Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Resource of the Week

 

In Fall 2009, the National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth (NCWD/Youth) released a policy brief entitled “Supporting Transition to Adulthood Among Youth with Mental Health Needs: Action Steps for Policymakers.” This policy brief provides specific recommendations to aid policymakers across youth-serving systems to better serve youth with mental health needs.

NCWD/Youth has published four major reports released in the last few years focusing on transition-age youth with mental health needs. 

This policy brief calls attention to the challenges faced by youth and young adults with mental health needs during their transition to adulthood and provides information to help policymakers at the state and local level develop and improve service delivery systems for this population.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Resource of the Week

Webinar: Demystifying Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in the Workplace

https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/885234354

One More Way Collaborates with The U.S. Department of Labor

Thursday, January 28, 2010 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST

Janet Fiore, CEO of The Sierra Group and founder of the One More Way collaborative will interview special guest experts who will share ways for employers and rehabilitation professionals to assist veterans with traumatic brain injury or post traumatic stress disorder:

Guest expert, Lisa Stern, Consultant to The Department of Labor, America's Heroes at Work Initiative and Meg Krause, American's Heroes at Work Initiative will share information on how to best:

  1. Separate FACT from FICTION regarding TBI and PTSD.
  2. Dispel some of the frequent myths regarding TBI and/or PTSD in the workplace.
  3. Present insightful information on "triggers".
  4. Offer strategies for creating a welcoming and productive environment for veterans entering (or re-entering) the civilian workforce..

For More Information and Registration

A nominal fee of $29.95 will earn you 1 CEU Credit (HRCI or CRCC) and, your fee will also serve as "ONE MORE WAY" to drive up employment for Americans with Disabilities, including Veterans.

To request reasonable accommodation to attend this remote learning event, please contact us no later than by January 21st 888-492-2402 or by email at janet.fiore@onemoreway.org.

Friday, January 8, 2010

2010 Listening Tour to Address Critical Employment Issues Facing People with Disabilities in San Francisco 2/16/10!

A New Day: We're Listening
http://www.disabilitylisteningtour.com/


The U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) and its Federal partners will hold a series of six Listening Sessions across the country on disability employment and San Francisco is one of the tour cities!
San Francisco, CA
February 16, 2010
Open to residents of Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Guam
Registration and Comment Period: January 16 - February 18, 2010
These sessions seek input particularly from:
    • Individuals & Consumers: youth and adults with disabilities, parents and caregivers.
    • Employers: public and private.
    • Service Providers & Advocacy Organizations: Independent Living Centers, One-Stop Career Centers, and State Rehabilitation.
ODEP Assistant Secretary Kathleen Martinez is spearheading the 2010 ODEP Listening Tour to gain rich insights into both systemic barriers and best practices to obtain input in three key areas:
  1. More effective ways to increase employment of women, Veterans and minorities with disabilities;
  2. Identification of Federal and state systems that are effectively collaborating to achieve successful employment outcomes for people with disabilities; and
  3. Three top issues on which the Federal government should focus to support an increase in labor force participation of people with disabilities.
For more information: http://www.disabilitylisteningtour.com/

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Resource of the Week

Assistive Technology: Opening Doors to Independence Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2G1U6U3zh8

Assistive technology is any thing or any tool that can make life easier and increase independence for people with disabilities. It includes a wide range of tools. From simple magnifiers to complex computers, assistive technology can make a world of difference.
Across California, there are many resources for learning more about Assistive Technology.

This short 6-minute video is from the Parents Helping Parents iTECH Center in Santa Clara demonstrates how assistive technology can make things easier for all types of people across their lifespan.

The video was produced by the CA Department of Rehabilitation, The Alliance for Technology Access and the ATNetwork.

For more questions about assistive technology, contact your Disability Program Navigator at disabilityprogramnavigator@gmail.com.