Category: Opportunities
ADMINISTRATION FOR COMMUNITY LIVING: New Research Funding Opportunity for Independent Living Transition Services for Youth and Young Adults with Significant Disabilities from Minority Backgrounds
By SD Network, 2019-07-03
The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) at ACL is announcing a funding opportunities for a new Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) on Independent Living Transition Services for Youth and Young Adults with Significant Disabilities from Minority Backgrounds.
Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRP) Program
The purpose of the DRRP program is to plan and conduct research, demonstration projects, training, and related activities (including international activities) to develop methods, procedures, and rehabilitation technology that maximize the full inclusion and integration into society, employment, independent living, family support, and economic and social self-sufficiency of individuals with disabilities.
DRRP on Independent Living Transition Services for Youth and Young Adults with Significant Disabilities from Minority Backgrounds: This particular DRRP priority is a joint-funding collaboration between NIDILRR and the Independent Living Administration (ILA), both within the Administration for Community Living (ACL). The grantee will conduct research to generate evidence-based practices for services provided by Centers for Independent Living (CILs) to facilitate the transition of youth with significant disabilities from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds who were eligible for individualized education programs and who have completed their secondary education or otherwise left school.
Applicants under this priority must propose to conduct research to:
(1) systematically identify promising practices for facilitating the transition of youth and young adults with significant disabilities from minority backgrounds,
(2) develop at least two manualized transition interventions for youth and young adults with significant disabilities from minority backgrounds, and
(3) assess the feasibility and efficacy of the transition interventions for youth and young adults with significant disabilities from minority backgrounds.
Applicants must also include a plan of dissemination, training, and technical assistance services to CILs, regarding services to facilitate the transition of youth and young adults with significant disabilities from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds to post-secondary life. To help ensure the relevance of the research-based knowledge generated by this grant, CILs must be substantially involved in the design and implementation of the proposal, including all research, development, dissemination, training, and technical assistance activities.
Minority entities are the only applicants that are eligible to apply for this grant opportunity.
Please visit the link above for more details about this grant opportunity and application process. This grant opportunity closes on August 19, 2019.
ADMINISTRATION FOR COMMUNITY LIVING: New Research Grant Opportunity: Technology for People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
By SD Network, 2019-05-22
A new grant opportunity from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) at ACL has been announced.
Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Technology for People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing: NIDILRR seeks to fund research and development that leads to innovative technological solutions and strategies to improve the accessibility, usability, and performance of technologies designed to benefit people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
The purpose of the RERC program is to improve the effectiveness of services authorized under the Rehabilitation Act by conducting advanced engineering research on and development of innovative technologies that are designed to solve particular rehabilitation problems or to remove environmental barriers. RERCs also demonstrate and evaluate such technologies, facilitate service delivery system changes, stimulate the production and distribution of new technologies and equipment in the private sector, and provide training opportunities.
Please visit the link above for more details about the grant opportunity and application process. This grant opportunity closes on July 19, 2019.
2019-2020 Training Opportunities for Families of Youth with Disabilities
What is a Transition Parents in Partnership?
Transition Parents in Partnership (PIP) is an opportunity for families to learn about the transition process for their youth with disabilities ages 14-21 in the areas of employment, education, living and health.
Why Should I attend a Transition PIP?
- Learn about planning for life after high school
- Learn about valuable resources and adult services
- Become part of a network of parents who have youth with disabilities
- Explore ways to share the information I have learned
- Strengthen partnerships between the many professionals I interact with on behalf of my child
For more information about PIP and for the locations and dates for the 2019-2020 PIP trainings visit: https://wspei.org/families/pip.php
What is Youth in Partnership with Parents for Empowerment?
Youth in Partnership with Parents for Empowerment (YiPPE) is an opportunity for youth with disabilities (ages 14-21) and their parents to learn about the transition process in a unique way while building real life skills in the areas of employment, education, living and health.
Why Should I attend YiPPE?
- Learn about planning for life after high school
- Learn about valuable resources and adult services
- Become part of a network of parents who have youth with disabilities
- Explore ways to share the information I have learned
- Strengthen partnerships between the many professionals I interact with on behalf of my child
Why Should my Youth Attend YiPPE?
- Learn how to make decisions for themselves
- Get involved in their school and community
- Learn how to speak for themselves
- Prepare for college and/or work
- Meet other youth
For more information about YiPPE and for the locations and dates for the 2019-2020 YiPPE trainings visit: www.wspei.org/families/yippe.php
If I’m Interested in either of these trainings, what do I do next?
- To register for a YiPPE training, contact Sherry Gundlach 920-896-1003.
- To register for the Fennimore Transition PIP training, contact Kari Todryk 608-745-5421.
All trainings are FREE of charge to families. Overnights, meals, and resources are paid for with a DPI IDEA Discretionary Grant.
*To learn more about WSPEI please click here to visit the website*
ADMINISTRATION FOR COMMUNITY LIVING: New Research Funding Opportunity on Family Support
By SD Network, 2019-04-23
The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) at ACL is announcing a funding opportunity for a new Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) project.
Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers
The purpose of the RRTC program, which are funded through the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program, is to achieve the goals of, and improve the effectiveness of, services authorized under the Rehabilitation Act through well-designed research, training, technical assistance, and dissemination activities in important topic areas as specified by NIDILRR. These activities are designed to benefit rehabilitation service providers, individuals with disabilities, family members, and other stakeholders.
RRTC on Family Support: The purpose of this particular RRTC is to conduct research, training, technical assistance, and related activities to contribute to effective support of family caregivers of people with disabilities, and ultimately to improved community living, health and function, and employment outcomes of people with disabilities who are supported by family members.
Please visit the link above for more details about the grant opportunity and application process. This grant opportunity closes on June 10, 2019.
ADMINISTRATION FOR COMMUNITY LIVING: New Research Funding Opportunity on Employment of People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
By SD Network, 2019-04-08
The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) at ACL is announcing a funding opportunity for a new Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) project.
Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers
The purpose of the RRTC program, which are funded through the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program, is to achieve the goals of, and improve the effectiveness of, services authorized under the Rehabilitation Act through well-designed research, training, technical assistance, and dissemination activities in important topic areas as specified by NIDILRR. These activities are designed to benefit rehabilitation service providers, individuals with disabilities, family members, and other stakeholders.
RRTC on Employment of People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities:The purpose of this particular RRTC is to conduct research, training, technical assistance, and related activities to contribute to improved employment outcomes of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Please visit the link above for more details about the grant opportunity and application process. This grant opportunity closes on May 28, 2019.
ADMINISTRATION FOR COMMUNITY LIVING: Research Funding Opportunity on Employment of Transition-Age Youth with Disabilities
By SD Network, 2019-04-03
The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) at ACL is announcing a funding opportunity for a new Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) project.
Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers
The purpose of the RRTC program, which are funded through the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program, is to achieve the goals of, and improve the effectiveness of, services authorized under the Rehabilitation Act through well-designed research, training, technical assistance, and dissemination activities in important topic areas as specified by NIDILRR. These activities are designed to benefit rehabilitation service providers, individuals with disabilities, family members, and other stakeholders.
RRTC on Employment of Transition-Age Youth with Disabilities: The purpose of this particular RRTC is to conduct research, training, technical assistance, and related activities to contribute to improved employment outcomes of transition-age youth with disabilities.
Please visit the link above for more details about the grant opportunity and application process. This grant opportunity closes on May 24, 2019.
- Is at least 18 years old
- Has a neurological diagnosis (such as but not limited to post-polio syndrome, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis) for at least 6 months.
- Use a wheelchair (manual or power) at least 75% of your mobility time inside your home and 100% of the time outside your home.
- Has a computer with internet access.
- Is able to read and understand English.
The Wisconsin Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is a week-long leadership training and career awareness program for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors with disabilities.
Being selected to attend the YLF is a distinct honor that you can be very proud of. Please take the time to apply – you’ll have the time of your life!
YLF IS FOR:
- Students who show leadership potential by being active in their school and community
- Students who have a disability (physical, learning, cognitive, emotional, sensory, etc.)
- Wisconsin residents
- Students who are currently sophomores, juniors or seniors in high school
WHY ATTEND THE YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM?
- To give you a place to meet other students your age who are experiencing similar issues and concerns
- To help you increase your leadership skills so you can further your future goals and reach them
- To assist you in becoming a leader in your school and community
To apply for the 2019 Youth Leadership Forum fill out the application and send to Jenny Neugart at jenny.neugart@ wisconsin.gov or if you print out the application you can mail it to Jenny at 101 E Wilson St Rm 219 Madison, WI 53703.
Electronic fillable form: Application
Print Version: Application
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The American Association on Health and Disability (www.aahd.us) is accepting applications for the Frederick J. Krause Scholarship for undergraduate (sophomore standing and above) and graduate students with disabilities who are majoring in a field related to disability and health. Please feel free to distribute to your colleagues.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM CRITERIA: The AAHD Frederick J. Krause Scholarship on Health and Disability is awarded annually to deserving students with a disability, pursuing undergraduate/ graduate studies (must be at least enrolled as a Sophomore in college) in an accredited college or university. Preference is given to students majoring in a field related to disability and health, to include, but not limited to public health, health promotion, disability studies, disability research, rehabilitation engineering, audiology, disability policy, special education, occupational therapy, physical therapy and majors that will impact quality of life of persons with disabilities.
Applicant must have a disability and enrolled FULL TIME as an undergraduate student (sophomore standing and above) or enrolled PART TIME or FULL TIME in a graduate school. Applicant must be a US citizen or legal resident living in the US and enrolled in an accredited US university. Funds are limited to under $1,000.
FUNDING INFORMATION: Funds are limited to under $1,000. The AAHD Board of Directors Scholarship Committee will evaluate each of the applicants and make a decision in December of each calendar year. The 2018-2019 Scholarship Award will be awarded January 2019. It is the discretion of the Scholarship Committee to determine how many scholarships will be awarded each year and the amount of each scholarship.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicant must provide a Personal Statement (maximum 3 pages, double spaced), including brief personal history, educational/career goals, extra-curricular activities, and reasons why they should be selected by the AAHD Scholarship Committee. This statement must be written solely by the applicant.
Applicant must provide two (2) Letters of Recommendation (One must be from a faculty member or academic advisor). Letters may be sent by U. S. mail or by email attachment as pdf and should include the signature of the faculty member or advisor, and the name of student should appear in the subject line of the email.
Applicant must provide an official copy of college transcript, which should be mailed to AAHD in a sealed envelope.
Applicant must agree to allow AAHD to use their name, picture and/or story in future scholarship materials.
Applications are due November 15, 2018.
APPLICATION FORM: PDF
Please attach your application, supporting materials, etc. and email to: scholarship@aahd.us. Place “2018-19 Scholarship” in subject line. (Please use MS Word for your personal statement and MS Word, if at all possible, and/or PDF for all other documents that are emailed as attachments). If this is not possible, please mail documents to:
AAHD Scholarship Committee
American Association on Health and Disability
110 N. Washington Street, Suite 328-J
Rockville, MD 20850
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Only completed applications will be considered and must be postmarked and/or received by email no later than November 15, 2018
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Circles of Life Conference 2019
35th Annual Statewide Conference: May 2 – 3, 2019
Holiday Inn – Convention Center, Stevens Point, Wisconsin
The Circles of Life Conference invites you to submit a proposal (or two) for the 2019 conference. Between 400-500 individuals with disabilities, their families and professionals from across Wisconsin attend the Circles of Life Conference each year. The conference is a unique opportunity for participants to develop new skills, learn up to date information and form lasting relationships.
We are looking for presenters including: parents, family members, youth and adults with disabilities, professionals, providers, volunteers, or other potential presenters with information or expertise in a broad range of topics that affect families and individuals with disabilities. Previous topics have included:
- Leadership and advocacy
- Community
- Education
- Family and self-care and wellness
- Health and mental health topics
- Long-term care
- Transition
- And many others…
We hope that you will consider submitting a proposal for the 2019 conference or share this information with other individuals who you think would be excellent presenters.
Please visit the Circles of Life website at circlesoflifeconference.com/call-for-presenters/ for application materials. The deadline for proposals is September 30, 2018.
For more information, please visit the Circles of Life Conference web site at:circlesoflifeconference.com or find us on Facebook.