Self-Determination Network News:October2015

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Changes to Wisconsin Long-Term Care: Whats Next?

On October 12^th, InControl Wisconsin held a webinar withLynn Breedlove, Co-chair of the Wisconsin Long-Term Care Coalition, and Lisa Pugh, Public Policy Director of Disability Rights Wisconsin, about what's next for Long-Term Care in Wisconsin. Weve setup aResource pagein our Wisconsin Long-Term Care section where you can find links to the webinar (both the audio-recording and the Powerpoint) as well as multiple resources to help you understand what's happening. We encourage you to check these out and share your resources as well.

In addition, weve started adiscussionwhere you can ask questions and express your thoughts and concerns regarding Long-Term Care in Wisconsin. Join the conversation today!

Member Spotlight

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.

For this month, we shine the Spotlight on Dennis Granzen. Having the unique perspective of advocating for people with disabilities, but then also needing supports himself, he understands the importance of self-determination and advocacy. Stop by this monthsMember Spotlightand get to know Dennis!

Who should we shine the Spotlight on next?

Take our One-Minute Poll

In our last one-minute poll, we asked what your favorite Halloween candy was. About 26% reported that they liked Reeses Peanut Butter Cups best. M&Ms came in a close second at about 23%, and Snickers and Butterfingers tied at about 13%. About 20% of people said they either liked a different kind of candy or didnt like candy.

As you know, InControl Wisconsin recently offered a webinar focusing on an update of the State budget and its impact on long-term care programs in Wisconsin. As we consider future webinars, wed like to know if there are other topics youre interested in. Take ourone-minute pollnow!

It Only Takes "Five"

Take five minutes to check out what's happening on the Self-Determination Network:

• Call for Proposals: Proposals are now being accepted for the Autism Society of Wisconsin 27^thAnnual Conference.
• Advocacy Continues: This is a great article about how people continue to voice their concerns about changes to long-term care.
• Power of Networking: This is a great blog about the power of networking for people with disabilities.
• Register Now: Registration is now open for the Across the Lifespan Conference.
• Emergency Preparedness: This is a terrific article about emergency preparation for people with disabilities.
• Disability and Arts: Read about this great Wisconsin organization that provides arts programming for people with disabilities.
• City Ranking: This is an interesting article about a ranking for the best and worst cities for people with disabilities.
• Caregiver Wage Protections: This is a great article about caregiver wage protections finally took effect after many delays.
• Call for Exhibitors: The Across the Lifespan Conference is still looking for exhibitors. Exhibitor registration deadline is November 30^th.
• Post news or start a discussion: It's easy to do and a great way to share information and network with others!

Stacys Journal

This month Stacy shares about howa new IRIS rule has really impacted her life. We encourage you to ask her questions and/or share your experiences as well.

New Members

Stop by to welcomeour newest members:

• He wants to keepinformed about long-term care.
• Thismotherwants to learn about programs for her daughter.
• ThisVocational Coordinatorwants to keep current with whats happening and network with others.
• She wants to assist inpromoting disability rights.
• She joined the SD Networkto gather more information.
• This personworks with people with disabilitiesand wants to understand the upcoming changes.
• She joined the Network tokeep learning.
• She wants to betterunderstand the philosophy of self-determination.
• She's aSDS Specialist.

Do you know someone who should join the Self-Determination Network? Spread the word and invite friends, families and other interested folks!

Upcoming Events

Here's a sample ofupcoming eventslisted on the Self-Determination Network:

• Youth in Partnership with Parents for Empowerment (YiPPE):October 23^rdto 24^th, Sleep Inn & Suites Conference Center, Eau Claire WI
• Mia Mingus Presentation: October 23^rd, 4:15pm to 6pm, Sterling Hall, Madison

• Webinar: Accessible Trails: November 5^th, 1:30pm to 3pm, Online
• Self-Determination Conference:November 9^thto 11^th, Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells WI
• Across the Lifespan Conference: December 3^rdto 4^th, Chula Vista Resort, Wisconsin Dells WI
• Wisconsin Transition Conference: February 18^th to 19^th, Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells WI

Post your eventon the Self-Determination Network and it can be included in future Network News emails to members! Questions? Suggestions? ContactStacy Ellingen.

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