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Maximizing Independence and Safety During Daily Activities for Adults with Vision Impai... - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 28 Mar 12 - No Cached
  • Terry Booth on 28 Mar 12
     
    Click here to register for this webinar What:
    Impairments in vision can result in decreased independence and safety during daily activities, including ADL, IADL, work, leisure, and social participation. Low vision rehabilitation addresses these needs for independence and safety through the optimization of residual vision, utilization of assistive technology, and adaptations to the environment to compensate for vision loss. The interaction between the person, the task, and the environment and finding the perfect balance between these key components can be challenging. This webinar will provide a greater understanding of how assistive technology can promote independence and safety during daily activities for adults with vision impairment with emphasis on understanding the dynamic interaction of person, task, and environment for clinical application. This session is intended to be at an introductory level and is appropriate for all levels of practice. When:
    Thursday, April 5, 2012
    1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mountain
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Mapping Media to the Common Core - Webinar - Multiple Dates in March, April and May - 0 views

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shared by Sierra Boehm on 19 Feb 13 - No Cached
  • Sierra Boehm on 19 Feb 13
     
    Click here to register for this course - Course #2876
    Click here to view the flier for this event

    What:
    The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) require both students and teachers to demonstrate digital literacy skills by publishing texts online and developing communication skills through the use of different technology tools. The Mapping Media to the Common Core course (part 1) introduces teachers to six different multimedia products which students can create to meet the CCSS requirements; These strategies can also be used to differentiate instruction to meet the  needs of students with disabilities or those with high abilities! Each participant will use an iPad to access the interactive course eBook, as well as, create and share a variety of media products during the course.   Participants will need access to an iPad for this course.

    When:
    March 7, 2013 - Introduction (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
    March 14, 2013 - Interactive Writing (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
    March 28, 2013 - Narrated Art (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
    April 11, 2013 - Radio Show (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
    April 25, 2013 - Five- Photo Story (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
    May 9, 2013 - Visual Notetaking (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
    May 23, 2013 - Narrated Slideshow/Screencast (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)

    Where:
    Sessions will be offered electronically at Vision Net Sites.
    Contact Kay Fladstohl at kay.fladstol@vision.net  or 406-750-4379 to reserve a site near you.
         or
    https://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&gl=us&daddr=32+Campus+Dr,+Mis
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Teleconference on Visual Supports - Multiple Locations- Oct. 18, 2012 - 0 views

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shared by Meliah Bell on 28 Sep 12 - No Cached
  • Meliah Bell on 28 Sep 12
     
    Click here for Video Conferencing Locations

    What:
    Autism 210: Using Visuals to Support Independence at Home and in the Classroom

    When:
    Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012
    7 - 8:30 p.m. Contact: To request your location, please email the following information to kay.fladstol@vision.net by 3:30 Wednesday, October 4th with the Subject Line, "Seattle Autism 200" The town in which you wish to attend Your name and telephone info Your position or relationship (teacher, parent, sibling, etc)
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Public Hearing on the State Plans for Montana Vocational Rehabilitation/Blind and Low V... - 0 views

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  • Sierra Boehm on 15 Feb 13
     
    Click here to download the flier for this event
    What:
    You are invited to a Public Hearing on the State Plans for Montana Vocational Rehabilitation/Blind and Low Vision Services (MVR/BLV) and The Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC). When:
    Friday, March 22, 2013
    3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Mountain Where:
    Billings           
    MSU-Billings, 1500 University Drive, Education Building, Room 158
    Bozeman
    Montana State University, Eng. Phys. Science Building-South 7th and Grant, Room 126
    Butte       
    Montana Tech, 1300 West Park Street, ELCB Room 225   
    Great Falls       
    Great Falls College of Technology, 2100 16th Avenue South, Room B-133       
    Havre
    MSU-Northern, 300 11th Street West, Hagner Science Center, Room 202
    Helena
    Old Livestock Building, 1310 East Lockey, Rooms 105 and 107.
    Kalispell
    Flathead Valley Community College, 777Grandview Dr., Learning Resource Ctr. Rm. 120
    Miles City
    Miles City Community College, 2715 Dickenson Street, Room 313
    Missoula
    University of Montana, Corner of Arthur and Eddy, Galagher Building - Room 104   There will be a call-in line available during the time of the hearing.  Participants on the call-in line will have the opportunity to make comments. 
    Call-in information is:
    Call-in number:  406-449-7478 Conference ID:  85946#
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AppleVis | Empowering blind and low-vision users of Apple products and related applicat... - 0 views

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  • A community-powered website for blind and low-vision users of Apple's range of Mac computers, the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. AppleVis is a rich resource that strives to empower the community by offering multiple pathways to access and share relevant and useful information. As a community, we seek to encourage and support people in exploring the many ways in which these mainstream products and related applications can offer opportunities to the vision-impaired for personal enrichment, independence and empowerment.
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Mapping Media to the Common Core - Vision Net Sites in Montana - Multiple dates, 2013-2014 - 0 views

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shared by Sierra Boehm on 17 Dec 13 - No Cached
  • Sierra Boehm on 17 Dec 13
     
    Register for this event (Course #3381) What:
    The Common Core State Standards(CCSS) require both students and teachers to demonstrate digital literacy skills by publishing texts online and developing communication skills through the use of different technology tools. The Mapping Media to the Common Core course (part 1) introduces teachers to six different multimedia products which students can create to meet the CCSS requirements; These strategies can also be used to differentiate instruction to meet the  needs of students with disabilities or those with high abilities! Each participant will use an iPad to access the interactive course eBook, as well as, create and share a variety of media products during the course. Participants will need access to an iPad for this course.

    When:
    Nov 7 - Introduction - Nov 21 Interactive Writing
    Dec 5 - Narrated Art - Dec 19 Five- Photo Story
    Jan 9 - Radio Show - Jan 23  Narrated Slideshow/Screencast
    Feb 13 - Visual Notetaking & Course Wrap-up

    Time for each conference - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Mountain

    Where:
    Vision net sites in Montana

    Cost:
    $150 per person, or $100 per person for groups of 2 or more; includes a copy of the interactive e-Book "Mapping Media to the Common Core: Part I."

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Free INSITE Training - Multiple Montana Sites - Every Thursday Beginning Jan. 13, 2011 - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 24 Nov 10 - No Cached
  • Click here to download the Brochure with Registration Information (PDF) Vision Net training is for kids 0-6 with sensory losses and other disabilities. It will start Jan. 13 -- instructors need advanced registrations to get materials assembled and vision net sites. Please fill out the attached registration form if interested.  Topics will include brain development, sensory processing, family centered practices, use of touch, hearing, vision system, CVI, communication, motor development and more. What: INSITE Basic Training prepares early intervention professional to work with families in acquiring information, skills and support to facilitate the development of their young children who have sensory impairments combined with other disabilities. It includes a comprehensive overview of the rationale and organization of the INSITE Model, including early identification, administration and supportive service components. The majority of the training time is devoted to training in the direct services to families. Participants become familiar with the INSITE resource manual (purchased separately by participants)  which contains information and learning activities for families on early communication, audition, vision, cognition, motor impairments, and the development of auditory and visual skills. They learn about the INSITE approach to information gathering, child assessment and program planning needed for developing the IFSP.
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LD OnLine :: Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, and Vision - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 05 Feb 10 - Cached
  • Thanks to advances in imaging techniques and scientific inquiry, we now know much more about learning disabilities (LD), dyslexia, and the role of vision problems. The American Academy of Pediatrics, the Council on Children with Disabilities, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology published a joint statement that summarizes what is currently known about visual problems and dyslexia. The statement also covers what treatments are and are not recommended when diagnosing and treating vision problems, learning disabilities, and dyslexia.
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Northern Rockies-AER Conference - Ketchum, ID - Oct. 19-21, 2011 - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 12 Sep 11 - No Cached
  • Click here to download full flyer with registration information (PDF) What: The Northern Rockies Association for the Education and Rehabilitation for the Blind & Visually Impaired is holding its annual conference. Presentations include: Teaching Braille though Arts and Games ~ Jan Zollinger, Distinguished Educators of Blind Children Award, 2004 Stress and the Deaf-Blind Student: Enhancing the Work Environment ~ Robin Greenfield, Coordinator of the Idaho DeafBlind Project Using the Low Vision Assessment Effectively ~ a panel (O&M Specialist; Teacher of the Visually Impaired; etc.) Options for Driving with Optical Devices ~ Dr. Dwight Hansen, Low Vision Specialist Transition and Beyond ~ Dana Ard, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for the Blind Assistive Technology for Students with Multiply Impairments-Visual Impairments ~ Nora Jehn, Director of the Idaho Center for Assistive Technology Update on Accessible Technology for the Consumer (IPAD, Magnifiers, Notetaking Devices, Auditory Readers, etc.) Low Vision and Low Vision Devices American Printing House: new math and tactual graphics products Dog Guide Issues Where: Sun Valley Inn Ketchum, Idaho When: October 19-21, 2011
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Rhythmic Balance/Auditory/Vision/Exercises - Helena - Aug. 7-8, 2012 - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 03 Apr 12 - No Cached
  • Terry Booth on 03 Apr 12
     
    Click here to download the brochure with registration information (PDF) What:
    Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of more than 200 Balance/Auditory/Vision exercises, of varied complexity, most of which are deeply rooted in rhythm. These crossing midline exercises require full-body coordination and focused attention. The program utilizes beanbags, racquetballs, balance boards, and multiple principles and activities from Educational Kinesiology for crossing midline. It demands cooperation, promotes self-challenge and fosters self-esteem….and it is FUN! This is a hands-on workshop and you will be moving and learning, so wear something comfortable and bring a water bottle. Participants will complete Levels 1, 2, and Adaptive Bal-a-Vis-X instruction. Who Should Attend: Administrators, Principals, Regular and Special Educators, School Psychologists, Teachers, Social Workers, Therapists - OT/PT/SLP, Paraprofessionals Parents When:
    August 7-8, 2012 Where:
    Smith Elementary School
    2320 5th Avenue
    Helena, MT 59601 Contact:
    Denielle Miller
    3929 Baxter
    Bozeman, MT 59718
    (406) 587-4970
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* 2011-2012 * Yellowstone County: Free Child Development Clinic for Children Birth to S... - 2 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 22 Jul 11 - No Cached
  • Wondering or concerned about your Child's: Development? Speech? Hearing/Vision? Social Skills? Free Child Development Clinic for Children Birth to Six Years of Age, provided by Yellowstone-West/Carbon County Cooperative in conjunction with STEP and in cooperation with your local public school. Purpose: Screen children birth to 6 for a wide range of developmental areas Provide information to parents about their child's development Birth to 3 Years Old: Development - Screens social skills, language and motor skills. Wellness - By public nurse, if available. Hearing - By an audiologist. 3 to 6 Years Old: Motor - Screens your child's catching, jumping, skipping, and cutting. Concepts - Screens your child's colors, counting, naming body parts, and following directions. Language - Screens your child's articulation, language usage, and problem solving. Social - Screens how your hcild engages with other children and adults. Self-Help - Screens your child's ability to take care of himself or himself. Wellness - By a public nurse, if available. Hearing - By an audiologist. Vision - Screens your child's near and far vision. For more information please call: 406-628-7903
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AMCHP Annual Conference - Washington D.C. - Feb 9-12, 2013 - 2 views

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shared by Meliah Bell on 28 Nov 12 - No Cached
  • Meliah Bell on 28 Nov 12
     
    Click here to register for this conference

    What:
    The AMCHP Annual Conference Training Institute offers a rich program of skills-building sessions starting on Saturday, Feb. 9. Sunday afternoon will kick-off the first general session, launching two and a half days of education, motivation, and interaction.

    When/Where:
    February 9, 2013   9am - 4:30pm
    February 10, 2013   9am - 12pm Omni Shoreham Hotel
    2500 Calvert Street
    Washington, DC 20008 Topics Discussed: Professional Development Tools for MCH Leadership in Challenging Times Communicating the Value of Preconception Health to Illustrate a Return on Investment Painless Practical Principles of Evaluation for Community-based Projects: Collecting and Using Data for Quality Improvement and Generating Project Support Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program 101 for MCH Leaders: The Family-Centered Care Assessment: A Tool for Quality Improvement MCH 3.0--Advancing the MCH Vision Ease of Use of Services for Latino Families with CSHCN: Lessons Learned from 5 states Brief Tobacco Intervention Skills Certification For Pregnant and Postpartum Women Using Entrepreneurial and INtrepreneurial Skills in MCH Systems Building A Life Course Perspective on Injury Prevention: From Babies to Grannies and Back Again Building a Strong MCH Foundation to Weather Storms: Skills-building in Reproductive Health Preparedness Science Marketing Your MCH Block Grant to Gather Meaningful Input from Stakeholders Selecting the "Right" Program: Using Systematic Reviews to Identify Effective Programs Optimizing Health Reform to Improve Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes </h
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Moving from Awareness to Action in Bullying Prevention: Training Resources for the Fiel... - 0 views

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shared by Meliah Bell on 30 Nov 12 - No Cached
  • Meliah Bell on 30 Nov 12
     
    Click here to register for this webinar

    What:
    This presentation from the Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention Webinar Series will explore how local communities can activate partnerships to create positive change in bullying prevention. HRSA's new Bullying Prevention Training Module and Community Action Toolkit will be showcased, along with an overview of the vision behind this train-the-trainer resource for community members of all different backgrounds: elected officials, faith leaders, youth leaders, and professionals in education, health and safety, law enforcement, child care and out-of-school care, mental health and social services, local recreation offices, as well as leaders of the local business community. We all have a role to play in bullying prevention. Participants will learn: Community strategies that can be used to prevent and respond to bullying, including tips to mobilize
    all stakeholders How to use three new federal resources to educate community leaders about bullying prevention
    best practices, misdirections and action planning How to organize a community event to address bullying and develop local solutions
    When:
    Wednesday December 5, 2012
    1pm - 2pm Mountain Contact:
    General information, publications and shortage designation
    ask@hrsa.gov
    888-ASK-HRSA (888-275-4772, TTY: 877-489-4772), 8:30 am to 5 pm ET, weekdays (except Federal holidays)
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All Children Can Read: A Literacy Website Parents Need to Visit - Webinar - May 23, 2013 - 0 views

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shared by Sierra Boehm on 14 May 13 - No Cached
  • Sierra Boehm on 14 May 13
     
    To join the webinar connect your browser to:
    http://hknc.adobeconnect.com/nfadb-1
    (No registrtion required)  

    When you enter the Adobe room, you will be prompted for a call back number. Enter your phone number and Adobe will call you. If you are at a phone with an extension dial 1-866-244-8528 - Participant Code: 219009

    What:
    Literacy is more than conventional reading and writing. Take a tour of a website designed for children with combined vision and hearing loss and other complex learning challenges. This webinar will discuss Strategies, Resources and Examples that can be used at home, at school and in the community. If these strategies are embedded in daily instruction and interactions, children with complex needs can achieve greater progress and success.For those who may have previously visited website, be sure to join the webinar to learn about the new content that has been added.

    When:
    Thursday, May 23, 2013
    To accommodate schedules, this 90 minute webinar will be held twice in one day.
    Day: 12:30pm Mountain or Evening: 5:30pm Mountain

    Cost:
    This webinar is free. Adobe continually updates the Connect suite. Prior to the meeting, please run the this meeting test and follow any instructions as needed.
    http://hknc.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
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The Center for Children and Families OPEN HOUSE - Billings, MT - October 25, 2012 - 0 views

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  • Meliah Bell on 17 Oct 12
     
    RSVP to melanies@forfamilies.org or call 670-9364   What: We have exciting news to share with the community! Announcement at 4:30, Refreshments will be served. We can't wait for you to see our new space, share in our vision, and learn about The Center's exciting recent addition of resources for families in our community.   When/Where: Thursday, October 25, 2012 4:00p.m.-6:00 p.m. margin-top: 0px; font-fami
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AppleVis Provides Resources for Blind Apple Users - 0 views

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  • AppleVis is a website by and for blind and vision-impaired users of Apple devices, primarily iOS device users but including some resources for Mac OS X users. The focus is on VoiceOver users but there are some resources for other blind users who use zooming to access devices too.
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Games for the Visually Impaired - Great Falls - May 4 &amp; 5, 2012 - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 30 Apr 12 - No Cached
  • Terry Booth on 30 Apr 12
     
    Click here to download the Games for the Visually Impaired Guidelines (.pdf) What:
    The Games for the Visually Impaired is held each spring at the Montana School for the Deaf & Blind campus in Great Falls. Athletes from around the state compete in track and field, gymnastics, gym activities, swimming and bowling. This is a competitive event for blind and low vision students ranging in age from 3-21. The VI Games is an uplifting and confidence-boosting weekend for participants, and the MSDB staff provides lots of support for the kids. Personnel from Malmstrom Air Force Base assist athletes in their individual events. Volunteers are willing to swim and run with athletes. Any student with a visual impairment is welcome to participate in the event. When/Where:
    May 4-5, 2012
    The School for the Deaf and the Blind
    Great Falls, MT Register:
    http://www.msdb.mt.gov/campus/extracurricular-activities.html
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A Caregiver Focus Group - Billings - February 23, 2012 - 0 views

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shared by danny hagfeldt on 14 Feb 12 - No Cached
  • Download the newspaper article here!What:Mission Statement Our mission is to establish a statewide, coordinated system of easily accessible, quality, and affordable respite care services for Montana’s family caregivers of individuals regardless of special needs. Vision StatementThe vision of the Montana Lifespan Respite Coalition is that all family caregivers have access to a quality community-based respite care service that is affordable and flexible to their needs. Please RSVP by February 16, 2012 if you will be attending.When:February 23, 20123:30 pm – 5:00 pmWhere:STEP Conference Room644 Grand Avenue #1Billings, MTContact:Vicki Clear Phone: (406) 234-6034Email: vclear@deapmt.org
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Financial Wellness Series - Webinar - Multiple Dates in Sept. thru Dec. - 0 views

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shared by Terry Booth on 28 Aug 12 - No Cached
  • Terry Booth on 28 Aug 12
     
    Being Money Smart
    September 5, 2012
    1:00 - 2:30pm Mountain The US Department of Treasury reports that a lack of financial literacy is one barrier that can lower standards of living and limit prosperity. There are opportunities online and in your community to support you in Being Money Smart. Join us on 9-5-12 to learn about: Free financial education opportunities that you can attend online or in your community. The benefits of Financial Literacy and how increasing your knowledge may increase your Financial Wellness. Online financial literacy games you can play and share with others. REGISTER FOR "Being Money Smart" Prolonging Work - Supports To Keep You On The Job
    September 26, 2012
    1:00 - 2:30pm Mountain Making the decision to decrease or end employment can become confusing as factors such as health, insurance, productivity and financial stability brush against each other. Your employer and disability insurance provider may have more support to offer than you think. REGISTER FOR "Prolonging Work - Supports to Keep You On The Job" Join us on 9-26-12 to learn about: Creating your vision for working and managing a disability Strategies to protect your productivity How to define gaps in functionality Understanding what your private disability insurance can provide REGISTER FOR "Prolonging Work - Supports to Keep You On The Job" Social Security Disability Insurance - The Impact of Work on Benefits
    October 17, 2012
    1:00 - 2:
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Literacy for Children with Combined Vision and Hearing Loss - 0 views

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shared by Roger Holt on 29 Aug 12 - No Cached
  • Development of the “All Children Can Read” website began in 2006 as part of the work of the NCDB’s (National Consortium on Deaf-Blindness) Literacy Practice Partnership. This group envisioned the creation of a central location to provide information and resources to individual state deaf-blind projects, teachers, family members and related service providers interested in beginning or enhancing literacy instruction for children who have combined vision and hearing loss and children with other complex learning challenges. Following literature reviews of literacy learning for all children, children who are blind or visually impaired, children who are deaf or hearing impaired, children with multiple disabilities and children with deaf-blindness, a set of literacy indicators and corresponding strategies was developed to help guide instructional planning.
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