte
Transition planning is most successful when it includes the family and when parents AND youth have the necessary support. There are two training opportunities for families in transition planning coming up in August– in Billings and in Butte. Click HERE for more information! Read more →
Loans available for Assistive Technology
http://matl.ruraldynamics.org/ Rural Dynamics (RDI) has a loan program for anyone with a disability who needs to purchase assistive technology, including home modifications, vehicle purchases, equipment for school and home life, etc. RDI also helps the borrower with budgeting and financial counseling to ensure success with the loan. Click on the above web address for more information. Read more →
Community Investment Fund Applications are Available!
Applications are now being accepted for the 2016 Community Investment Fund and are due May 1st. Do you have an interesting idea or project to promote inclusion for people with disabilities? Would a small amount of start-up funds help you get your project off the ground? Applications for the Community Investment Fund are now being accepted…complete and return your application… Read more →
Providing Guardianship and Supported Decision Making Information
Resources for Making Guardianship Decisions The process of helping students and parents make decisions about guardianship, conservatorship and supported decision making can be confusing, emotional and overwhelming. There are no easy answers for this process, and there is not a one-size fits all approach, either. However, there are resources available to help youth and families make informed decisions. PLUK (Parents,… Read more →
Montana Association of the Blind
Montana Association of the Blind MAB provides/helps with the following items: Getting to know others in your area, your age group, with your eye condition, Connecting with others who as a blind person have faced employment, dating, raising a family ? Interest-free loans for equipment, programs for young people like skiing / hiking, camps (recreational / science) or scholarships or… Read more →
Free talk radio discussion: Transitioning from high school to college
Blog Talk Radio has a great series on ADA laws and Episode 28 is a wonderful analysis and support for students with disabilities who are looking at attending college. The on-demand episodes are free. Click here for the free episode. Read more →
Accessing Accommodations after High School
Help your Young Adult Learn about Accessing Accommodations after High School This publication from the PACER Center, Inc is a resource for parents and teachers who want to help their youth understand how and when to access accommodations after high school. This resource has guides and information about disclosure and what to know when requesting accommodations. Read more →
Transitioning from high school to college
Thinking about what you will do after high school can be both an exciting and scary experience. The number of students with disabilities attending college is increasing each year. Students who attend college demonstrate growth in many areas: academic skills, social skills, independence, self-advocacy skills, and self-confidence. Students find that they need to begin planning for college while in high… Read more →