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You Need this Information!

Being the Best Advocate for Your Loved One and Family

You Need thisInformation!Being the Best Advocate for Your Loved One andFamily
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You Can Learn How to Support Your Loved One's Needs!


As a parent or caregiver of an individual with a disability, it is critical to understand the laws that protect them. This presentation will review the most important laws and what impact they have on the lives they protect. Participants will also learn effective strategies to organize and document the necessary information that must be saved. Also in this presentation, caregivers will learn how to create the story they want to share about their loved one, and how to be a stigma fighter in the process.

Presenters

Lisa Math B.S. CRPS-F is the Director of Family S.T.A.R.(Support, Training, Assistance, and Resources) for Family Network on Disabilities. She is also a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist with an endorsement in working with Families. In her role at FND, she supports families who have children with special healthcare needs, complex medical challenges, developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges. Her most important role is that of parent to a 24 year-old with special needs.


Rachael Craig-Dunn CRPS-F is the Family Program Supervisor for Federation of Families, Broward under South Florida Wellness Network, Inc. Rachael Craig-Dunn is the mother of two young adults and due her lived experience, she became a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist for families. Her personal and professional knowledge helps educate and facilitate their journeys.



Family Network on Disabilities

Family Network on Disabilities has been supporting families and youth (age 26 and younger) with all disabilities since 1985. We provide information, resources, support and trainings to families, caregivers, youth, and providers at no charge.

www.fndusa.org

1-800-825-5736

https://www.facebook.com/FamilyNetworkonDisabilities


South Florida Wellness Network

South Florida Wellness Network is a peer-run organization committed to behavioral health and holistic wellness for individuals and families.

www.sfwn.org

954-533-0585

https://www.facebook.com/SouthFloridaWellnessNetwork