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GSD Parent and Family Resource Guide<\/a><\/h2>\n

This link includes various resources compiled by the district.<\/p>\n

Hartvigsen Community Support Specialist:<\/h2>\n

Deb Armstrong\u00a0 \u00a0 (385) 646-7337\u00a0 \u00a0dkarmstrong@graniteschools.org<\/p>\n

Parent Resource Meetings Schedule<\/h3>\n

November 15 at 10 AM: Special Needs Trust, Financial Estate Planning<\/p>\n

December 13 at 11 AM: Vocation Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

January 17 at 10 AM: Day programs and Summer Programs<\/p>\n

February 10 at 3:30 – 6:00 PM: Resource Fair as part of SEP Conferences<\/p>\n

Utah Parent Center<\/h2>\n

The mission of the Utah Parent Center<\/a> (UPC or Center) is to help parents help their children, youth and young adults with all disabilities to live included, productive lives as members of the community.\u00a0 We accomplish our mission by providing accurate information, empathetic peer support, valuable training and effective advocacy based on the concept of parents helping parents (the term parent is broadly defined to include anyone serving in that role).<\/p>\n

For more information, contact Michelle Murphy (435) 646-4190.<\/p>\n

Utah Parent Center
\n230 West 200 South, Suite 1101<\/span>
Salt Lake City, UT 84101<\/span>
Phone:<\/span>\u00a0801.272.1051<\/span>
Toll-Free in Utah:<\/span>\u00a01.800.468.1160<\/span>
Email:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>info@utahparentcenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Utah Adaptive PE Information: Utah Adaptive PE Link<\/a><\/h2>\n

Accessing Services Across an Individuals Lifespan (A-SAIL)<\/h2>\n

The information in this section is taken directly from the Utah Parent Center Website<\/em><\/p>\n

Innovative ideas for finding and creating services for adult family members with disabilities.\u00a0 By thinking outside the box some Utah families have found unique ways to meet their needs.\u00a0 Enjoy these success stories and be inspired to create your own solutions.<\/p>\n

Innovative Ideas on Housing, Transportation, and Recreation\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

These videos feature success stories about thinking creatively to meet needs.\u00a0 First, we explore some recreation options.\u00a0 Next, we explore a group home living arrangement.\u00a0 Finally, we explore how one individual persevered to meet his transportation needs.<\/p>\n

Part One \u2013 Innovative Ideas on Housing, Transportation, and Recreation<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Part Two \u2013 \u00a0Innovative Housing Ideas: Bob\u2019s Story<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Part \u00a0Three \u2013 Innovative Transportation Ideas: Karl\u2019s Story<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Tips From Experienced Parents<\/b><\/p>\n

In this video we interview experienced parents of adults with disabilities so they can impart their wisdom.\u00a0 Three questions are explored: (1) What are the biggest differences between having a child with a disability and having an adult with a disability? (2) How did you successfully navigate your child\u2019s transition to adulthood? (3) What are the most helpful tips you would give parents of individuals with disabilities?<\/p>\n

\u00a0Video \u2013 Tips From Experienced Parents<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Successful Employment Stories<\/b><\/p>\n

These videos will explore the successful stories of individuals that are currently employed.\u00a0 We hear from the employer, the parent, and the individual himself about employment and the different job supports and strategies for parents to help their youth become employed.<\/p>\n

Part One \u2013 Successful Employment Stories<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Part Two \u2013 Successful Employment: Ethan\u2019s Story<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Part Three \u2013 Successful Employment: Eric\u2019s Story<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Part Four \u2013 Successful Employment: Dave\u2019s Story<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Community Living: Housing Options and Advocacy, Recreation, Transportation, Respite<\/b><\/p>\n

In this video we explore different aspects of living as an integrated part of the community for adults with disabilities.\u00a0\u00a0 The first part explores independent living, housing resources, and shares ideas on advocacy.\u00a0 The second part focuses on recreation, both indoor and outdoor.\u00a0 The third part focuses on respite care and highlights its role in family dynamics.<\/p>\n

Video \u2013 Community Living: Housing Options and Advocacy, Recreation, Transportation, Respite<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Communication Apps for the iPad<\/h2>\n

GoTalkNow<\/strong> – GoTalk NOW is a full-featured, customizable AAC app for the beginner to experienced communicator, turning your iPad into a dynamic GoTalk in seconds, with an easy-to-use, touch-based editor. \u00a0 You can download the free version from the iTunes store and it comes with 5 boards.\u00a0 GoTalk Now Webpage<\/a><\/p>\n

Alexicom<\/strong> – Alexicom AAC is an\u00a0evidence-based\u00a0Augmentative & Alternative Communication system\u00a0incorporating both\u00a0core words & phrases\u00a0<\/em>that works on virtually any device anywhere at any time.\u00a0 The free version of the app comes with 9 boards. \u00a0 Alexicom Web Page<\/a><\/p>\n

ProLoQuo2Go<\/strong> – Proloquo2Go™ is an award-winning Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch for people who have difficulty speaking or cannot speak at all.\u00a0 ProLoQuo2Go Web Page<\/a><\/p>\n

Resources about digital citizenship and responsibility<\/h2>\n

Netsafeutah.org<\/a> provides training materials in several languages for students, employees, and for parents.<\/p>\n

Common Sense Media<\/a> is a resource for school and parents to support positive digital learning.<\/p>\n

Brain Pop<\/a> supports positive digital interaction.<\/p>\n

Utah PTA<\/a> provide information for parents about internet safety at home.<\/p>\n

School Safety and Digital Citizenship<\/a> page at the Utah State Board of Education includes links and resources for schools and parents.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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