La Crosse County
Youth to Adult Transition Resources
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If you are just starting your journey to adulthood, the WI Transition Resource Guide will give you a basic overview of key transition partners and resources needed along the way.
For more specific information about resources available in La Crosse County, view the La Crosse County Resource Guide created by the ADRC.
Community Events & Opportunities:
Get on Board Bingo (2) (1).pdfIs your student nearing transition age? Do you have questions about how to prepare for a transition IEP? Please join us to learn more about a WI FACETS publication, the Transition IEP Checklist. This quick training opportunity is designed for students who are nearing the transition age and their parents. During this training, participants will learn about important transition and postsecondary terms, get tips on how to prepare for the transition IEP meeting, know what to expect in a transition IEP meeting, and learn how to stay engaged and motivated throughout the transition process.
Early Detection information for People with Downs Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities. Please reach out to your transition team, physician or school psychologist for more information. Testing assists with providing a baseline at age 18 and helps care providers appropriately assess any change in condition as they age through adulthood.
WHAT IS NTG?
The NTG released the NTG-Early Detection Screen for Dementia (NTG-EDSD) which was developed in response to requests by family caregivers and agencies for a tool useful to record observations of changes in function.
The ‘NTG’ is a not-for-profit organization charged with ensuring that the interests of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other causes of dementia.
The NTG's overall mission is to advocate for services and supports for people with intellectual disability and their families who are affected by Alzheimer's disease and dementias.
We produce materials related to dementia, including practice guidelines, screening tools, education and training curricula and workshops, agency and family-based information, and other technical materials – as well as provide technical assistance.
The NTG-EDSD is also useful for collective discussions and dementia care planning involving families and care providers. A presentation by Dr. Lucy Esralew, of NTG's Board of Directors and Chair of the NTG's Clinical Care Committee, explains its basis and how it can be applied via a set of informative slides. Click here to access her presentation.
The specialized information provided by the NTG-EDSD can aid community practitioners when examining and assessing adults with intellectual disability. The NTG-EDSD is designed to be completed by family caregivers and staff at local agencies and organizations.
Joel Dettwiler ChSNC®
Quantum Group
Founder | Financial Advisor | Special Needs Planner
608.790.1354 jdettwiler@quantumplanners.com,
Two special needs seminars scheduled at Black River Beach for the fall
1. Special Needs Planning – ABLE Accounts & Special Needs Trusts
Are you or your dependent constantly concerned with asset limits and spend down provisions regarding Medical Assistance? There are tools to help, and we will explain them in this seminar. There are ways to save money for the future even if one is receiving government benefits.
Monday, September 16th, 2024 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Black River Beach Community Center - Northside La Crosse
RSVP: jdettwiler@quantumplanners.com, 608.790.1354
2. Special Needs Planning – Your child is 18 - The Disability Transition
Do you have a child or loved one with a qualified disability that is approaching age 18? What are the steps that need to be taken to ensure that they are receiving help and benefits they are entitled to? How does Guardianship work? What’s a Rep Payee? Does my child really need to pay rent? In this workshop, we will discuss the transition process and give you a checklist and reasonable set of resources to get you on the right path.
Thursday, November 7th, 2024 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Black River Beach or Central Library Basement
RSVP: jdettwiler@quantumplanners.com, 608.790.1354
PLANNING RECRUITMENT Disability Pride Fest.pdfThe Disability Action Network (DAN) meets the third Wednesday of the month from 3:30-4:30 pm to plan the annual Disability Pride Fest. Here is the meeting link. All are welcome to join!
Meets the third Monday of the month from 6:30-7:30.
The New to Autism Group is a monthly virtual group for parents/caregivers of children that have been recently identified as autistic. Connect with other parents for a casual discussion about shared experiences, community resources, and to learn more about the Autism Society. Facilitated by Kelly Brodhagen, Resource Specialist and mother to three sons, two of whom are on the autism spectrum.
Click here to register and receive Zoom login information.
Lakeland University (located in rural Sheboygan County) launched the Life and Career Studies program in fall 2023. We're now accepting application for enrollment for Fall!
This inclusive, postsecondary education program (or IPSE) offers a personalized approach to the college experiences for students with intellectual and other disabilities who may not be able to access college through the traditional academic route, but who would still benefit from all of the growth, maturity, and life skills that are learned while attending college. The program includes direct instruction in life skills - independent living & community engagement, career exploration through cooperative education employment experiences, and a little inclusive academic coursework to further future career opportunities.
https://lakeland.edu/life-career-studies
YOUR FEEDBACK NEEDED!
Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin is expanding services in the
La Crosse area and is looking for your feedback!
Click here to access the survey.
The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin (DSAW) provides support to Wisconsin families
and individuals with Down syndrome and related disabilities.
City of La Crosse Committee for Citizens with Disabilities
Meets 4th Wednesday of every month at 9am - Click here for more information
The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will work to ensure that City facilities and resources are accessible to all and will strive to create a community that values and respects people of all abilities. The Committee will promote awareness, equity and inclusion by hosting listening sessions, producing educational materials on issues facing those with disabilities, fostering outreach and partnering with area nonprofits and institutions. The Committee will be comprised of up to (9) members, including one (1) Common Council Member and eight (8) citizen members appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Common Council.