Month: July 2022

The California Gatherings – Resource Notes #109 and #110

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Resource Note #110 – Rethinking Mental Health for Neurodiversity Equity and Inclusion webinar; Trauma Informed Support and the Path to Healing; Trauma Informed Services and Supports Resource Note #109 – Reshaping Person-Centered Planning; DSP Survey; Person Centered Approaches to Healthcare Decision Making; 2022 TLCPCP Virtual Gathering; HSA International Learning Event

Rethinking Mental Health for Neurodiversity Equity and Inclusion

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Please note this is a free virtual training Date: July 29thTime: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm PDTLocation: Virtual Amplifying the voices of and building on the work of autistic and other neurodivergent self-advocates, this presentation by Dr. Lau compares differences between the medical and social model of disability, highlights historical and societal factors resulting in inequity for neurodivergent individuals, and provides suggestions for moving forward … Read more

Trauma Informed Care: How and why it is essential for service and support agencies

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“Trauma-informed care” requires supporters to recognize, understand, and respond to the effects of all types of trauma. Trauma is defined by Nancy Smyth, professor at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work as “…a wide range of situations where people are physically threatened, hurt or violated, or when they witness others in these situations.” … Read more