Location: Woods Memorial Church, 611 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park (Fellowship Hall)

Presenter: Social Security Field Representative

Join us in learning about SSI and SSDI

• What social security benefits are you intitled to receive?
• How do you get Medical Assistance?
• What happens when you turn 18?
• Can you work while receiving benefits?
• How do you apply for benefits?
• What documents do you need to apply?
• How long does the process take?

   

  To register for any of our free seminars, please email or call one of the following persons:

September 18^th, 7:30 p.m:  Developing an Emergency Plan for your Family.   

Karen Sank of AA County Emergency Management will join Joanne Knapp, director of Emergency Prepared Policy for Maryland Department of Disabilities to speak on developing an emergency plan for our families. They are very excited to bring this important information to our families.

October 16^th, 7:30 p.m.:  Part 1, Social Skills for Young Children.   

November  20^th, 7:30 p.m.:  Part 2, Social Skills for Young Children.   

This two part series will focus on Social Skills for younger children. We will introduce Lina Parker and Nancy Cahilnk of the Maryland Early Childhood Mental Health Project to host a parent orientated workshop on Social Skills covering; acting out, not responding to directions, playing with others and more.  As you know, social skills can often contribute to more successful interactions at home and school.  Parents of newborns to elementary school will benefit from this presentation.

December 13^th, 9:30 a.m.:  HOLIDAY PARTY at Broadneck High School!  More details will be forthcoming!

January 15^th, 7:30 p.m.: Presentation by the Cisco Center of Severna Park.

Mr. Cisco and Carla Nochera have opened The Cisco Center in Severna Park.  The Cisco’s will come and discuss some of the services and offerings of the center.  From the website:  “Offering Comprehensive child evaluations, Instructive co-instructed programs, Parent groups/training seminars, Social skills groups, Individual speech therapy, Advocacy forums (instructed by attorney advocates), Behavior support group.”  www.ciscocenter.org.

February 19^th, 7:30 p.m.:  Mama's Mental health.....

March 19^th, 7:30 p.m.:  All About Me~ A Make and Take Social Introduction for your child.

April 16^th, 7:30 p.m.: Presentation by the Transition Team within AA Public Schools.

Location:  Woods Memorial Church

Presenter:  Dave Rosenthal, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

Join us for an invaluable session that will answer your questions about financial & estate planning.

• How do we plan for my financial future?
• What is a special trust?
• How can we be sure our wishes will be respected?
• How do I ensure that my family’s financial plans will not jeopardize my benefits or services?
• My family is not wealthy!  What do I need to know about financial planning?

To register for any of our free seminars, please email or call one of the following persons:

Michele Dilegge:  mdilegge-goldfein@aacps.org/ 410-222-5481

Katy Schieman:  kschieman@aacps.org/ 410-222-3805

Jessica Dicus:  jdicus@thearcccr.org/ 410-268-8085

Location:  Woods Memorial Church

Presenter:  Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum

“Should I have a guardian?”  This is a question that often arises for persons with developmental disabilities.  In particular, many parents feel that they must establish guardianship to ensure adequate care for their family member after he or she reaches a particular age.  In many cases, well-meaning actions by family members can lead to unimagined consequences for other family members in the future.  Each family should explore the pros and cons regarding guardianship.

Join us in learning the truths and myths about guardianship.