Upcoming ACRE Trainings in Customized Employment- Culver City-San Bernardino-Irvine-Citrus Heights

National ACRE Course

EasterSeals WorkFirst and Westside Regional Center are co-hosting Griffin-Hammis Associates’ 40 hour training on Community Employment Services, with an emphasis on Customized Employment

This is a nationally recognized certificate course through the Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE)

*Ideal for Job Developers and Employment Service Supervisors*

Topics include: Customized Employment, Discovery, Job Development and Negotiation, Work Incentives, Systematic Instruction, Benefits, and Job Site Supports

The first ACRE course is being held in West LA (Culver City) at Westside Regional Center on:
January 29 – 31, 2019 &
February 27 – 28, 2019
Reservations for the West LA Training at WRC must be received by January 11th

To register: http://griffinhammistraining.com/trainings/

Please see attached flyer for Culver City training and http://www.griffinhammistraining.com/trainings, for other trainings and more information.

EasterSeals WorkFirst is sponsoring quarterly ACRE trainings in 2019, beginning in West LA and moving throughout the area.
The additional three ACRE courses will be offered in San Bernardino, Irvine, and Citrus Heights. These courses are being offered at $600 per participant.

Please feel free to share with your networks, co-workers, communities of practice, via email, social media, etc.

Family-to-Family Class

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HCBS Funding Guidelines FY 2018-19- Webinars & Technical Assistance

Information on the next round of DDS HCBS Compliance Funding for FY 18-19 is out!

Vendor proposals are due to Regional Centers by Friday, December 14th, 2018 (see list of eligible settings below*)

Please see information and guidelines below to assist in the process. WRC proposals should be sent electronically to pamelaa@westsiderc.org by the December 14th deadline.

DDS will hold two, one-hour webinars to review the funding application process and answer questions. The webinars will be held on Thursday, November 15, 2018, from 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Monday, November 26, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  To register, click on either of the dates below:

WRC is hosting two informational and technical assistance sessions for providers interested in applying for FY 18-19 HCBS Transition Grant Funding on:

  • Monday, November 19th from 10am to 12pm
  • Wednesday, December 5th from 10am to 12pm

To RSVP for a WRC technical assistance session to assist in preparing your FY 18-19 transition grant funding proposal, please call or email Angela Edmond at (310) 258-4190 or AngelaE@WestsideRC.org

WRC continues to hold monthly HCBS Information Sessions at WRC and providers are encouraged to stay after the hour long session to go over the provider self-assessment and funding compliance request. Upcoming Sessions are on Wednesday, November 14th from 10am to 12pm and Thursday, December 6th from 2pm to 4pm. To register, click on the dates below:

*Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Rules
SETTINGS/SERVICES IDENTIFIED IN THE STATEWIDE TRANSITION PLAN
• Activity Center
• Adult Day Care Center
• Adult Day Care Facility
• Adult Day Program
• Adult Day Support Center
• Adult Development Center
• Adult Family Home
• Adult Residential Facility
• Adult Residential Facility for Persons with Special Health Care Needs
• Behavior Management Program
• Certified Family Home
• Child Day Care Center
• Child Day Care Facility
• Community Activities Support Service
• Community Integration Training Program
• Community-Based Training Provider
• Family Child Care Home
• Family Teaching Home
• Foster Family Home
• Group Home
• Residential Care Facility for the Elderly
• Small Family Home
• Socialization Training Program
• Supported Employment (Group Services)
• Work Activity Program

SELF-DETERMINATION PROGRAM INDEPENDENT FACILITATOR 2-DAY TRAINING AT WRC- November 30th & December 3rd-SOLD OUT

PLEASE NOTE THIS TRAINING HAS SOLD OUT- TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITING LIST, PLEASE EMAIL PAMELAA@WESTSIDERC.ORG

ADDITIONAL TRAININGS WILL BE SCHEDULED AFTER THE 1ST OF THE YEAR (2019)

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE REVIEW THE WRC WEBSITE SELF-DETERMINATION PAGE AND ATTEND AN UPCOMING SELF DETERMINATION MEETING AT WRC

THANK YOU!

FLYER FOR WRC LAC SD IF TRAINING 11-30 & 12-3

Are you interested in becoming a professional Independent Facilitator for the Self-Determination Program?

SELF-DETERMINATION PROGRAM INDEPENDENT FACILITATOR 2-DAY TRAINING

Friday, NOVEMBER 30, 2018 and Monday, DECEMBER 3, 2018
8:30 AM TO 1:00PM
Registration begins at 8 am

Westside Regional Center – 3rd Floor Board Room
5901 Green Valley Circle
Culver City 90230
COST – $25.00 for both days
Includes breakfast and snacks

PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS TO RECEIVE CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE.

THIS TRAINING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN ENGLISH. THERE WILL BE FUTURE TRAININGS IN SPANISH.

The trainings will cover:
• Self-determination values and principles and the roles of the Independent Facilitator
• Helping the participant lead their person-centered plan
• Identifying services and supports in the community
• Assisting the participant in developing their individual budget
• Advocating for the participant at their IPP
• Accessing generic resources, including public benefits, education, and natural supports
• Managing workers, service providers, and supports

There will be a pre- and post-test about what you learned.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION – MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH Attendees must be registered

Register Online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/self-determination-program-independent-facilitator-2-day-training-tickets-52122282149

Sponsored by the Westside Regional Center Self-Determination Local Advisory Committee

For more information contact Pamela Arturi at pamelaa@westsiderc.org (310)258-4276

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR-Tuesday, November 27th 9am to 12pm at WRC

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR

Co-sponsored by Westside Regional Center (WRC) Community Services and Peer Mentor Lifestyle Coach Agency (PMLCA)

When: Tuesday, November 27th 2018
9am to 12pm
Where: WRC- 5901 Green Valley Circle, Suite #320
Culver City, CA 90230

CRAFT SELLER TABLES
Seller table cost: $15.00 plus a donated raffle item (minimum $15 value)
To reserve a craft seller table, please email pamelaa@westsiderc.org with your table request (reserve now- space is limited)

PRIZE RAFFLE
Raffle tickets-$1 each/7 for $5/15 for $10

All proceeds from seller table fees and raffle sales will be donated directly to the WRC Client Help Fund

Questions: Pam (310) 258-4276, Carlyn (310) 258-4104, Shellena (310) 258-4030

Pooled Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Plans- Tuesday November 6th at 6pm

Pooled Special Needs Trusts and ABLE Plans  FLYER ENGLISH
Tuesday, November 6th 6-8pm
At WRC

Session topics include, but are not limited to:
-Government Benefits Overview
– Why Parents and Grandparents Need to Plan Ahead
– Special Needs Trust Basics
– Who will be your Trustee?
– Pooled Trust Basics
– ABLE Plans & New CalABLE Accounts

Presenter: Michelle Wolf, Founding Executive Director JLA Special Needs Trust

RSVP ONLINE AT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pooled-special-needs-trusts-and-able-plansfondos-fiduciario-compartidos-para-necesidades-especiales-tickets-50795120573
If you require Spanish translation, please email:traininginfo@westsideregionalcenter.org or call 310-258-4209 within one week of the training. Please leave your name, phone number and the name of the training.
Questions: Call (310) 258-4013/Email RSVP@westsiderc.org
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Fondos Fiduciario Compartidos para Necesidades Especiales y Planes ABLE  FLYER ESPANOL
Martes, 6 de Noviembre, 6-8pm
En WRC

Los temas de la sesión incluyen, pero no están limitados a:
-Descripción general de beneficios gubernamentales
– Por qué los padres y abuelos necesitan planear por adelantado
– Conceptos básicos sobre el fondo fiduciario para necesidades especiales
– ¿Quién será tu Fideicomisario?
– Conceptos básicos de fondos compartidos
– Planes ABLE y nuevas cuentas CalABLE

Presentadora: Michelle Wolf, Directora Ejecutiva Fundadora JLA Special Needs Trust

RSVP EN LINEA EN: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pooled-special-needs-trusts-and-able-plansfondos-fiduciario-compartidos-para-necesidades-especiales-tickets-50795120573
Si necesita traducción al español para cualquier capacitación / evento, envíe un correo electrónico a traininginfo@westsideregionalcenter.org o llame al 310-258-4209 dentro de una semana antes de la reunión. Por favor, deje su nombre, número de teléfono y el nombre de la capacitación que le gustaría traducir.
Preguntas: llamen (310) 258-4013/email RSVP@westsiderc.org

WRC Self Determination Local Advisory Committee Meeting Date Changed in October & December

Self Determination Local Advisory Committee

This meeting that is typically held on the second Tuesday of each month at Westside Regional Center from 6:00-8:00 pm.

*October 2018 meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 16th from 6-8pm at WRC*

*December 2018 meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 4th from 6-8pm at WRC*

The committee shall consist of the regional center client’s rights advocate, consumers, family members, and other advocates and community leaders. A majority of the committee shall be consumers and their family members. The committee shall reflect the multicultural diversity and geographic profile of the catchment area. The committee shall review the development and ongoing progress of the Self Determination Program, including whether the program advances the principles of self determination and is operating consistent with the requirements of this section, and may make ongoing recommendations for improvement to the regional center and the department. All are welcome to attend these meetings.

For more information, please call Pamela Arturi (310)258-4276 or Cesar Garcia (310) 258-4090

 

 

 

CAREER FAIR- WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 17TH 9AM TO 12PM AT WRC

OCTOBER IS NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH

IN HONOR OF THIS OCCASION, WRC IS HOSTING A CAREER FAIR!

WE ARE SEEKING EMPLOYERS, BUSINESSES, RECRUITERS AND THOSE LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT!

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17TH 2018 FROM 9AM TO 12PM
5901 Green Valley Circle, Suite #320 Culver City, CA 90230 (WRC)

EMPLOYER/BUSINESS ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wrc-career-fair-employer-recruiter-registration-only-tickets-49236951046

JOB SEEKER ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wrc-career-fair-job-seeker-registration-only-tickets-49237079430

QUESTIONS: PAMELAA@WESTSIDERC.ORG 310-258-4276

CAREER RESOURCES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THIS EVENT

Social Security & Work Incentives Information Session-Wednesday September 26th 10am-12pm at WRC

Joy Tsuhako, Area Work Incentives Coordinator (AWIC) from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will present information on the disability benefits available at SSA: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Joy will also cover how work affects these cash benefits, as well as the medical benefits, Medicare and Medi-Cal.

Wednesday September 26th
10am-12pm
Westside Regional Center
5901 Green Valley Circle
Culver City, CA 90230
3rd Floor
Danneker Boardrooms

If you require Spanish translation, please email traininginfo@westsideregionalcenter.org or call 310-258-4209 within one week of the training. Please leave your name, phone number and the name of the training.

RSVP online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/social-security-work-incentivesseguridad-social-incentivos-laborales-tickets-49235092487

Questions: call (310) 258-4013 or email RSVP@westsiderc.org

Attend the September 24th CA APSE Event at WRC- Support A Rich Life With Employment!

You’re invited to “Support A Rich Life With Employment” presented by CA APSE.

The Program will provide practical hands on training:
• · Create services and supports that move beyond walls and programs to services that support full inclusion and employment
• · Organizational strategic planning
• · Partnering with self-advocates and families
• · Nuts and bolts of daily support strategies and staff training
• · Aligning budgets to values
• · Successes from around California

Schedule:
8:30a Registration
9:00a Support a Rich Life with Employment Program
12:00p Lunch and networking
12:30p CA APSE Annual Meeting and Election

Flyer: CA APSE Socal 9.24.18 Event

Registration Link:https://conta.cc/2OV5lHK