Upcoming Events (Archived Events)

 

January 2012


Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: Transition Workshop -
Coping Strategies for Students with disabilities (pdf)
Guest Presenter: Angela Stills- Brown, LPC, Changing Behaviors, Program Director
Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them

When:

Thursday, January 18, 2012
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Where:

Hamilton South Caddo Library

2111 Bert Kouns Ind. Loop

Shreveport, LA 71118

Cost: FREE

For more information and to R.S.V.P. please contact Minnie Jenkins at 318-226-4541/877-226-4541 or email mjenkins@fhfregion7.com.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: EPSDT: Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment Program (pdf)
Guest Speaker:

Tanya Murphy, OCDD Region 7

Community Service Manager

Who:

Learn how to enroll and more about the umbrella of services provided under Medicaid and OCDD.

When:

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Where:

Bossier Parish Library History Center

2206 Beckett Street

Bossier City, La 71111

Cost: FREE

If you plan to attend, please call Mary Russell with FHF Region 7 at (318) 226-4541 or 877-226-4541 or email her at mrussell@fhfregion7.com.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: Hanging With Friends - Bowling with Friends (pdf)
Who:

This event is for self-advocates out of the school system.

When:

Friday, January 27, 2012

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Where:

Holiday Bowling Lanes

Lanes-3316 Old Minden Rd

Bossier City, La 71111

Cost: $4.00 per game & $3.00 per shoe rental

If you plan to attend please contact Minnie Jenkins at 318-226-4541/877-226-4541 or email mjenkins@fhfregion7.com.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: Resource Information Workshop (pdf)
Guests:

The following agencies will be in attendance to provide information about their services and programs: Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, Early Steps, Depart of Children Family Services, Children's Special Health Services, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services.

Who:

This workshop is designed for parents, educators, and community members who are involved in the lives of children with disabilities

When:

Monday, January 30, 2012

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Where:

Bossier Instructional Center

2719 Airline Dr

Bossier City, LA 7111

Cost: FREE - There will be refreshments and door prizes. 

For more information and to R.S.V.P. please contact Minnie Jenkins at 318-226-4541/877-226-4541 or email mjenkins@fhfregion7.com.

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February 2012


 

Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: IEP Boot Camp (pdf)
Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them

When:

Friday, February 10, 2012

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Where:

Webster Parish Library

521 East and West Street

Minden, LA 71055

Cost: FREE - Refreshments will be provided - Please register

For more information and to R.S.V.P. please contact Monica Sullivan at 318-226-4541/877-226-4541 or email msullivan@fhfregion7.com.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: New Parent Orientation (pdf)
Who:

Individuals with disabilities, Students, Families, Parents, Professionals, and Community Members

When:

Friday, February 17, 2012

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Where:

Shreve Memorial Library - Broadmoor Branch

1212 Captain Shreve Dr

Shreveport, La 71105

Cost: FREE

For more information and to R.S.V.P. please contact Monica Stampley at 318-226-4541/877-226-4541 or email monica.stamply@la.gov.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: "Progress Monitoring -
Is your child REALLY Learning?" (pdf)
Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them

When:

Friday, February 17, 2012
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Where:

Webster Parish Library

521 East and West Street

Minden, LA 71055

Cost: FREE - Refreshments will be provided - Please register

For more information and to R.S.V.P. please contact Monica Sullivan at 318-226-4541/877-226-4541 or email msullivan@fhfregion7.com.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: Hanging With Friends - Mardi Gras (pdf)
Who:

This event is for self-advocates out of the school system or over 18 years old.

When:

Friday, February 17, 2012

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Where:

Shreve Memorial Library

Hamilton South Caddo Branch

2111 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop

Shreveport, LA 71118

Cost: ***Bring your favorite party dish.***

For more information and to R.S.V.P. please contact Mary Russell or Minnie Jenkins at 318-226-4541/877-226-4541 or email mrussell@fhfregion7.com.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: Caregiver Burnout (pdf)
Guest Speaker:

LeeAnna Price, MPA,MAT

With Dobi Health Care

Who:

For caregivers who want to learn skills and strategies to help cope with caring for a loved one with disabilities.

When:

Thursday, February 23, 2012

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Where:

Bossier Parish Library History Center

2206 Beckett Street

Bossier City, La 71111

Cost: FREE

If you plan to attend, please call Mary Russell with FHF Region 7 at (318) 226-4541 or 877-226-4541 or email her at mrussell@fhfregion7.com.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

in Collaboration with SPAR Therapeutic Recreation
Presents: One Size Doesn't Fit All: School Based Behavior Strategies (pdf)
Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them

When:

Friday, February 24, 2012

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Where:

Shreve Memorial Library

Hamilton South Caddo Branch

2111 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop

Shreveport, LA 71118

Cost: FREE

For more information and to R.S.V.P. please contact Monica Sullivan at 318-226-4541/877-226-4541 or email msullivan@fhfregion7.com.

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Early Steps

Presents: Regional Public Hearing - Baton Rouge (pdf)
Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them to voice their comments on Early Steps proposed policy revisions and the 2012-2013 Federal Application

When:

Monday, February 27, 2012

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where:

DHH – Bienville Building
Room 118-First Floor
628 North 4th Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-0095

Cost: FREE

For more information please contact:

Brenda B. Sharp
DHH-OCDD-EarlySteps
628 N. 4th Street
Baton Rouge, LA  70821-3117

Or via email at:  brenda.sharp@la.gov.  Please put Comments to Federal Application in the subject line.

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Families Helping Families Region 7

Presents: Power Of The Parent P.O.P
Parent Support Group (pdf)
Who:

Parents and family members of children with disabilities or special needs are encouraged to come.
Share and learn with other parents.

When:

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Where:

Families Helping Families Region 7
Conference Room
2620 Centenary Blvd Bldg. 2 Ste 250
Shreveport, LA 71104

Cost: FREE

For more information or directions please call Monica Stampley or Monica Sullivan at: Families Helping Families Region 7.
318-226-4541 or 1-877-226-4541

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March 2012


 

Early Steps

Presents: Regional Public Hearing - Alexandria (pdf)
Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them to voice their comments on Early Steps proposed policy revisions and the 2012-2013 Federal Application

When:

Thursday, March 1, 2012

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Where:

Rapides Parish Library
Westside Branch
5416 Provine Place
Alexandria, LA 71303
318-442-2483
EarlySteps Regional Coordinator (318) 484-2449

Cost: FREE

For more information please contact:

Brenda B. Sharp
DHH-OCDD-EarlySteps
628 N. 4th Street
Baton Rouge, LA  70821-3117

Or via email at:  brenda.sharp@la.gov.  Please put Comments to Federal Application in the subject line.

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Early Steps

Presents: Regional Public Hearing - New Orleans (pdf)
Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them to voice their comments on Early Steps proposed policy revisions and the 2012-2013 Federal Application

When:

Friday, March 2, 2012

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where:

East Bank Regional Library (Jefferson Parish Public Library System)
4747 W. Napoleon Avenue
Metairie, LA  70001
(504) 838-1190
EarlySteps Regional Coordinator (504) 620-2209

Cost: FREE

For more information please contact:

Brenda B. Sharp
DHH-OCDD-EarlySteps
628 N. 4th Street
Baton Rouge, LA  70821-3117

Or via email at:  brenda.sharp@la.gov.  Please put Comments to Federal Application in the subject line.

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Families Helping Families Region 7 in Collaboration Louisiana Department of Education and Bossier Parish Schools

Presents: 4th Annual Special Education Conference
"Engaging Ourselves in Education, Behavioral Support & Parental Involvement"  (pdf)
Keynote & Guest Speakers:

Dr. Barbara A. Duchardt, Keynote

Janice Horton Reliford, LPC, LPC-S, LMFT, NCC

Donesa Walker, Owner/Director of Learning RX

Who:

Individuals with disabilities, Students, Families, Parents, Professionals, and Community Members

When:

Saturday, March 17, 2012
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where:

The Barnwell Garden Center

601 Clyde Fant Parkway

Shreveport, LA 71101

Reminders: Registration Deadline: Friday, March 9, 2012
*SEATING IS LIMITED
*No child care is provided
*Breakfast, lunch and snack will be provided
Cost: FREE

Please make your reservations by March 9, 2012 by calling
318-226-4541 or 877-226-4541 or emailing us at info@fhfregion7.com

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April 2012


 

Odyssey Foundation and DMT Agency, LLC

Presents:

Kick Off Party for
Walking the Walk - 5K Walk for Autism (pdf)

Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them.

When:

Friday, April 6, 2012

5:30 am - 7:30 pm

Where:

Little Works In Progress
2522 E. 70th Street
Shreveport, LA  71115

To register please contact 318-670-3788 or 318-751-0847

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Odyssey Foundation and DMT Agency, LLC

Presents:

Walking the Walk - 5K Walk for Autism

with Rep. Patrick Williams (pdf)

Who:

For parents of children and youth with disabilities and professionals that provide services to them.

When:

Saturday, April 7, 2012

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Where: Stoner Boat Launch
857 East Stoner Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101
Clyde Fant Parkway - Walking Trail
Cost: A minimum contribution is requested of $25.00.
Proceeds will be used to continously fund
the Odyssey Foundation Autism Resource Library.

To register please contact 318-670-3788 or 318-751-0847

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