Join us as we tour www.BenefitU.org, a free, user-friendly platform designed to help beneficiaries, families, and service providers navigate Social Security benefits and employment. We’ll introduce you to the brand-new client portal, where users can make SSI calculations, track wages, and explore work incentives that help people maximize their potential. Learn how BenefitU can help […]
It’s How you Show up: Effectively Facilitating Relationships and Implementing Tools that Support Lasting Partnerships In today’s dynamic and interconnected world, the strength of our relationships and partnerships can make or break our success. Thing session, "It's How You Show Up," focuses on the critical skills and tools needed to foster effective relationships and build […]
I’ll tell a brief story about my experience in the Mental Health system from being hospitalized, homeless, and going through the process of seeking services to help me achieve stability. Housing, and supportive employment. I’ll discuss the limitations of these support programs, and how important it is to advocate for what we need. Presenter: Shalese […]
In this engaging webinar, we will explore alternative tools and technologies designed to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities who are nonspeaking or have limited communication strategies in place. Participants will discover a variety of innovative strategies that enhance effective communication, foster connections, and promote understanding. We will delve into practical approaches for engaging with nonspeaking […]
People with disabilities are often treated as though they are unable to make decisions or cannot be trusted to make “the right” decision. While staff and family may think they are protecting their client or loved one, this misguided attempt at protection instead leads to diminished self-determination and stolen independence. In this session, learn about […]
In today's competitive job market, attracting diverse talent is more important than ever. This session will explore proven strategies for equitable recruiting and interviewing, including how to remove bias from job ads, streamline candidate evaluation, and ensure fairness at every stage of the hiring process. Learn how to design interviews that focus on skills and […]
This session shows you the journey Tucker Collins took to find his dream job as a photographer. We will look at his emerging business and current work as a photographer for the Worcester Red Sox. In addition, we’ll talk about the steps you can take with your program participants to help them discover what they […]
Everyone deserves tools to support their mental wellness, and in this course, we’ll dive into how mental wellness impacts every part of our lives—from how we work to how we connect with others. We’ll explore the importance of recognizing when our mental health needs attention, and how building strong habits can lead to more success […]
Storytelling is an impactful way to spread awareness. People telling their stories adds depth to an issue that numbers can’t. This webinar will review storytelling as a form of advocacy, provide a way to put your story together, and share how to arrange your story for different audiences. Presenters: Jenny Crook and Ryan Riggs Jenny […]
Noah will share his experience creating income from his interests as an autistic man. Known online as NoahTheOtter, his YouTube channel continues to grow. Have you ever thought about using the information that's constantly floating around in your mind as a means of starting your own career? Listen to my tale of how I started […]
