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

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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/

Scholarships are going fast - apply for yours today! MontCOMM...the "must attend" event of the year.

Do you have students who are nonspeaking? Clients (any age) who struggle with spoken language? Montana is a rural place and you may not have experienced team members to help you, well, help. But you're not alone. Register for MontCOMM, the only AAC-focused conference in the region. Benefit from the community of professional support we're building!

ASHA, MOTA, and OPI CEUs provided. Learn more: https://montech.ruralinstitute.umt.edu/montcomm/

Scholarships for educators and therapists affiliated with a school district who plan to attend in person: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6QEJK9ZsZaKd2GJAIsrMsR-26dw31R33iEAs9zs5ZgCM30g/closedform

Scholarships for professionals and therapists who are not affiliated with a school district and plan to attend in person: https://umt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eJcEnoRTZ22DrMO

Scholarships for families, guardians, and caregivers who plan to attend in person: https://umt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bJGvH3NbJbDopG6

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

Register today! (Please note that the webinar will be at 1:00 p.m. Mountain Time.)

Join us for a free WISE webinar where you’ll learn how the Social Security Administration Ticket to Work Program can lead to new career opportunities.

We will share easy tips to make your resume and cover letters stand out, help you shine in interviews, and connect you with people who can support you as you work toward your goals.

Register today and save your spot!

When: June 17 at 3 p.m. E.T.
Topic: Presenting Your Best Self to Employers
Register: https://choosework.ssa.gov/wise/

Start your week the right way - with the May Transition Tidbits!

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How can work fit into your future? Join the FREE webinar to discover new opportunities and connect with resources designed to help you succeed. Take the step toward meaningful employment and tune in to WISE on May 27th from 1-2:30 p.m. MT. Register now:

Registration for Work Incentive Seminar Events (WISE) Attend a free Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) online webinar to learn about the Ticket to Work program or Work Incentives.

NOW AVAILABLE: Accessible Healthcare for People with Disabilities: An Implementation Guide for Healthcare Organizations - Disability Equity Collaborative ACCESS THE GUIDE HERE↗ People with disabilities continue to face significant barriers to high-quality healthcare. DEC’s new Implementation Guide is a comprehensive resource to help healthcare organizations close those gaps. Designed for organizations of all sizes — from small rural clinics to ...

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Navigating the transition from pediatric to adult care? You aren't alone. ❤️

Join Parent to Parent USA and the Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for a special Coffee Talk on Tuesday, June 16. We’re diving deep into the journey of transitioning to adult health care—a milestone that can feel overwhelming, but is much easier when we walk it together.

Hear directly from parents who have been there, plus expert insights from developmental pediatrician Dr. Dennis Kuo.

🗓 When: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM CT / 10:00 AM PT
🔗 Register here: https://shorturl.at/fZJhv

Let’s empower each other to support our children through every chapter of their care. See you there! ☕️

The National Center on Deafblindness "Preparing for Life After High School" module is now available!

Exciting news from NCDB! Preparing for Life After High School, the latest module in the Teaching Children Who Are Deafblind series, is now available. It’s filled with skills and strategies educators can use to help students who are deafblind and their families get ready for an active and meaningful life after high school.
Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/Aj6smIr44Mc

Access the Module: https://www.nationaldb.org/products/modules/pd/preparing-for-life-after-high-school/