Webinar, Friday, February 11, 2022, 1 – 3 PM. A Transition Planning Family Workshop presented by representatives from the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind and the Department of Developmental Services.
Adult Services Workshop with the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind & the Department of Developmental Services
* Representatives from Massachusetts agencies that support adults will engage in discussions about the timeline for planning and applying for services, the range of options for day and residential programming and how to access such services.
Topics include:
- Vocational opportunities / volunteerism
- Day Habilitation models
- Community Based Day Support (CBDS) models
- Postsecondary education options
This workshop is appropriate for MA families exploring options for work and day programming after graduation.
* The content of productive engagement will be helpful for all attendees, though MA state policies will be a focus of discussion.
Presenters:
- Mayanne MacDonald-Briggs, Transition Counselor, Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
- Michelle Algeri, Transition Coordinator, Department of Developmental Services
- Erin Krol, Eligibility Coordinator, Department of Developmental Services
NO RSVP IS NEEDED WATCH LIVE – https://perkins-org.zoom.us/j/93862546222#success
or https://perkins-org.zoom.us/j/93862546222#success
For questions or comments, please reach out to Denise.Fitzgerald@perkins.org.