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Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Free IPADS for individuals with Autism

The HollyRod Foundation is giving iPads to children diagnosed with autism who are non-verbal or minimally verbal. Application deadline is December 31, 2010.

Link for application: http://www.hollyrod.org/#/holiday-2010/4545650338


What are the eligibility requirements??

1. The individual you are applying for must have a diagnosis on the autism spectrum (as identified in diagnosis report).
2. Reside in the United States of America.
3. Be non-verbal or minimally verbal (as identified in speech pathology report).
4. Be in financial need: Gross income not to exceed $35,000 single income family or $50,000 two-income family (as
identified by documentation).
5. Have access to a computer and an iTunes account (some programs must be downloaded on a computer and transferred to the iPad due to size).
6. A professional on your team (i.e., speech pathologist, doctor, teacher) must be willing to take responsibility of the gift card that downloads the applications.

For more information please visit the foundation's website: www.hollyrod.org

Thursday, November 18, 2010

KRESA ’10-’11 Transition Round Table Series:

An opportunity for students, parents, teachers, and community members to learn about current topics affecting students with disabilities in the transition from school to adult life.

Kalamazoo RESA Service Center, Wile Auditorium
1819 E. Milham (between Lover’s Lane and Portage Rd.)
Thursdays 7:00pm-8:30pm

November 18: Making the Move from High School to Post-Secondary Education

Lois Baldwin, KVCC/ Dorothy Fancher, WMU


December 16: Understanding the Transition Planning Process for Youth with Disabilities

Mindy Miller, Kalamazoo RESA


January 20: Employment for Youth with Disabilities: Michigan Rehabilitation Services

Rebecca Hill/Jessica Vitkin, MRS


February 17: Alternatives to Guardianship: Tools for Self-Directed Adults

Lori West, Community Advocates


March 17: Living Options for Young Adults with Disabilities

Center for Disability Services (WMU), Community Living Options, Disability Network, Residential Opportunities, Inc., Kalamazoo Community Mental Health


April 21: Social Security: Understanding Disability Benefits and Work Incentives for Youth

Peter Mulder/Crystal Haigh, Disability Network


Questions? Would you like information or would like to bring a similar presentation(s) to your school or group? Please contact Mindy Miller, KRESA Transition Coordinator at (269)250-9337 or mmiller@kresa.org.