Self-Determination Network News: October 2020
October 2020
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Last Chance! Register Today!
There's still time to register for the 2020 Self-Determination Conference. Registration will stay open until October 23rd. The conference will be held virtually October 26th-28th. Learn how to live more independently, participate more in your community, and direct your public funds efficiently. Registration is free! Register now!
Direct Care Workforce Survey
InControl Wisconsin is partnering with The Wisconsin Long Term Care Workforce Alliance, Wisconsin Personal Services Association and Survival Coalition on this Direct Care Workforce survey. This survey is to learn more about direct care worker experiences in Wisconsin. As the backbone of long term care in Wisconsin, it is important for decision makers to learn about worker experiences from workers directly. Our organizations advocate on behalf of the workforce and people with disabilities and older adults who need care. Names and responses to this survey WILL NOT be shared with employers and all answers are confidential. Survey results will be used in communications with policymakers in future advocacy activities. There's an opportunity to provide your email at the end of this survey if you would like to stay in touch about future advocacy opportunities. This survey will close October 23, 2020.
Check Out The Latest Videos!
The Self-Determination Channel is a YouTube channel by and for people with developmental or intellectual disabilities. Unlike other channels, the Self-Determination Channel stands stand out from other channels on YouTube because self-advocates host the videos, and decide and create the content. Videos are posted a couple times a month on a variety of topics self-advocates care about such as technology, employment, caregivers, independent living, and advocacy.
Check out the newest videos on the channel:
We encourage you to subscribe to the Channel (you can do by clicking the red Subscribe button on any of the video pages).
The Self-Determination Network includes some very talented members and we want to help you to get to know each other a little better. Member Spotlight is a great way for us to get to know each other better.
In October, we're shining the spotlight on Dean. This fun-loving grandpa loves to volunteer and help people in any way he can. He’s been involved in disability advocacy for many years and doesn’t let his health conditions stop him from living life the way he wants to. Stop this month's Member Spotlight to get to know Dean.
Who should we shine the spotlight on next?
Take five minutes to check out what's happening on the Self-Determination Network:
- Impact of COVID-19: The American Association on Health & Disability recently released an analysis of the impact of COVID on people with disabilities. Find out what their study revealed.
- Adaptive Mountain Bikes: After an accident left him paralyzed, a man found he can help others when he designed adaptive mountain bike for himself. Read about how he realized that he could design bikes for other people with similar limitations.
- Voting Information: The November Presidential election is going to be like no other. Find out what the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition is doing to educate people.
- Transition Parents in Partnership: Transition Parents in Partnership (TPIP) will prepare families for the transition process for their youth with disabilities ages 14-21 in the areas of employment, education, living and health. All sessions will be virtual this year. Learn more and register today!
- Emerging Leader Award: Through the AAPD Paul G. Hearne Emerging Leader Awards, the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) recognizes outstanding emerging leaders with disabilities who exemplify leadership, advocacy, and dedication to the broader cross-disability community. Applications due October 28th. Learn more and apply today.
- 2021 AAPD Summer Internship Opportunities: The American Association on People with Disabilities announced they are now accepting applications for summer internships for 2021 in Washington DC for college students and recent graduates with disabilities. Applications are due October 28th. Read more and apply today!
- Voting Resources: Check out information and resources from the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition.
- Voting Challenges: With any election, people with disabilities face a variety of challenges. Add a pandemic in the mix and more problems arise. Read about the several issues issues people with disabilities face when trying to vote.
- Disparities in Healthcare: The Americans with Disabilities Act turned 30 this summer in during the pandemic. Read about why many people think the pandemic emphasized the disparities in healthcare.
- Voting and COVID-19 Report: The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) has published a nonpartisan policy report COVID-19 and the Disability Vote, urging federal, state, and local governments to take immediate action and ensure that voters can cast a ballot safely, accessibly, and securely in the 2020 general election. Learn how the pandemic has made it more difficult for people with disabilities to vote.
- Governor's Task Force on Caregiving Report: A report from the Governor’s Task Force on Caregiving, presenting their policy recommendations, is now available. Find out what was recommended.
- Best and Worst Cities: Each year, WalletHub publishes a report ranking the best and worst cities in the US for people with disabilities. Learn which Wisconsin cities made the top 100.
- Be Inspired: It's hunting season in Wisconsin. Read about a man from Prairie du Chien doesn't let his limitations stop him from doing something he loves!
- COVID-19 Resources for Adults in Long-Term Care Programs: The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has created a plain language resource webpage for adults in the long-term care programs. Check out the information!
Here's a sample of upcoming events listed on the Self-Determination Network:
- AbilityMKE Now! With Dave Stevens: October 15th, 6:30p.m. to 7p.m., Online
- ADA Audio Conference Session: Accommodations For Hiring And Work: October 20th, 1p.m. to 2 p.m., Online
- Did You Know? Now You Know!: October 20th, 3p.m. to 4:30p.m., Online
- NBDC’s Virtual Disability Inclusion Summit: October 21st, 10a.m. to 1p.m., Online
- What’s After High School?: October 22nd, 12:30p.m. to 2p.m., Online
- What’s After High School?: October 22nd, 6p.m. to 7:30p.m., Online
- What’s After High School?: October 28th, 5p.m. to 6:30p.m., Online
- AbilityFestUSA: October 26th to November 1st, Sheraton Hotel, Brookefield WI
Post your event on the Self-Determination Network and it can be included in future Network News emails to members! Questions? Suggestions? Contact Stacy Ellingen.
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