From: Vaz, Sharon A. [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:16 AM
To: Whitehead, Shona R. (HSC)
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Some national articles of interest to Heartland
Thank you
Sharon
Sharon Vaz, MSGC, BSN
Chief, Screening and Special Services
Oklahoma State Department of Health
1000 N.E. 10th St, Room 709
OKC, OK 73117-1299
(405)271-6617; (405)271-4892 (fax)
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Subject: March Focus Facts with Attached PDF
..focus facts
.........on Community Living
Greetings from the Center for Learning and Leadership - Oklahoma's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
March 2013
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It's My Future! iPad App
[cid:image013.png@01CE2496.E24B40C0]<http://www.aucd.org/template/news.cfm?news_id=8533&parent=26&parent_title=News&url=/template/page.cfm?id=26>It's My Future! is a new iPad app designed to support adults with developmental disabilities to become more self-determined and to meaningfully participate in their annual planning meetings. The app provides self-paced videos to help people with developmental disabilities learn more about planning and leading their meetings. Topics include decision making, goal setting, and communication skills. This app was developed by AbleLink Technologies and the Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities, in collaboration with the Institute for Human Development at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Visit the iPad App Store to download the app for $2.99, or visit www.aucd.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://www.aucd.org/template/news.cfm?news_id%3D8533%26amp%3Bparent%3D26%26amp%3Bparent_title%3DNews%26amp%3Burl%3D/template/page.cfm?id%253D26&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=23793213a0eb7ff4ff2e5b76f638506e55f6d67d458bf414819d604fe1925ee8> for more information.
Disability History Museum Offers Online Archive
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The Disability History Museum provides a digital archive of items related to the historical experience of people with disabilities in the United States. Available at www.disabilitymuseum.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://www.disabilitymuseum.org/dhm/index.html&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=5f34fcbe74af407052f9e7f76ba9cffe836c4d7e2a03b8079c8b9725c50a66b8>, the archive allows you to search for articles, photographs, reports, and other items about a variety of topics. Materials in the archive date back to the 18th century and represent disability through the life span.
New Transition Websites
The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) Transition Steering Committee launched a new website that focuses on transition for youth with disabilities. The website features news, events and resources for youth and their families, as well as educators and employment professionals. Visit the website at www.ed.gov<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/ycc/index.html&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=d7c5925dc6e21fe87d0824110d65560fd3bb01f4ba17225c41b6548b902b0089>.
[cid:image015.jpg@01CE2496.E24B40C0]<http://www.transition2012.org/>Also available is a new website at www.2012transition.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://www.transition2012.org/&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=2ca5290ad3c14f76a98794a1c706c202869ac9b272b3ba04ff9d3be26301d866> that provides materials from the 2012 National Transition Conference. This website includes captioned videos from the keynote and opening sessions, as well as materials from the breakout sessions, which are organized by topic. The website was developed by the Institute for Community Inclusion at the University of Massachusetts Boston.
New Tips for Families Series
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The Office of Head Start's National Center on Health has published a series of tip sheets that provide information to families about the health and wellness of young children. The "Tips for Families" series includes topics such as healthy eating, oral health, and safety. The tip sheets are available at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/tta-system/health/Health/Health%2520Manager%2520Resources/Health%2520Manager%2520Resources%2520Families/tipsheetfamily.htm&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=8e986c93c1c905af28c36e9b3f3ebe5ddd63c94334aefc6a0211413d0bffa0e0>.
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Mark Your Calendar
Mar. 21: DDSD Waiting List Meeting, 1:30 p.m.
State Capitol Complex, Sequoyah Building, Room C-47
Visit www.okwaitinglist.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://okwaitinglist.org/ddsd-waiting-list-quarterly-meetings/&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=4908f89255d8d2578beb4705677f5aaaf469ad944f89dbd89fd6bafe6d619c5a> for more information.
Mar. 26: On the Road Family Perspective Conference, 8 a.m-3 p.m.
Seretean Wellness Center, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
Click here<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://ontheroadconferencestillwater.eventbrite.com/&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=1d1021d4f69b6960b9fed79ded7106d755b0cf8f76225c3f9f27bfca4a6d7c01> or call 405-812-5076 for more information or to register (free).
Apr. 3: People with Disabilities Awareness Day, 12 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Oklahoma State Capitol, 2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City
For more information, visit www.okrehab.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://www.okrehab.org/pwdad/2013/index.html&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=3b2c7509d763903890e64dbe9d2f0e4a665691c6704136798affc98faceb2dd4>.
Apr. 9: On the Road Family Perspective Conference, 8 a.m-3 p.m.
Autry Technology Center, 1201 W. Willow, Enid, OK
Click here<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://ontheroadconferenceenid.eventbrite.com/&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=f1cbd914231839d19ce49d8ee5a5e89e6507877d137034eb5e1e3b41d8befb58> or call 405-812-5076 for more information or to register (free).
Apr. 15-17: Disability Policy Seminar, Washington, D.C.
For more information, visit www.disabilitypolicyseminar.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://www.disabilitypolicyseminar.org&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=LwWAS%2Bmdrk6wIi7lT5XarhvPlfI7cPINjiA6DUJ%2FGPI%3D%0A&m=RgITohO%2FFQh%2B1%2BsamKShoXzcuE28g%2BLIiGore4oSjYs%3D%0A&s=b5ff3ab3d710324266516eda5c17ebb8604c7043be8ac215b921a67c341bed4c>.
Apr. 20: Community Resource Fair - for families of children with disabilities
Putnam City West High School, 8500 N.W. 23rd St., Oklahoma City
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Call 405-495-3770 for more information.
Apr. 23: On the Road Family Perspective Conference, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Francis Tuttle Technology Center, 7301 W. Reno Ave., Oklahoma City
Click here<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://ontheroadconferenceokc.eventbrite.com/&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=c604572390edaa4665fce556dd3596e9ed8331c68dbdbd7522d8106a9731275c> or call 405-812-5076 for more information or to register (free).
Apr. 24: Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day, 10:30 a.m.
Oklahoma State Capitol, South Steps
2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City
Apr. 29: Joining Forces Conference, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Moore Norman Technology Center, 13301 S. Pennsylvania, Oklahoma City
Go to http://2013jfconference.eventbrite.com<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://2013jfconference.eventbrite.com&k=7DHVT22D9IhC0F3WohFMBA%3D%3D%0A&r=PA2Lz8aLWNyxZ97Tg89CfAkOh2RhHjcaZELxUk0uz2Y%3D%0A&m=BWQyR7RZTdA5AZ5I%2BpV6sWl%2FcacUL4cl8nv5eQwJ0J0%3D%0A&s=9c3860b67a63a49823fd10c1e6e055045672ac1faccfc6093bc858ff5c3eef47> to register (free),
or call 405-271-5072 or 1-877-871-5072 for more information.
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