How Can the Guardianship Signature Program Assist You?
 
The Guardianship Signature Program is endorsed by the Board of District Court Judges and the Bar Commission. This program provides to judges a list of lawyers who have volunteered to represent individuals with a disability in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings when the individuals with a disability do not have counsel of their own choice.  The representation is for free or on a sliding scale if the client's income qualifies, or for reasonable and necessary attorney fees if the client's income is more than 300% of the federal poverty guidelines.

Click here for more information from our UPC website.

Let us start off national autism month with a bang through a live television Q & A event on autism in Utah.  On April 4th at 8 PM, KBYU Eleven host Rebecca Cressman and a group of local autism experts will answer viewer questions and discuss services available to Utah families on April 4th at 8 PM.  During the broadcast, viewers can submit their questions live through phone, Twitter, Facebook or in advance via email.  Following the live session, there will be a documentary called
Autism: Coming of Age  at 9 PM and at 10 PM there will be an additional broadcast called Children and Autism: Time is Brain, featuring two families who face the challenges of raising a child with autism.

Click  here for more information.
Registration Open for 2016 Disability 
Studies Forum

This symposium is on transition and customized employment for individuals with autism.  Cost for the symposium is $25 to participate 
in- person, or you can live stream for free (registration required for both in-person and streaming participation).

Topics include
  • Strategies for preparing individuals for employment
  • Federal policy changes affecting work programs
  • 'Employment First' initiative in Utah
  • Opportunities for research
For more information contact CATHY.CHAMBLESS@UTAH.EDU 
801-585-0371

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"Don't Look Now, Your Behavior is Showing!"

Join special guest Jo Mascorro, a national behavioral interventions consultant, for an all day conference being held in Saint George, Utah on May 9th.  This event is being hosted by the Utah deaf-blind project and Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind. Follow this link for registration.

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LOVE Utah Give Utah THANK YOU!!

A special thanks to everyone who donated to the Utah Parent Center as
part of the Love Utah Give Utah 2016 campaign.


If you were unable to donate during the Love Utah Give Utah event, but would still like to donate, please visit utahparentcenter.org/donate/.
Popular Salt Lake Agency Fair is Back

Don't miss out on this year's annual Salt Lake Agency Fair being held at Highland High School the evening of Wednesday, April 27th from 6 - 8 PM.  This event is being hosted by local school districts, DSPD and the State Office of Education.

Agencies invited:
            • Employment Services
            • Housing Services
            • Advocacy Programs
            • Recreation Program
            • Health Care Services
            • Education Services and much more!
This is a FREE event for students and adults with disabilities, their families & teachers.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS:

From "No Where" to "Know Where"- The IEP and Transition Plan, Moving to Adult Services
The transition to adult life can leave parents feeling they are "NO Where"- totally lost! Get to "KNOW Where" by learning about transition planning and related issues. We will also discuss how to prepare your teen to participate in the transition planning process as well.
Wednesday, April 6, 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Sevier School District Training Center
180 East 600 North, Richfield, UT 
Register online:  http://conta.cc/1UzSatp or the Utah Parent Center at 801-272-1051 or 1-800-468-1160
 
From "No Where" to "Know Where" Transition to Adult Services
The transition to adult life can leave parents feeling they are "NO Where"- totally lost! Get to "KNOW Where" by learning about transition planning and related issues. We will also discuss how to prepare your teen to participate in the transition planning process as well.
Wednesday, April 6, 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Utah Parent Center 
230 West 200 South, Suite 1101
Register online: http://conta.cc/1B37J5x  or the Utah Parent Center at 801-272-1051.
 
Parents as Partners in the IEP Process
This workshop will help parents understand their role, rights and responsibilities in the IEP process. They will learn how to effectively prepare for, participate in and follow-up on IEP meetings held on behalf of their student. Information will be presented by trainers who are parents of children with disabilities.
Thursday, April 7, 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Piute County Courthouse, Banquet Room 
550 North Main, Junction, Utah
Register online: http://conta.cc/1UA81YZ  or the Utah Parent Center at 801-272-1051 or 1-800-468-1160

Basics of Guardianship
Guest Speaker: Michelle Morris, Guardianship Associates of Utah
Did you know that all children who turn 18, the age of majority, are considered adults even if they have disabilities? Come to this presentation to learn about guardianship and if you will need to file for it, what types of guardianship are available, and what the process entails.  You are required to attend this class before attending the Pro Se Guardianship class.
Thursday, April 7, 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
Utah Parent Center
230 West 200 South, Suite 1101
Register online: http://conta.cc/1ZAgNIF  or by calling the Utah Parent Center at 801-272-1051 .
 
They Just Don't Understand! In-Depth Communication Training
How can we get everyone on the same page?
You're Invited to a FREE Special Saturday Training on How to Better Communicate, Advocate, and Negotiate at Your Next IEP Meeting.
Saturday, April 9, 8:45 AM- 3:00 PM
Utah Parent Center
230 West 200 South, Suite 1101
Register online: http://conta.cc/1pvFGHE   or by calling the Utah Parent Center at 801-272-1051.
 
Conexiones Familiares 2016
Conferencia para las familias de niños, jóvenes y adultos con discapacidades o necesidades especiales!
Temas a Tratar: Educación Especial, Transición a la Vida Adulta, Sección 504, La Comunicación Efectiva, y El Comportamiento. También tendremos una amplia feria de exposiciones de recursos en la comunidad  como también tendremos premios por sorteo.  ¡Completamente Gratis!  Se servirá almuerzo (lunch). *No habrá guardería.
 
Sábado, 16 de abril del 2016, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Utah Parent Center, 230 West 200 South, Suite 1101
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Regístrese lo más pronto posible llamando al (801) 272-1067 o por internet a más tardar el 8 de abril:  http://conta.cc/218jdwe
 
Pro Se Guardianship Training by Guardianship Associates of Utah
In a guardianship proceeding family petitioners can save money by choosing to represent themselves in the court process. This is called Pro Se Representation. Families will be given all required court documents on a CD. During the training, families will be taught how to fill out these documents correctly. Families will learn how to file the documents with the court and how to represent themselves at the hearing. The CD will also contain detailed written instructions.  You are required to attend Basics of Guardianship before attending this class.   Guardianship Associates of Utah does charge to attend this class; there is a fee waiver program if you are unable to pay the class fee. 
Tuesday, April 19, 6:00 PM- 8:30 PM
Salt Lake City Public Library, Conference Room E
210 East 400 South, Salt Lake City.
For more information and to pre-register, please visit:  http://www.guardianshiputah.org/training.html

Nebo Parent/Educator Support Group
Topic:  Stress Management
Thursday, April 14, 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Nebo School District, Board Room 
350 S Main St., Spanish Fork, Utah
RSVP to Heidi at heidi@utahparentcenter.org
 
Teaching Executive Functioning Skills in the Classroom
Guest Speaker:  Patsy Milligan, Secondary Supervisor for Davis    
This presentation will provide parents and teachers practical information and resources regarding Executive Functional Skills (EFS). Participants will learn: 1) what EFS are and their importance, 2) how to identify EFS deficits, 3) how to modify the environment and instruction for students, and 4) how to teach EFS.
Thursday, April 14, 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Vista Education Center, Room 1525 and 1535
97 South 200 East, Farmington, Utah
Pre-registration is requested and appreciated.  Register online at http://conta.cc/21NlWxl or by calling 801-402-5120.

Division of Services for People With Disabilities (DSPD) Services - Salt Lake Family to Family Network
What is this state agency and what can they provide me? How to navigate the maze of waiting lists and documentation - What is at the "end of the rainbow?"
Thursday, April 21, 7:00 PM- 8:30 PM
South Valley School
8400 S Redwood Road-Jordan School District, West Jordan UT 84088
Register online: http://conta.cc/1SdLliq or by calling the Utah Parent Center/ Family to Family Network at 801-272-1051.
 
Annual Agency Fair
The Annual Agency Fair being held on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at Highland High School, 2166 South 1700 East, Salt Lake City from 6:00-8:00 PM.  Agencies represented will include: Employment Services, Housing, Advocacy Programs, Recreation Programs, Health Care Services, Education Services and Much More.  This is a NO COST event - Arrive early to avoid the crowds! This event is hosted by:  Salt Lake City School District, Murray School District, Jordan School District, Canyons School District, Granite School District, Utah State Office of Education and Division of Services for People with Disabilities!
Wednesday, April 27, 6:00-8:00 PM
Highland High School
2166 South 700 East, Salt Lake City, UT

Summer Fun Panel
Come learn about summer programs for children with disabilities. There will be a panel of programs to discuss what they offer, and parents will also leave with a summer resource list. Co-sponsored by Granite, Canyons and Salt Lake Districts!  This event is being rescheduled due to a conflict with the Annual Agency Fair being held on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at Highland High School from 6:00-8:00 PM. 
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
            Alpine Parent Night - Summer Activities
This workshop will review summer activities offered in Utah County and the surrounding areas. See more at: http://www.utahparentcenter.org/upcoming-events/2/#sthash.HGPI7k0h.dpuf
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