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Title:
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AF Aquatic Program Instructor Certification Course |
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When:
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- Saturday, January 20, 2007
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Where:
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Sampson Regional Medical Center, Clinton, NC |
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Description:
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Anyone who would like to be certified as an Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Instructor is invited to attend the AF Aquatic Program Instructor Certification Course scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2007 at Sampson Regional Medical Center in Clinton, NC. Jean Zoda, an experienced AF Aquatic Program leader and trainer, will be presenting the all-day course (8am – 5pm), which will cost only $20 (includes lunch and materials). |
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Sponsor:
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Arthritis Foundation and the NC Arthritis Program. |
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For More Info:
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Contact Jean Zoda at zodaj@earthlink.net |
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Title:
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A New Horizon Taking the Next Step: Preparing Youth with Disabilities for Post Secondary Education |
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When:
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- Saturday, January 27, 2007
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Where:
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NC A&T campus - 200 N. Benbow Rd., Greensboro, NC |
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Description:
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A New Horizon Taking the Next Step is an exciting one-day event designed for high school students with disabilities, their families, transition professionals, and others who are interested in learning about the opportunities for individuals with disabilities in higher education. The inspiring keynote presentation will consist of a panel of youth who are currently achieving great success in their transition to higher education. These panelists will share their personal experiences, successes, and challenges they faced as they transitioned from high school to college. Twelve informative training sessions are offered by professionals, students, and parents with extensive experience in the transition to higher education. Sessions focus on topics such as: Continental breakfast and lunch are included |
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Sponsor:
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For More Info:
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Barton Cutter – 1-800-662-7119 ext. 1180, bcutter@nc.eastersealsucp.com
Martha Hinton – 1-800-662-7119 ext. 1173, mhinton@nc.eastersealsucp.com |
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Title:
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Message Madness 2007 - Grassroots Training |
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When:
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- February 3rd, 2007
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Where:
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North Carolina Central University School of Law, Durham, NC |
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Description:
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"Message Madness" is a full-day grassroots training program for small non-profits and individuals that would like to become better advocates for their cause. Throughout the day, public-policy leaders in North Carolina conduct workshops and facilitate discussions that empower participants to take a more active role in the political process. Attendees leave "Message Madness" with the tools and information they need to communicate with legislators, mobilize their members, and use the media effectively.
To watch a short video about Message Madness, go to www.commonsense.org/video/MessageMadnessWeb.mov
2007 Featured Speakers: Rep. Verla Insko and Cynthia Brown.Other speakers include Marisol Jimenez McGee, El Pueblo; Bill Rowe, NC Justice Center; Paula Wolf, Paulatics LLC; Elizabeth Ouzts, EnvironmentNorth Carolina; Laura Leslie, WUNC-FM; Dan Kane, News and Observer; Bill Wilson, AARP; and Chris Fitzsimon, NC Policy Watch
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Sponsor:
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THE COMMON SENSE FOUNDATION |
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For More Info:
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For a detailed description of Message Madness and a full schedule of the day, go to www.common-sense.org/images/brochureMM.pdf
To register for the event, go here
A limited number of scholarship opportunities are available. To learn more, contact Brian Elderbroom by e-mail at brian@common-sense.org or by phone at 919-821-9270
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Title:
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Medicaid's Early, Periodic, Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment Benefit - Train the Trainer Sessions
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When:
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- Feb. 22nd, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Where:
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Greensboro, NC - Event Locations to be Announced |
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Description:
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Come learn how to train others about the benefits of Medicaid for children and youth! Free "train the trainer" sessions for parents and providers to increase your knowledge about Medicaid's Health Check and Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment benefits and give you the skills and knowledge needed to train other parents and advocates.. Participants have two times and locations to choose from. The exact locations will be announced shortly. Lunch will be provided and travel and lodging reimbursements are available. The trainings have limited availability and space will fill on a first come, first serve basis.
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Sponsor:
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National Health Law Program and the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities |
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For More Info:
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Contact: Sarah Somers or Jamie Brooks at the National Health Law Program (919) 968-6308 or email brooks@healthlaw.org |
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Title:
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Rocky Mount Transition Fair |
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When:
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- February 22, 2007
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Where:
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Nash Community College / Rocky Mount, NC |
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Description:
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Sponsor:
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Nash Rocky Mount Public Schools
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For More Info:
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Contact: Cyndi Steele at 252-903-1556 or e-mail clsteele@nrms.k12.nc.us |
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Title:
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Medicaid's Early, Periodic, Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment Benefit - Train the Trainer Sessions
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When:
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- March 1st, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Where:
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Raleigh, NC - Event Locations to be Announced |
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Description:
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Come learn how to train others about the benefits of Medicaid for children and youth! Free "train the trainer" sessions for parents and providers to increase your knowledge about Medicaid's Health Check and Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment benefits and give you the skills and knowledge needed to train other parents and advocates.. Participants have two times and locations to choose from. The exact locations will be announced shortly. Lunch will be provided and travel and lodging reimbursements are available. The trainings have limited availability and space will fill on a first come, first serve basis.
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Sponsor:
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National Health Law Program and the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities |
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For More Info:
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Contact: Sarah Somers or Jamie Brooks at the National Health Law Program (919) 968-6308 or email brooks@healthlaw.org |
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Title:
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Town Hall Meeting – System Transformation Update
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When:
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- March 7, 2007 - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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Where:
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SOUTH CENTRAL / James Sprunt Community College / Kenansville, NC |
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Description:
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Will host a series of Town Hall Meetings . The purpose is to share information and listen to concerns about system transformation. The events are open to the public.
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Sponsor:
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The North Carolina Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services (MH/DD/SA) |
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For More Info:
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Contact DMH@ncmail.net for more information on this event. |
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Title:
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Interdisciplinary Leadership Training in Overweight Prevention and Intervention for Children with Special Health Care Needs |
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When:
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- March 8-9, 2007 - 10:30-5:30 (EST)
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Where:
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The Clinical Center for the Study of Development and Learning - The University of North Carolina @ Chapel Hill |
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Description:
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This video conference will be hosted by The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Boling Center for Developmental Disabilities in collaboration with the Atlantic Coast Consortium of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and Leadership Education (UCEDDs). Participation at the UNC-CDL host site is limited to 20 participants. The cost for participation is $20.00 and includes lunch and all course materials. |
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Sponsor:
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For More Info:
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If you would like to attend please respond by email to Melissa Cobb (Melissa.Cobb@cdl.unc.edu) with your name, affiliation and contact information. Upon confirmation of registration all participants will receive course materials, site location/map and other relevant course information. |
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Title:
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NAMI North Carolina 2007 Annual Conference |
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When:
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- March 9-10, 2007
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Where:
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Greensboro Marriott Downtown • 304 North Greene Street, Greensboro, NC 27401 |
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Description:
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TNAMI NC's Annual Conference will focus on peer recovery models and is entitled “Celebrating Our Courage…Finding Our Way.” Recovery models emphasize an individual’s need to engage differently in their treatment to “find their way” by embracing hope, an essential element of recovery. Our keynote speaker is Steven Pocklington, Director of the Copeland Center, the national leader in the Recovery Movement. Steve has roots in North Carolina yet is also head of a national entity, indeed a national movement. National and regional speakers will lead sessions on law enforcement/CIT training, faith-based programs, dealing with children’s challenging behaviors, consumer-managed recovery models, affiliate development and membership building, ask the doctor sessions, and others. |
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Sponsor:
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For More Info:
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For additional information call NAMI North Carolina at (919) 788-0801. Registration and conference information is available online at www.naminc.org |
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Title:
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Successful Transitions: Where Reality and Vision Meet |
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When:
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- March 10, 2007
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Where:
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St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
7506 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27615 |
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Description:
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WThis is a conference to help family members, professionals, and other interested community members face and navigate the stages of disabilities through a lifetime. Join us for a fun and engaging day of education, information, door prizes, and exhibitors. Complimentary continental breakfast is included.
Registration is available online at www.arcwake.org
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Sponsor:
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The Arc of Wake County, Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church, and pfotographics |
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For More Info:
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www.arcwake.org • (919)832-2660, ext. 100 |
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Title:
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2007 Annual Self-Advocates Convention: We Dream...We Achieve |
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When:
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- March 23 - 25, 2007
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Where:
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Embassy Suites and Marriott Hotel • Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
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Description:
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Sponsor:
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Association of Self Advocates of NC |
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For More Info:
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Visit the Association's web site at www.asa-nc.org/events.htm |
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Title:
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Health, Healing & Disability: The Mind-Body Connection |
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When:
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- March 24, 2007, 9:30 AM-1:00 PM
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Where:
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Lake Lynn Recreational Center / 7921 Ray Road / Raleigh, NC 27613
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Description:
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An interactive and motivating lecture and yoga class for people with disabilities, caregivers, and those interested in the healing arts. Featuring Matthew Sanford Yoga Instructor, Author of Waking. |
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Sponsor:
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Community Partnerships, Inc., Raleigh Parks and Recreation and Conscious Fitness |
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For More Info:
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Contact Kathi Gillaspy at (919) 781-3616, ext. 235, or kathig@compart.org. |
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Title:
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Public Meeting: NC Statewide Plan For Independent Living |
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When:
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- Winston-Salem - Mon., March 26, 2007 (1:00 – 3:00 pm)
- Asheville - Thursday - March 29, 2007 (1:00 – 3:00 p.m.)
Charlotte - Friday - March 30, 2007 (6:00 – 7:30 pm)
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Where:
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- Winston-Salem - Senior Services • 2895 Shorefair Drive
- Winston-Salem, NC 27105
(336) 725-0907
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- Asheville - Mountain Area Health Education Center
501 Biltmore, Classroom 2 • Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 257-4400
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- Charlotte - Carole A. Hoefner Community Center
610 East Seventh Street • Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 353-0038
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Description:
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Come participate in the development of the 2007-2009 North Carolina State Plan for Independent Living. The public hearings are conducted as an open forum where the attendees are active participants and make comments. If you prefer to be scheduled to speak at any of the public meetings you may register by phone or mail prior to the meeting or upon arrival at the meeting. You may contact Joyce Myers @ (919) 855-3524 to register by phone. Oral statements may be limited at the discretion of the meeting facilitator. Please bring a written copy of your comments, if possible.
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Sponsor:
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Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC), the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VR) and the Division of Services for the Blind (DSB) |
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For More Info:
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contact Joyce Myers @ (919) 855-3524 to register by phone |
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Title:
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Walk & Roll-A-Thon |
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When:
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- Saturday, March 31, 2007 • 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m
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Where:
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Town Commons / Greenville, NC |
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Description:
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MARCH is Brain Injury Awareness Month and to raise public awareness of traumatic brain injuries in the state of North Carolina, the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina’s Eastern Carolina Family and Community Support Center - Greenville office will take part in a Walk & Roll-A-Thon. All proceeds from this event will benefit NC and Pitt County brain injury survivors and the Brain Injury Association of NC. This Walk & Roll-A-Thon statewide event is the first of its kind for the Greenville, Pitt County area. By partaking in this event our office is hoping to highlight the plight and raise awareness of individuals in NC who suffer brain injuries on a daily basis. |
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Sponsor:
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For More Info:
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Darlene Wetzel at 252-439-1900 Office, 252-439-1993 Fax, 1-800-697-3115 Office, or biaenc@earthlink.net |
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Title:
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Public Meeting: NC Statewide Plan For Independent Living |
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When:
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- Wilmington - Tues., April 3, 2007 (1:00 – 3:00 pm) Raleigh - Monday - April 9, 2007 (6:00 – 7:30 pm)
- Fayetteville - Wednesday - April 11, 2007 (3:30 – 5:30 pm) Greenville - Friday - April 13, 2007 (1:00 – 3:00 pm)
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Where:
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- Wilmington - Cape Fear Community College • 411 North Front Street • Room S-407 • Wilmington, NC 28401
(910)362-7000
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- Raleigh - Museum of Natural Sciences • 11 W. Jones Street • Level A Meeting Room • Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 733-7450
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- Fayetteville - Cliffdale Branch Library • 6882 Cliffdale Road • Fayetteville, NC 28314
> (910) 864-2600
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- Greenville - Pitt Community College • 1986 Pitt Tech Road • Rm. 143, Leslie Bldg. • Winterville, NC 28590
(252) 493-7200
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Description:
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Come participate in the development of the 2007-2009 North Carolina State Plan for Independent Living. The public hearings are conducted as an open forum where the attendees are active participants and make comments. If you prefer to be scheduled to speak at any of the public meetings you may register by phone or mail prior to the meeting or upon arrival at the meeting. You may contact Joyce Myers @ (919) 855-3524 to register by phone. Oral statements may be limited at the discretion of the meeting facilitator. Please bring a written copy of your comments, if possible.
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Sponsor:
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Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC), the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VR) and the Division of Services for the Blind (DSB) |
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For More Info:
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contact Joyce Myers @ (919) 855-3524 to register by phone |
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Title:
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Step into the Future: Technology’s Role in Education and Employment |
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When:
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- Thursday, April 19, 2007
9 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
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Where:
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Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center • 1801 Nash Street • Sanford, NC 27330 |
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Description:
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FOne day educational conference focusing on using technology to improve the education and employment for individuals with disabilities and their teachers/employers. Target audience: Human Resource managers and staff, teachers, IT Managers, AT professionals, and individuals with disabilities. Keynote Speaker: Olegario “Ollie” D. Cantos VII - Associate Director of the White House Domestic Policy Council in the Executive Office of the President. |
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Sponsor:
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LCI Inc., Central Carolina Society of Human Resource Management, Central Carolina Community College |
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For More Info:
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Contact Julie Dutchess at LCI, Inc at 919-775-3439, ext 221 or jdutchess@lciinc.org |
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Title:
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“Do You See What I See: Working with Children with Visual Impairments” |
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When:
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- April 27, 2007 • 9:00am-4:30pm
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Where:
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Edwin W. Monroe Center / Greenville, North Carolina |
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Description:
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For registration information and to view and print a flier visit the Mental Health section of our online continuing education calendar seating is limited, so please register early to avoid disappointment! |
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Sponsor:
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Eastern AHEC Mental Health Education is please to offer: |
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For More Info:
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For further assistance, please call the Mental Health Education Department at Eastern AHEC at (252) 744-5228. |
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Title:
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Service Transformation: When Person-Centered Options are Made Available to All People Served . . . Without Exception |
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When:
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- May 1-4, 2007
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Where:
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Asheville Renaissance / Asheville, NC |
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Description:
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Learn from those who prove that you can successfully convert group supports to individualized services on a systematic basis. Human services consultants Michael J. Kendrick, Ph.D., Dennis Harkins, and Michael Mayer will lead this unique international conference to discover the secrets to success of eight agencies that have maintained their commitment to offering only personalized supports, without exception, for one or more decades. In discussion groups, we will identify ways to apply this information to our own communities to expand person-centered options for all people with developmental disabilities. |
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Sponsor:
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NC Council on Developmental Disabilities |
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For More Info:
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visit: www.nccdd.org/4day/servicetrans.html |
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Title:
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Town Hall Meeting – System Transformation Update
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When:
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- June 6, 2007 • 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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Where:
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NORTHEASTERN / Pasquotank County Courthouse / Elizabeth City, NC
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Description:
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Will host a series of Town Hall Meetings . The purpose is to share information and listen to concerns about system transformation. The events are open to the public.
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Sponsor:
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The North Carolina Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services (MH/DD/SA) |
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For More Info:
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Contact DMH@ncmail.net for more information on this event. |
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Title:
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Access to Transit for ALL |
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When:
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- July 27-28, 2007 - event
- March 1,2007 - Application Deadline
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Where:
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Washington, DC |
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Description:
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Young leaders with disabilities (ages 16-28) with an interest in improving access to public transit are invited to apply to attend the National Youth Transit Talk. Participants will discover how to work within their communities, find out how to identify and resolve local transit issues, learn transit rules under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), share ideas for improving access to public transit, and network with past and future leaders from across the country.
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Sponsor:
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For More Info:
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www.cilberkeley.org/youthtalk/ |
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Title:
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Free Enrichment Center Workshop
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When:
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- June 12,0 207 • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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Where:
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The Enrichment Center an Affiliated Chapter of The Arc
1006 S. Marshall Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 |
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Description:
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A FREE workshop for parents, families and teachers of children with developmental and related disabilities. Participants will learn about planning for life after high school; Individualized Education Plans (ITP); and services and supports to consider for your child. |
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Sponsor:
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Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC) |
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For More Info:
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Hollie Stevenson-Parrish • 336-777-0076, ext. 228 • hsparrish@ec-arc.org • www.enrichmentcenter.org |
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Title:
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"Focus on Hearing" - Technology, Strategies & Partnerships |
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When:
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- September 14-15, 2007
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Where:
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William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education
Chapel Hill, NC |
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Description:
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You won't want to miss this two-day conference about all things related to hearing loss. Topics will appeal to hearing loss consumers, professionals and support people and will cover technology, strategies, cooperation among related organizations, resources, legal issues and advocacy. Scholarship Opportunities Available. |
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Sponsor:
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NC Division of Services for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing, Sprint Captel NC, Med-El Corporation |
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For More Info:
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visit: www.nchearingloss.org/conference2007.htm |
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