The Connection

I'm going to go ahead and apologize for spring in SC as we experience the onset of pollen season! Since you can't be outdoors because of the yellow plague, we hope you'll find some good info and resources to occupy you in this edition of The Connection!

We are excited to share about two excellent parent trainings offered by Family Connection SC! There is also information about the monthly First Friday Services Connect where you can get connected to many great local agencies. And don't miss the short, but extremely helpful video by Rachel Madel on modeling language on AAC!

We hope you'll take some time to read through these resources, and don't forget that if you need a question answered or just aren't sure where to turn, you can contact our Parent Liaison, Erika Chapman, at 843-292-1008 or echapman@f1s.org. She would love to connect with you!

Questions about Medicaid eligibility for your child? What to expect when enrolling to choose the best option for your family’s needs?

Starting April 1, 2023, South Carolina will resume its standard Medicaid annual review process!

What does this mean for you/your family? SC Healthy Connections Medicaid will be reaching out to current members over the next 12 months letting them know it’s time for your review. Learn more about this, waivers, Medicaid and TEFRA eligibility, and more at this information session!

Join Family Connection SC for a virtual training on Monday, March 13th from 12-1pm to learn more!

Register!

Do you get tired of repeating NO to your little one? Check out this excellent positive parenting tip from Leanne with @parentingwithaba on Instagram!

"NO running ➡️ walk
NO jumping on the couch ➡️ sit on the couch
NO yelling ➡️ use your inside voice
NO candy befor dinner ➡️ you can have candy at or after dinner
NO grabbing ➡️ ask your sibling for a turn with the toy

If you're about to say NO, flip it and tell them what they CAN do instead."

Does your child use a communication device to help them communicate? We would love for you to join us for our March AAC Family Engagement Group!

We will meet virtually at 10:00 am on Thursday, March 16th with the Deanna Torres, our F1S Assistive Technolody Lead to learn more about AAC!

You can register here!

Check out this short video about modeling language on AAC/Communication Device! You can learn more from Rachel Madel at rachelmadel.com. She also has a podcast with Chris Bugaj called Talking with Tech. Be sure to check it out!

What is “the plan” for after high school? A job? College? Training? Come learn how agencies can help make “the plan” a successful REALITY!

Join Family Connection SC for a virtual training on March 16th from 12:30-1:00pm.

Register here.

Looking for some new fun and creative ways to help your student work on their sight words at home! Check out this post on No Time for Flashcards for some super easy ideas!!

Every first Friday of the month from 9-11am, individuals can connect to resources to assist with:

Housing

Education

Clothing

Medical

Work

Dental

Legal

Benefits

Veteran

ID Cards

Spiritual

Mental Health

in the gym of First Baptist Church at 300 S Irby St. in Florence, SC.

If you need support or assistance, take advantage of this great opportunity to connect with so many agencies all in one place and at one time!

Calling all talent on the spectrum!

Join us for a virtual talent show for kids and teens with autism, where we showcase your unique gifts and talents!

Send your talent video by April 7!

Watch the talent show on Zoom on April 21st from 4-7pm!

A call for new and returning performers.

Last year Autism's Got Talent featured performances from more than 30 children and teenagers with autism throughout South Carolina.

Now, we're looking for more people to showcase their talents in our 2023 virtual talent show. Send us your talent videos by April 7, and tune in on April 21 to see the complete talent show broadcast on Zoom.

Register here: https://www.esdlabsc.com/autisms-got-talent

Call or text 803-766-6309 for more information.

Do you want to know what your student's school is offering for breakfast and lunch during the month of February? Find out here!

We would love to hear from you! If you have a question or comment you can contact our Parent Liaison, Erika Chapman, at echapman@f1s.org or 843-292-1008 or visit the Parent Liaison website for helpful resources.

You also can contact us at exceptionalchildren@f1s.org or at 843-673-1161.

Email: exceptionalchildren@f1s.org
Website: f1s.org
Phone: (843) 673-1161