Stay calm...Supporting Individuals with Emotional or Behavior Disorders in Community-based Programs

Event Date/Time: 

Tuesday, October 16th, 2018
2:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDT

Location: 

online

Description: 

Presented by TransCen, Inc. and the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center

Have you seen an increase in individuals with challenging behaviors in your community based programs? Are you unsure about what to do and how to build success for every individual within your program structure? Join us as we explore the world of mental health in understanding emotional and behavioral disorders. Participants will learn definitions, terminology, signs and characteristics associated with these disorders and gain an understanding of what individuals may experience as well as some tips for supporting challenging behaviors within your inclusive settings.

Presenter:
Corey Smith, CPRP, LRT/CTRS
Inclusion Coordinator
Prince George's County, Maryland Department of Parks and Recreation
Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

From the Sponsor: 

Region 3 - Mid-Atlantic ADA Center

Audience: 

People with Disabilities, State and Local Government, ADA Coordinator, Attorney or Other Legal Professional, Consumer Advocate, Educator, Family Member of Person With Disability, Federal or Non-Federal Partner, Service Provider

Topic: 

Public Accommodations (ADA Title III), State and Local Government (ADA Title II), Disability Awareness/Education, Effective Communication, Program Access, Reasonable Modification of Policy and Procedures

Credit: 

Attendance

Registration: 

Required

Cost: 

0.00

Registration Deadline: 

Monday, October 15, 2018