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SD Department of Health Information Line
The South Dakota Department of Health (SD-DOH) continues to respond to the emergence of the novel coronavirus to protect South Dakotans from COVID-19.
Precautions To Avoid Illness- What Can You Do?
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Refraining from touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects.
- Individuals at higher risk for severe COVID-19 illness, such as older adults and people who have chronic medical conditions like heart, lung or kidney disease, should take actions to reduce your risk of exposure.
- Create a family plan to prepare for COVID-19 and develop a stay at home kit with food, water, medication, and other necessary items.
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If you develop symptoms:
- Call your health care provider immediately and tell them about any recent travel or exposure.
- Individuals who are concerned that they have COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider via phone before going to a clinic or hospital to prevent spread in healthcare facilities.
- Avoid contact with other people.
- Follow the directions of your provider and public health officials.
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Due to rapidly changing conditions related to novel coronavirus, please check with organizers to determine if scheduled in-person events will be held.
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Sibshop- Saturday, March 21:
CANCELLED
For the safety of children and families, as well as the residents at LifeScape, the upcoming Sibshop scheduled for Saturday, March 21st is cancelled.
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Opportunities To Serve
DD Council Is Seeking Members
The Council is looking for new members. There are 2 vacancies for parents or guardians of a child with a developmental disability. An application is attached. Due date is March 20. Application
The SD Advisory Panel for Children with Disabilities Nominee Needed:
We are currently seeking nominations for a panel member who meets the "Individual with a Disability" criteria. The Panel meets 4 times per year and advises the Office of Special Education Programs on a variety of topics. You may review archived meetings on the Boards and Commission website. For more information or an application, please contact
[email protected] or call 605-773-8195.
Nominations open for SD Board of Vocational Rehabilitation and Statewide Independent Living Council.
Opportunities to serve on Governor appointed board and council impacting vocational rehabilitation and independent living services for people with disabilities in South Dakota. People with disabilities, people who have received services, providers, and family members are encouraged to submit nominations.
If you have any questions, we invite you to contact BVR and SILC staff at 1.605.494.3613 or at
[email protected].
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Survey of SD Waiver Services- Individual/Guardian/Parent
Recently the Department of Human Services contracted with Align by Benchmark to complete an assessment of the continuum of services for individuals living with an intellectual or developmental disability. A large part of this assessment is obtaining feedback from individuals currently receiving services, their families, guardians, and providers. Survey due by March 20.
You can return the survey 3 ways;
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 317-974-3034 (Please note Attention Rick Adams)
Mail: Benchmark Human Services
Attention: Rick Adams
2431 Directors Row, Suite A
Indianapolis, IN 46241
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Public Forum- State Plan for Independent Living
You are invited to a public forum on the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) being developed by the South Dakota Statewide Independent Living Council. The SPIL serves as the blueprint for the independent living network in South Dakota.
You can find portions of the draft SPIL at https://dhs.sd.gov/rehabservices.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (CDT) with 7 video-conference sites located at state-wide Division of Rehabilitation Services office buildings.
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In Case You Missed It! Lunch and Learn Recording
Options to Resolve Disagreements in Special Education
Sometimes parents and districts are unable to solve special education concerns and issues independently. The state Department of Education Office of Special Education (SEP) has several options for parents and districts to assist them in resolving
disagreements at no cost.
Listen to learn more about IEP facilitation, mediation, state complaints, and due process hearings, when and how to request each, and benefits of using each dispute resolution alternative. Presented by Wendy Trujillo, Assistant Director / Dispute Coordinator, Special Education Programs, South Dakota Department of Education
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Celebrate Autism Awareness Month- Free Pizza & Fun Event
Thursday, April 2nd from 5 PM- 7PM
Celebrate Autism Awareness Month- 4th Annual Pizza and Fun Event. There will be carnival games, prizes, resources, clowns, a balloon artist, food and fun! Where: Center for Disabilities, 1400 W 22nd Street, Sioux Falls
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Lunch & Learn Education Session
Tuesday, April 14th at
12pm CT/11am MT
High School To College: A Look At Disability Services
In this session, Karen will talk about the process of helping a student transition from high school into college or technical school, including: accommodations vs. modifications, academic supports available, and some pointers on what to look for when touring a college or technical school with your student. Presented by Karen Gerety, Director of Disability Services at the University of South Dakota
Ways to Join
Hosted Sites
Sioux Falls SDPC Office- 3701 West 49th Street, Suite 102
Rapid City SDPC Office- 2310 North Maple Ave
Live Online:
Join
live online
via computer or your cell phone.
Phone: 1-888-858-6021, followed by code 439-559-7079
Recorded Online: View current and past recorded sessions online anytime by visiting
www.sdparent.org under Online Training.
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Autism Family Support Group- Sioux Falls
Meetings held April 14 and May 12 from 6:30-8pm at USD Health Sciences Center, 1400 W. 22nd Street, Room 126.
A welcoming environment for parents/caregivers of children & adults with ASD to meet, share experiences, ask questions, and receive support. While you attend, your child/teen/adult can participate in a fun activity. Siblings welcome! For child/youth attendance, check in from 6-6:30 PM.
** Attention Parents Of Young Children**
During the April & May Autism Family Support Group, a special presentation will be offered for parents of young children with ASD (ages 0-7 yrs). The April presentation will provide an introduction to effective, proactive, and helpful strategies to use for successful community outings (like grocery shopping, eating at restaurants, etc). The follow-up meeting in May will include a discussion of other best practices.
Both presentations will be held from
6-6:30pm, just prior to the Autism Family Support Group. Childcare is available while you attend. Please indicate your interest in attending these special presentations by marking the corresponding question during your support group registrations for both April & May.
Pre-registration required!
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More Activities Posted On Our
Events Calendar
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Click Here For Transition Services Liaison Project Statewide Training Opportunities
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Statewide
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Due to rapidly changing conditions related to novel coronavirus, please check with organizers to determine if scheduled in-person events will be held.
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April-May
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Free Training Opportunity:
Work Incentives for SSI and SSDI Beneficiaries
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Statewide Locations
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March 12
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Camp High Hopes St. Patrick's Day Dance
6-8 PM, Join us for the best line dances around.
5804 Correctionville Road, Sioux City, Iowa
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Sioux City, IA
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March 17 & 18
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South Dakota Special Education Conference
CANCELLED
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Sioux Falls
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March 18
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Catch the Wave
- Transition Event
9am-2:30pm, Mitchell Technical Institute Flyer
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Mitchell
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March 18
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Webinar
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March 21
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9:30am-4:30pm with an hour break for lunch on your own. This training for in-home childcare providers provides strategies to give children the skills and knowledge they need to be ready to read. Participants will leave with posters, checklists, visuals, and other resources to support valuable brain building work with children aged birth to five. Register at: sdsfec.org/earlyliteracy
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Sioux Falls
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March 25
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Catch the Wave - Transition Event
9am-2:30pm,Southeast Technical Institute / Flyer
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Sioux Falls
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March 27
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LifeScape Pathways to Life Open House for
High School Students, Families and Staff
9 AM to noon, 1 to 3 PM
Come and learn more about this exciting option for high school students to transition to adulthood. Activities will include tours, visits with students on their transition processes, and an opportunity to meet with representatives from different agencies to support the transition process.
Address: Vista Park, 2801 S. Kiwanis Ave., Suite 100
Contact: [email protected] or call 605-444-9656
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Sioux Falls
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March 31
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Catch the Wave- Transition Event
9am-2pm, WDT & SDSM&T. Flyer
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Rapid City
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April 1
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Aberdeen Area Autism Spectrum Disorder Parent Support Group
Meets 7pm at K.O. Lee Library, Community Room #110. For more information contact Krista Bau at [email protected] . https://www.facebook.com/AberdeenAreaASDParentSupportGroup/
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Aberdeen
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April 7
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Opportunity Career Expo
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Augustana University Elem Center
Flyer for more informatio
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Sioux Falls
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April 23-25
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SD Early Childhood Education Conference
"Developing Brains Matter"
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Sioux Falls
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May 2
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Rapid City
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May 27-28
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2020 SD Education Conference
"Strengthening Foundations & Connections"
https://doe.sd.gov/title/2020-conference/
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Oacoma
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June 11-12
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Lighting The Way Autism Conference
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Sioux Falls
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Oct 20-22
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2020 Fall Conference
Fall Conference
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Deadwood
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This e-publication was developed under grants from the U.S. Department of Education Project Grant H328M140021 and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Grant H84MC07994, Family to Family Health Information Center, $96,750; and approximately 5% financed with non-governmental resources. The contents should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by US Department of Education, HRSA, HHS or the Federal Government.
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