Helping Families Advocate for their Child in Early Intervention

Description

The Office of Special Education Programs(OSEP)require all States their Part C annual performance report, states are required to report the percent of families participating in Part C who report that early intervention services have helped the family help their children develop and learn, effectively communicate their children's needs, and know their rights. In a word, advocate for their child; but how do we as Early Interventionist teach families to advocate? This training will overview current and best practices to support families to become life long advocates of their children.

Location Lake County Health Department
3010 Grand Ave
3rd Floor
Waukegan, IL
Date 7/10/2014 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Check in 8:45 AM)
Sponsor Child and Family Connection # 2 and Advocate Children's Hospital - Park Ridge
Trainer Jennifer Barrett-Zitkus
Contact Edna Diaz-Cisneros imdntraining@lakecountyil.gov
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
5. Comprehensive plans
6. Periodic monitoring
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 3.0 - Working with Families
Cost 0
Status Closed