Rural Institute Transition and Employment Projects

09/14/2026

OBJECTIVES. Research pertaining to disparities in access to health care transition preparation is limited. This study examined a broad set of individual, family, and health system characteristics to determine which are associated with disparities in receipt of health care transition preparation serv...

09/14/2026

We'll be there - will you? Register today!

Save the Dates for Billings: Nov 2-4! Montana Youth Transition Conference. Register today and apply for a scholarship to attend.
Get ready to connect, learn, and plan for the future! The Montana Youth Transition Conference brings together youth with disabilities, families, educators, and community partners to explore resources and opportunities for life after high school. https://montanayouthtransitions.org/myt-conference/

09/10/2026

Register now for the next WISE webinar!

Worried about how work might affect your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? You’re not alone, and we’re here to help clear things up.

Join us on September 23 at 3 p.m. ET for our free WISE webinar: Debunking the 3 Biggest Myths About Disability Benefits and Ticket to Work.

Learn about Work Incentives that can help you keep your benefits while you try work!
💻 Register online: https://choosework.ssa.gov/wise/
📞 Register by Phone: 1-866-968-7842 or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY)

08/21/2026

And a big shoutout to our team members, Theresa and Isaac, for their presentation at the Symposium! It is exciting to see Montanans working together to help young people successfully grow into adulthood!

08/19/2026

Still time to register for next week's webinar!

08/17/2026

Yippee! The 2026 Community Investment Fund recipients have been announced!

The HEARTism Community Center, located in Hamilton, will host an American Sign Language Workshop for community members interested in learning about ASL.

Disability Rights Montana will use their award to help fund Deep Canvassing for Disability Belonging training led by an experienced trainer. The goal is to build lasting community capacity for inclusive dialogue about disability, fostering belonging and understanding.

Mini Scholars Discovery Academy in Butte will expand inclusive learning opportunities at their childcare program by purchasing adaptive, sensory, and accessible classroom materials that support children with disabilities to fully participate in daily activities.

Thanks to all the 2026 applicants, and congratulations to the 3 recipients!

the Community Investment Fund (CIF) awards support projects or programs that help Montanans with disabilities live, learn, work and play

07/20/2026

What better way to start your week than with the July Transition Tidbits?!?

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07/17/2026

Please note that the start time is 1:00 in our Mountain Time Zone. 😁

Thinking about work and want support from professionals who understand the job‑search process? A Ticket to Work service provider can offer guidance, employment services, and personalized help as you explore job opportunities.

Join us for a FREE WISE webinar to learn about the services available through the Ticket to Work Program and how to choose a service provider — such as an Employment Network (EN) or State VR agency — that fits your employment goals.

When: July 22 at 3 p.m. ET
Topic: Choosing a Service Provider That’s Right for You
Register: https://choosework.ssa.gov/wise/

06/09/2026

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about upcoming changes!

📣 Join the conversation on June 16 at 7pm!

Montana is making changes to how it assesses support needs for adults with developmental disabilities — and we want to hear from you.

MT F2F and DPHHS are hosting a Partnering Our Programs (PoP) stakeholder call to talk about the Supports Intensity Scale-Adult Version® (SIS-A®, 2nd Ed.) — an assessment that helps determine what level of support a person needs in everyday life.

We'll cover:
✅ What the SIS-A® is and how it works
✅ How Montana plans to pilot the assessment
✅ What this means for adults receiving services and their families
✅ Time for YOUR questions, ideas, and concerns

This call is for adults receiving developmental disability services, family members and caregivers, self-advocates, providers, and anyone who wants to understand how Montana plans and delivers services.

👉 Register now at https://umontana.zoom.us/meeting/register/RZ5we-HqRTOvU7IDyxj9iQ