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The Great Lakes ADA Center in collaboration with the ADA National Network invites you to register for the upcoming ADA Audio Conference Webinar titled “Unlocking A Way Out: Networking to Provide a Pathway for Inmates."
Speaker(s):
- Zachary Dorholt, LPCC, Integrated Behavioral Health Provider, CentraCare Health
- Dawn Wenderski, Sergeant - Corrections Division, Stearns County Sheriff's Office
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:30
Description:
The ADA protects inmates with disabilities in correctional settings, including their right to program access and reasonable accommodations. This presentation will examine the barriers faced by inmates who are managing mental health challenges while navigating the court system in custody. We will discuss how to identify these obstacles and develop individualized plans to address them by connecting and coordinating inmate needs across multiple systems. Attendees will learn about the successful strategies and logistical approaches implemented in our county jail, as well as partnerships with other county and community divisions, to help reduce recidivism
Real-time captioning via Zoom and Stream Text will be available
Individuals may submit questions for the speakers consideration in advance during the registration process.
Format: Zoom Webinar Platform (Closed Captioning will be provided via Zoom and Stream Text link option)
Registration Required: Registration for this session can be found on the schedule page at www.ada-audio.org. If you do not have an account with our system, you will be required to establish one before registering.
Registration deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025
Continuing Education Recognition (CER): ACTCP, Certificate of Attendance
Questions should be directed to webinars@adaconferences.org
