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SUMMARY:Northeast La-Region 8 Parent and Family  Engagement Meetings for the developmental disability community
DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council wants to hear your ideas and recommendations on issues impacting people with developmental disabilities for consideration as priorities for the Council’s 2025 Legislative Advocacy Agenda. \nVirtual \nJuly 16th – 6 PM – Zoom : https://tinyurl.com/bdeyw5n4 \n 
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/northeast-la-region-8-parent-and-family-engagement-meetings-for-the-developmental-disability-community-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240710T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T162022Z
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SUMMARY:Northeast La-Region 8 Parent and Family  Engagement Meetings for the developmental disability community
DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council wants to hear your ideas and recommendations on issues impacting people with developmental disabilities for consideration as priorities for the Council’s 2025 Legislative Advocacy Agenda. \nVirtual \nJuly 10th – 10 AM – Zoom : https://tinyurl.com/bdfrfwxm \n 
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/northeast-la-region-8-parent-and-family-engagement-meetings-for-the-developmental-disability-community/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240425T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015658
CREATED:20240208T175454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T182153Z
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SUMMARY:Section 504? Special Education? What's The Difference?
DESCRIPTION:Registration links: http://tinyurl.com/NELA-whats-the-diff
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/section-504-special-education-whats-the-difference/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240412T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240412T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015658
CREATED:20240202T172209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T221123Z
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SUMMARY:What You Need To Know About Interdiction\, Continuing Tutorship\, & guardianship
DESCRIPTION:Registration Link: \n\nhttp://tinyurl.com/ FHFINTERDICTION
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/what-you-need-to-know-about-interdiction-continuing-tutorship-guardianship/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240328T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015658
CREATED:20240308T161521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T161521Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Extravaganza!
DESCRIPTION:For adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities. \nLink to Register: https://tinyurl.com/fhfnela
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/easter-extravaganza/
LOCATION:Chennault Park\, 8475 Millhaven Rd\, Monroe\, LA\, 71201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240327T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240327T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015658
CREATED:20240308T160555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T160555Z
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SUMMARY:Supports & Services For Person Centered Care
DESCRIPTION:Discover services for those with developmental disabilities that are based on the needs of the recipient and are developed using a person centered process. \nLink to Register: http://tinyurl.com/Nedhsa327
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/supports-services-for-person-centered-care/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240326T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240326T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015658
CREATED:20240301T170918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T170918Z
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SUMMARY:The New And Improved Section 504 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for information on how Section 504 might help your child in school and to get tips you can use during your Section 504 committee meetings. \nLink to Register: http://tinyurl.com/Newandimp504NE
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/the-new-and-improved-section-504-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240325T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015658
CREATED:20240308T161053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T161053Z
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SUMMARY:LEARN THE SIGNS: ACT EARLY
DESCRIPTION:Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/37vnh277
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/learn-the-signs-act-early/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240312T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20240301T164857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T164857Z
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SUMMARY:Social Security Benefits for People with Disabilities Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Social Security Benefits for People with Disabilities – Everything You Wanted to Know WebinarGuest Speaker: Maria Alvarez\, Social Security Administration Public Affairs Specialist in Louisiana\, will discuss everything you wanted to know about Social Security benefits for people with disabilities. Participants will learn about disability benefits and the disability application process; and about other Social Security programs\, and who qualifies. \nLink to Register: http://tinyurl.com/SSIMarch1224
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/social-security-benefits-for-people-with-disabilities-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240226T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20240119T171758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T171758Z
UID:19676-1708948800-1708952400@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:The Bridge from High School to Postsecondary Services
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nhttps://tinyurl.com/BridgeFeb26
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/the-bridge-from-high-school-to-postsecondary-services/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240220T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240220T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20240208T173611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T174116Z
UID:19735-1708434000-1708439400@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:Social Security SSI And Other Related Topics Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration links: http://tinyurl.com/socsecandssi \n 
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/social-security-ssi-and-other-related-topics-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240216T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240216T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20240119T164035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T164035Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Legislative Roundtable Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us either IN-PERSON/VIRTUALLY for this annual opportunity to connect with your legislators from NELA and share in a discussion on the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council’s 2024 Legislative Advocacy Agenda. \nLunch provided for all who REGISTER to attend IN-PERSON. \nRegistration links: \nRegister to Participate In-Person: \nhttp://tinyurl.com/4k7yb8xb \nRegister to Participate via Zoom: \nhttp://tinyurl.com/LACANRTR8
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/2024-legislative-roundtable-luncheon/
LOCATION:Monroe Public Safety Center\, Auditorium\, 1810 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.\, Monroe\, LA\, 71202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240213T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20240119T162908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T162908Z
UID:19666-1707822000-1707825600@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:Bullying Prevention & Anti- Discrimination Laws
DESCRIPTION:Learning Objective: To discuss the bullying prevention law\, anti-discrimination laws\, and the importance of inclusion for children with exceptionalities. \nRegistration Link: \nhttp://tinyurl.com/ycx3327y
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/bullying-prevention-anti-discrimination-laws/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240124T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20240119T170537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T170537Z
UID:19673-1706090400-1706094000@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:Youth Health Transition Essentials: What\, Why\, and How
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW: \nhttps://tinyurl.com/YHTJan24
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/youth-health-transition-essentials-what-why-and-how/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240123T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240123T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20240119T162150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T162150Z
UID:19664-1706016600-1706020200@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:Region 8 Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly meeting discussing the delivery and implementation of services for individuals with developmental disabilities (i.e. Earlysteps services\, waivers\, family support\, access to care). Committee members and the public are welcome to bring questions and concerns. \nTO PARTICPATE VIA ZOOM \nhttp://tinyurl.com/R8RACMEET \n 
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/region-8-advisory-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Families Helping Families NELA\, 5200 Northeast Road\, Monroe\, LA\, 71291\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20231205T191218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T191317Z
UID:19653-1702467000-1702467000@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:Calming the Holiday Chaos
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION LINK: https://tinyurl.com/539he5np
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/calming-the-holiday-chaos/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20231205T190531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T191947Z
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SUMMARY:IEP Binders: Staying Organized
DESCRIPTION:Registration link: https://tinyurl.com/zvs6z2fn \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/iep-binders-staying-organized/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231208T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20231205T175702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T175702Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Open House
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/christmas-open-house/
LOCATION:Families Helping Families NELA\, 5200 Northeast Road\, Monroe\, LA\, 71291\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231127T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231127T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20231114T191921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T192012Z
UID:19619-1701079200-1701126000@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:Disability Advocate 101 Training
DESCRIPTION:How to participate in statewide grassroots advocacy efforts for the developmental disability community\nHow to prepare your talking points and personal story to share your lived experience with legislators\nThe art of making that “Hard Ask”\n\nPresenter: Konstance Causey\, Regional Advocacy Leader\, LaCAN \nZOOM Registation link : tinyurl.com/ybchvwet 
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/disability-advocate-101-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20230816T151606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T220202Z
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SUMMARY:Touch-A-Truck Trick or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Remember\, as a child\, the fascination with big trucks\, dump trucks\, ambulances\, police cars\, tractors\, bull dozers and the like? Every child loves to see and engage with these larger than life vehicles. \nAs a Fall event\, Families Helping Families will present the opportunity for children of all ages to “Touch-A-Truck”. This unique event will be held Saturday\, October 21\, 2023 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Ike Hamilton Expo and will allow climbing\, vehicle touching and noise making around construction\, emergency\, farm equipment\, and commercial vehicles. Children will be encouraged to dress in Halloween costumes as candy will be handed out to kids as they visit each vehicle. \nThe family friendly interactive happening will be a fund raiser to support families of children with disabilities as well as adults with disabilities. FHF professionals respond to over 6\,000 requests of support annually and funding is essential. FHF provides training on topics relevant to individuals with disabilities and their family members. The nonprofit agency gives families knowledge\, support and confidence in their journey through life. \nTickets are $5 a person\,\nChildren 2 and under FREE\nEvent held RAIN OR SHINE! \nIf you are interested in assisting this outstanding organization\, please contact Families Helping Families’ executive director\, Stacey Guidry at 318-361-0487 or sguidry@fhfnela.org. \nDownload the Flyer
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/touch-a-truck-trick-or-treat/
LOCATION:Ike Hamilton Expo\, 501 Mane Street\, West Monroe\, LA\, 71292\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230909T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230909T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20230906T155103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T155103Z
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SUMMARY:Picking Up The Pieces
DESCRIPTION:Join in on a conversation with local empowerment speaker and statewide advocate for disability rights\, Rashad Bristo on how to move past life’s setbacks\, challenge any obstacle\, and have a bright future through self-advocacy and self-determination. \nJoin us in person or virtually. \nRegister for Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/2m32sax6\nRegister for In-Person: https://tinyurl.com/yyu83hxw \nFor questions or more information\, please call 318-361-0487.
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/picking-up-the-pieces/
LOCATION:Families Helping Families NELA\, 5200 Northeast Road\, Monroe\, LA\, 71291\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230819T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230819T110000
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CREATED:20230809T170824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T170940Z
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SUMMARY:disABILITY Advocacy 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Amplify Your Voice For Change. Do you have ideas or suggestions for programs\, services\, or policies to improve outcomes for people with developmental disabilities. Join in the event to give input for consideration on 2024 Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council grassroots advocacy agenda? This event is for you. \nJoin us to learn about:\n\nTo develop the confidence and skills necessary to communicate with an elected official about issues most important to you and your community\nHow to prepare your talking points and personal story\nThe art of making that “Hard Task”\n\nPresenters: Konstance Causey\, Regional Advocacy Leader\, LaCAN \nZoom Registration Link: tinyurl.com/lacanr8ses2
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/disability-advocacy-101-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230802T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230802T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20230809T171956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T171956Z
UID:19050-1690974000-1690983000@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Act 378 and the History of Developmental Disability Services
DESCRIPTION:Agenda:\n\nLearn about the history of home & community-based services\nNetwork with other families and advocates in the NELA community\nShare your story or experience as a parent or self-advocate and where you are experiencing challenges or barriers in the service-system\nProvide input or suggestions for advocacy the 2024 Legislative advocacy agenda\nRecap the 2023 Legislative Session\nLearn ways you can be involved in grassroots advocacy\n\nRegister to attend via Zoom: tinyurl.com/LACANR&SES1 \nRegister to attend in-person: https://tinyurl.com/5evpdh7y
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/lunch-learn-act-378-and-the-history-of-developmental-disability-services/
LOCATION:Families Helping Families NELA\, 5200 Northeast Road\, Monroe\, LA\, 71291\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230623T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T015659
CREATED:20230809T162035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T162035Z
UID:19038-1687521600-1687525200@fhfnela.org
SUMMARY:It's My Life! How Do I Want To Live It?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Lunch and Learn as we educate and empowering individuals and families about their plan of care. We’ll develop a plan of care that fits your needs\, supervise your direct support worker\, and address your concerns. \nCLICK HERE to register
URL:https://fhfnela.org/event/its-my-life-how-do-i-want-to-live-it/
LOCATION:Families Helping Families NELA\, 5200 Northeast Road\, Monroe\, LA\, 71291\, United States
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