November 2022

Zane's Inc News and Updates

This quarter we awarded a total of $5958.88 for adaptive equipment and therapies!

Save your Acme receipts!!

Does Your Child Need a Legal Guardian or Power of Attorney?

When a child turns 18, parental authority ends. Parents must decide if their child needs a decision-making authority or will they make financial, medical, and social decisions on their own. Andy Brennan, Attorney at Disability Rights Ohio, talks about Guardianship and Alternative Options to help you make an informed decision.

• Learn the differences between a guardian and a power of attorney.
• Identify the characteristics of a child with a disability that requires the assignment of a guardian or power of attorney.
• Understand the different ways in which a guardianship or power of attorney is assigned.
• Recognize how a guardianship or power of attorney may benefit a child with a disability

Watch the video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-oUO3UEurE

Empower Sports Basketball

🏀Basketball is Back!🏀

Tipping off soon!

Bedford – Ellenwood Center

Fridays, October 28th - December 16th, 3:30pm-4:30pm

Parma – Holy Name

Tuesdays, November 1st - December 13th, 6pm-7:15pm

Westlake – West Shore YMCA

Thursdays, November 3rd - December 15th, 11am-12:15pm

Revere – Revere High School

Thursdays, November 3rd - December 1st, 7pm-8:15pm

Wednesdays, December 7th - December 14th, 7pm-8:15pm

Chardon – Geauga YMCA

Mondays, November 7th - December 12th, 6pm-7pm

Kenston – Timmons Elementary

Wednesdays, November 9th - December 14th, 6pm-7:15pm

Solon – Solon Community Center

Mondays, November 14th - December 19th, 6pm-7:15pm

Free Webinar-The Basics of Dyslexia

November 16th @ 4:00pm EST

Dyslexia affects around 15-20% of the population and 70-80% of those receiving special education services, according to the International Dyslexia Association. While reading is a struggle, learning to read is possible for these students with the appropriate instruction. This presentation will explore the definition of dyslexia and its common characteristics. We will debunk myths surrounding dyslexia and examine appropriate instruction and accommodations. Finally, we will discuss grade-level-specific strengths and weaknesses.

This webinar is perfect for educators and parents looking for an introduction to Dyslexia. Click the button below to register.

Click here!

iTaalk iPad Training

SafeinHome Remote Supports Webinar

SafeinHome will be leading a behind the scenes webinar on November 10, 2022, from 10 - 11 AM. Ther webinar will focus on demystifying remote supports and include a tour of SafeinHome's remote support center as well as interviews with remote support professionals.

Register at the link below.

Registration (gotowebinar.com)

Planting Seeds of Knowledge: Guardianship

The NEW Planting Seeds of Knowledge educational forum is on Wednesday, November 9 at 6 PM. Join to hear a presentation about Guardianship.

Presented by Sarah Cammock, Cuyahoga DD General Counsel and Richard Cirillo, Cuyahoga DD Chief Clinical Officer.

Volunteer Guardians, appointed by a county probate court, act in the best interest of the assigned person, serving as an advocate and substitute decision-maker in the care and management of the person's medical and personal affairs.

Register here: 

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