NAMIWalks October 5th at Carson Park 9am-Noon
The 2nd annual NAMIWalks Chippewa Valley event invites family, friends and community members to come together to share their stores, build community and walk together to achieve Mental Health for All. Walk Day activities include a 1 mile walk, cash raffle, DJ, kid's activities, vendors & resources.
Outlaw Farms: Saturday, October 12, 2024 2-4pm
Come and celebrate fall with us!
Enjoy a fun fall afternoon with DSAW at Outlaw Farms in Fall Creek. They have an extensive animal collection - both for petting and viewing. Plus, we will get to decorate pumpkins! This is sure to be an unforgettable experience! This event is intended for families with a loved one that has Down syndrome or a related disability.
Sensory Night at Children's Museum of Eau Claire October 17th 5-7pm FREE
CMEC partners with UWEC's Department of Special Education and Inclusive Practices to present its first sensory-friendly night, sponsored by JAMF. Dimmed lights, sensory-friendly maker projects, stained glass crafts, adaptable art supplies, access to sensory bins and backpacks, and more.
Do you need a break?
Join us on the first Monday of every month at our office and participate in our Wind-Down Nights support group! We will be providing respite care for parents and caregivers who would like to spend some time asking questions or talking through their issues as a group. This is a time for parents and caregivers to relax and ask any questions they have on their mind.
Our staff members will be present to help you with your questions and concerns. This is a great opportunity to build our community and support one another—Remember, every question you have is important, as it affects not only your loved ones, but also your personal well-being! Come out to chat, ask questions, or just take a break and talk with us.
Attendees are required to remain at the event as long as respite care is being provided for their child/care recipient.
Contact us with any questions you may have, and we hope to see you there!
Family Support Group & Walk
NAMI Chippewa Valley is hosting this year's NAMIWalk on Saturday, October 5th at Carson Park in Eau Claire, WI.
FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS
Family Support Groups are free, peer-led support groups for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. The group offers insight into the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. This is not for the individual themselves but for family and friends who support them.
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For first time participants, feel free to call 715-450-6484 or email info@namicv.org the NAMI Chippewa Valley office for further details.
1st Thursday of every month
6:30PM - 8:00PM
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Located at Banbury Place in the Gillette Conference Room
800 Wisconsin St. Building #2D
Eau Claire, WI 54703
Autism Parenting Summit: FREE
This FREE online event, from October 11 - 14, 2024, offers expert speaker sessions on the topics that matter most to you.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to get the support you need. To join us, hit the logo and discover how you can improve the lives of your child and family.
Special Education Conference 2024
Date: November 14-15, 2024
Location: Kalahari Resort and Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells, WI
Join hundreds of your colleagues from around the state and Midwest to learn, relax, network, and gather new ideas and resources at our 11th Annual Special Education Conference at the Kalahari.
We have some great keynote speakers scheduled including Mills Rodgers and Kate Swenson.
Mills is a national speaker on topics related to education equity of diverse populations, mental health, and personal development. He is a champion of children with special needs, with a daughter being disabled and having been a special education teacher.
Kate Swenson is a mother of a son with autism and will walk you through his journey from diagnosis, to early intervention, to transition to school services and the emotional toll these processes take on a family. Be prepared to be inspired, moved, cry and laugh.
UCP of West Central Wisconsin FaceBook Page
Center for Independent Living for Western Wisconsin FaceBook Page
Parent to Parent of Wisconsin FaceBook Page
Are you on FaceBook and looking to connect with other families about issues important to you?
The following FaceBook Groups are local, parent led and share information and resources.
SNAPS EC: Special Needs and Parenting Support Group
Autism Society Greater Wisconsin West Central Region
Chippewa Falls Special Parents
Parents of Adult Children in Transition (PACT- A Disablity Parenting Group)
Communication Options for Families
Ask your Child's IEP manager for a copy.
Introduction to Special Education
The team will decide if your child qualifies for special education. If your child qualifies, the team will make a written plan for your child. The plan is called an Individualized Education Program or IEP. The team is called the IEP team.
Family Resource Guide
Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District Department of Pupil Services and Special Education
Preparing for an IEP Meeting
Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District Family Services Special Education
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Email: griffihd@chipfalls.org
Website: http://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/district/Special_Education.cfm
Location: 1345 Ridgewood Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI, USA
Phone: 715-726-2785 3030
Twitter: @ChippewaFallsSD