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Cincinnati Area Transition Booster Sessions 2020 The second booster session in 2020, Supplemental Security Income & Social Security Disability Insurance (SSI/SSDI) is scheduled for Thursday, June 11, 6:00 - 8:00 PM VIRTUALLY - Zoom Booster sessions are intended to provide information on the transition from school to adult life for youth with disabilities. Families, individuals with disabilities, educators, and other professionals are invited to attend these sessions at no cost. All Sessions are from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. June's session will be held virtually, and the location for the rest will be determined as we move forward. We will communicate as we know more.  Register here for the session on Thursday, June 11 JUNE 11 Virtual Supplemental Security Income + Social Security Disability Insurance (SSI & SSDI) In this session you will learn how to qualify for SSI beginning at age 18 when parents’ income/resources no longer count; about Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits for those disabled before age 22; about Social Security makes a medical decision for an adult vs. a child; about the application process and appeals process; how Medicare and Medicaid work with the disability programs; and about working while disabled and Social Security’s many work incentives. Speaker:    Kelly Draggoo & Theresa Busher, Social Security Administration    Register Online: http://bit.ly/2SgC3H6   AUG 13 Guardianship and Alternatives In this session you will learn what Guardianship is, what other options exist, and why it is important to think carefully about this decision; develop a better understanding of the legal considerations and process; see examples of county probate court forms and applications and become more prepared and empowered with resources to make informed decisions about your loved one’s life Speakers: Andrew Brennan, Disability Rights Ohio; Jane Gerhardt, Family Member; Lisa Portune, Family Member Register Online: http://bit.ly/2UGKbCd SEPT 10 Transition from Pediatric to Adult Health Care In this session you will learn about the differences between the pediatric and adult health care systems; preparing for a successful transition from pediatric to adult healthcare providers and how to successfully navigate the adult healthcare world.  Speakers: Jason Woodward, MD, CCHMC; Abby Nye, MD & Lauren Wang, MD, UC Physicians Register Online: http://bit.ly/2Szop0z OCT 20 Puberty, Relationships, Sexuality, and General Safety In this session, we will discuss the rationale for providing comprehensive health and sex education to exceptional learners, review some current research and facts related to relationships, sexuality and safety, share our experiences in teaching health and sex education concepts to young adults and adults with DD and discuss available curriculums and resources. Speakers: Amanda Tipkemper, HEIDT Center of Excellence & TJ Nestheide, HCDDS Register Online: http://bit.ly/38hkUTh  ‌  ‌

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