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April 18 Technology


Video: 2023 Innovation Series: Technology - Part 1



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Video: 2023 Innovation Series: Technology - Part 2



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2023 Networking Tuesdays: April 18 Technology Session

The series is designed to grow and foster networks that empower a diverse group of people to connect, collaborate, and
innovate to create a future system of supports that works for all. This session of the 2023 Innovation Series provides the
opportunity for stakeholders to share strategies and address obstacles related to technology.

Learning Objectives:

  • Honor the bonds among Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professionals and Service & Support Administrators (QIDPs/SSAs), Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), families, communities, and people being supported in our system.
  • Foster relationships and connections among people being supported, families, county boards, Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs), providers, and other stakeholders.
  • Share best practices and stories around innovating new ways of supporting people to access and use technology.
  • Focus on how technology can support networks and collaboration to assist people along their journey.
  • Discuss sustaining and enriching support through relationship networks, and listening to people being supported and their families.
  • Hear stories from people building their network and how this is a critical component to supporting people with the most significant sensory, behavior, and communication needs.

Presenters

  • Kelly Schuck – Community Life Engagement Project Manager, DODD
  • Nathan Turner – Advocacy Policy Specialist, DODD
  • Leslie Powell – Regional Support Facilitator, DODD
  • Kelsi Weaver – Advocate
  • Nicolas Comstock – Advocate
  • Phil Bartas – Advocate
  • Shannon Keiser – SSA, Fulton County Board of DD
  • Jennifer Klintworth – SSA, Washington County Board of DD
  • Larry Kendall – Advocate

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