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Nov 13, 2026 · 1:03:55
If you are considering a residential community for your loved one with intellectual or developmental differences, we encourage you to start exploring options early to find the…
Nov 12, 2026 · 1:00:06
Looking for an educational experience after high school for your teen who learns differently? You will not want to miss this webinar! You will hear ideas, options, and…
Nov 11, 2026 · 1:00:34
There are many decisions to be made as you prepare for the future of your special needs family member. Living with a disability is often associated with significant costs. That’s…
Nov 10, 2026 · 1:00:51
It seemed bogus, but it is real - your state may try to come after your money when your loved one passes away. You won't want to miss this discussion with Special Needs Attorney…
Aug 28, 2026 · 1:00:38
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such…
Aug 21, 2026 · 59:05
Are you looking for an educational experience after high school for your child with special needs? If you are reviewing options related to academics, vocational opportunities,…
Aug 18, 2026 · 1:00:18
In this session, we will review SSI & Medicaid, SSDI & Medicare, and Childhood Disability Benefits. We will review when and how to apply, how to be prepared for your appointment,…
Apr 14, 2026 · 1:01:37
Join us for an engaging and informative presentation about My Possibilities, a pioneering organization dedicated to providing continuing education, vocational training, and life…
Apr 14, 2026 · 1:02:26
You may not have heard of the Family Opportunity Mortgage that enables you to purchase a home for a disabled child without paying second home or investment property rates. Join…
Apr 14, 2026 · 1:04:32
Many parents wonder if their child's development is on track and what behaviors are typical. Every child is different and it can be tough to know when to be concerned and when to…
Nov 19, 2025 · 1:01:03
With Ryan Roberts, CEO of Level-Up Life and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Nov 19, 2025 · 56:39
In this session, we will review SSI & Medicaid, SSDI & Medicare, and Childhood Disability Benefits. We will review when and how to apply, how to be prepared for your appointment,…
Sep 12, 2025 · 1:04:08
Divorce and child support are legally complex and emotionally challenging issues on their own. When these issues involve children with special needs, parents must be even more…
Sep 11, 2025 · 1:00:58
Is your child struggling with academics? Hating school? Unfocused? Unmotivated? Battling homework? Are you concerned about how your highschooler will develop adulting skills and…
Sep 10, 2025 · 39:44
Join this webinar to hear from Special Education Advocate Tenika Combs, Founder of Got Advocacy. She will help you understand the importance of your rights as a parent, the ARD…
Sep 7, 2025 · 1:02:21
In this session, we will review SSI & Medicaid, SSDI & Medicare, and Childhood Disability Benefits. We will review when and how to apply, how to be prepared for your appointment,…
Sep 6, 2025 · 54:20
This presentation provides the tools for the parents to lay the groundwork for developing a High School Transition Plan for College, Employment and Independent Living in…
Sep 6, 2025 · 51:16
There are many decisions to be made as you prepare for the future of your special needs family member. Living with a disability is often associated with significant costs. That’s…
Sep 5, 2025 · 1:00:06
An important part of special needs planning is protecting your loved one from financial abuse. A True Link card is a prepaid, reloadable Visa debit card designed to help people…
Sep 5, 2025 · 48:36
Join this webinar to hear from Dwayne Graham, Branch Manager at New American Funding, as he tells us about a little-known mortgage product, the Family Opportunity Mortgage. This…
Sep 4, 2025 · 1:01:24
What is the boundary between them and what do they both do for my family? As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to…
Sep 4, 2025 · 58:59
Are you considering a non-traditional school designed for students who have learning concerns and need additional support to meet their needs? Join our panel webinar and hear…
Sep 4, 2025 · 55:35
Consideration of the non-autistic sibling is important as we consider the well-being of a family with a child diagnosed with autism. Sometimes, hidden struggles result in…
Sep 4, 2025 · 58:08
Do you have a son or daughter with a disability who is transitioning from school to their community? Person Centered Planning may help you! This problem-solving process is…
Sep 3, 2025 · 1:03:30
Are you frustrated and tired of not seeing the behavior change you want in your child? Do you feel you have tried everything with little or no results? Join us as Elizabeth…
Sep 3, 2025 · 55:44
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such…
Sep 3, 2025 · 1:01:20
As children with special needs transition to the teen and young adult years, their needs change significantly. You can prepare your child and yourselves for a successful…
Jan 24, 2025 · 1:00:39
Does your child or teen shy away from social situations, avoid talking to others, or worry too much about what their peers think of them? Shyness is common in children, and teens…
Jan 23, 2025 · 1:07:02
Join this webinar to hear from Special Needs Attorney Coulter as she answers questions from our participants on the uses and limitations of Special Needs Trusts in the context of…
Jan 23, 2025 · 1:04:02
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your special needs family member. What do you do when your…
Jan 16, 2025 · 54:42
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such…
Jan 15, 2025 · 1:01:25
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your special needs family member. The decision about…
Jan 15, 2025 · 1:03:24
There are many decisions to be made as you prepare for the future of your special needs family member. Living with a disability is often associated with significant costs. That’s…
Nov 15, 2024 · 1:03:08
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such…
Nov 15, 2024 · 1:02:01
In this session, we will review SSI & Medicaid, SSDI & Medicare, and Childhood Disability Benefits. We will review when and how to apply, how to be prepared for your appointment,…
Nov 15, 2024 · 1:01:57
HCS (Home and Community Services) is a Medicaid waiver program that supplies services and support to Texans with an intellectual disability (ID) or a related condition so that…
Nov 15, 2024 · 1:05:26
As a parent of a child with ADD/ADHD, you know there are often other associated conditions related to a mental illness. Major depression, PTSD, anorexia nervosa, and suicide…
Nov 14, 2024 · 58:33
Join this webinar to hear from Kelsey George, Director of School Community Partnership Integration with Special Olympics Texas. Also, enjoy hearing from Special Olympics Texas…
Oct 27, 2024 · 59:57
Do you have a young adult who would like to prepare for a career and learn to become independent? Were you aware that Texas Workforce, through the Vocational Rehabilitation…
Oct 26, 2024 · 1:01:29
Is your child struggling with academics? Hating school? Unfocused? Unmotivated? Battling homework? Are you concerned about how your high schooler will develop adulting skills and…
Oct 25, 2024 · 1:03:00
Join this webinar with Shana Halvorsen from EmpowerED. Shana is a special education advocate for families and a council member for the Texas Council for Developmental…
Oct 24, 2024 · 1:01:46
Once a child with special needs becomes a legal adult, how does a parent continue to protect and make decisions for that child? During this webinar we will be joined by Special…
Oct 3, 2024 · 15:05
Enjoy this recording as Allison Schaberg, owner of Consolidated Planning Group, helps special needs families understand how to plan for the future. Consolidated Planning Group is…
Oct 3, 2024 · 59:52
In this session, we will review SSI & Medicaid, SSDI & Medicare, and Childhood Disability Benefits. We will review when and how to apply, how to be prepared for your appointment,…
Oct 2, 2024 · 1:05:01
There are many decisions to be made as you prepare for the future of your special needs family member. Living with a disability is often associated with significant costs. That’s…
Oct 2, 2024 · 59:30
One way to ensure the IEP is preparing your child for the future is to focus on the Vision/Parent Input Statement. What is the Vision/Parent Input Statement? It is a visual…
Oct 2, 2024 · 1:02:44
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such…
Sep 19, 2024 · 1:02:44
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such…
Sep 18, 2024 · 1:00:33
Are you worried that your neurodiverse teen may not function well as an adult? Join this webinar with Ana Esparza and Dr. Antonio Pagan from the University of Texas Health…
Sep 18, 2024 · 43:37
If you want to check your child's dental visit off your "to do" list, this webinar is for you! Summer is a great time for a dental visit and we have a solution for a special…
Sep 12, 2024 · 58:08
HCS is a Medicaid waiver program that supplies services and supports to Texans with an intellectual disability (ID) or a related condition so that they can live in the community.…
Aug 21, 2024 · 44:02
Thinking of changing schools and joining a non-traditional school designed for students who have learning concerns and need additional support to meet their needs? Join our panel…
Aug 16, 2024 · 59:18
Individualized Skills and Socialization (ISS)/Day Programs are Adult Services that offer prevocational services, self-help, and social integration programs for special needs…
Aug 8, 2024 · 50:27
If you are worried about your child's behavior, learning, and development, don't miss this webinar! Join Neuro-Educational Consultant Faith Haley as she offers a solution! She…
Aug 7, 2024 · 1:03:08
A Special Needs Trust is a game-changer for families with special needs. But is it possible to bring a third party to the table rather than relying on a family member to act as…
Jul 21, 2024 · 1:00:04
A Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) waiver helps people with disabilities live and work in their community. This waiver can cover things almost NEVER covered by…
Jul 20, 2024 · 1:05:32
In this session, we will review SSI & Medicaid, SSDI & Medicare, and Childhood Disability Benefits. We will review when and how to apply, how to be prepared for your appointment,…
Jul 19, 2024 · 1:04:05
This insightful presentation from Sally Waterfield of Smart Families explores the impact of technology on children's brain development, highlighting why adolescent brains are…
Jul 18, 2024 · 59:19
Advocacy is not achieved overnight, especially for parents learning medical advocacy for their loved ones with complex care needs. Did you know you are a part of your child's…
Jul 18, 2024 · 51:41
HIPP is an optional State Medicaid program that helps reimburse eligible individuals for their share of an employer-sponsored health insurance premium payment. It is for families…
Jul 4, 2024 · 1:01:40
Divorce and child support are legally complex and emotionally challenging issues on their own. When these issues involve children with special needs, parents must be even more…
Jul 2, 2024 · 1:00:49
Looking for ideas to keep your child active and engaged while school is out for the summer break? What to do and where to go is often the question, and finding programs suitable…
Jun 30, 2024 · 1:01:02
Many families assume that once their graduate leaves the local School District program, there are no further educational options available. Not so! There are several…
Jun 27, 2024 · 1:01:10
As children with special needs transition to the teen and young adult years, their needs change significantly. You can prepare your child and yourselves for a successful…
Jun 5, 2024 · 1:02:25
Families who care for a family member with special needs should consider a Special Needs Trust to meet their financial needs and avoid affecting government benefits. However,…
Jun 4, 2024 · 53:24
If you love someone with a disability, you won't want to miss this webinar! Did you know these services are available to you? Peer Support Information and Referral Individual and…
Jun 4, 2024 · 55:48
“Summer slide,” or the tendency for kids to forget what they learned the previous school year, can be a struggle for any family but particularly challenging for children who…
May 30, 2024 · 39:52
Looking For Continuing Education and Social Options After High School For A Child With Special Needs? Let's Learn About Lifelong Learning With Friends! Adults with intellectual…
May 30, 2024 · 30:46
If you have a family member with a disability, finding the right dental care can be essential to their well-being. Individuals with special needs may require unique…
May 29, 2024 · 57:44
Have You Heard about the Family Opportunity Mortgage That You Can Get For Your Loved One With A Disability? Join this webinar to hear from Dwayne Graham, Branch Manager at New…
May 29, 2024 · 1:00:06
Is it time for your child with special needs to start thinking about a job? Are you wondering how to get started? Join this webinar where you will hear from Bloom Consulting,…
May 29, 2024 · 1:00:01
Looking for a college experience for your child with special needs? We have the answers to the questions families have when considering the best option for their student who is…
May 28, 2024 · 1:02:34
Our speaker is Dr. Sehrish Shikarpurya who researches transition practices to increase the post-school outcomes of youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This…
May 28, 2024 · 1:02:42
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your special needs family member. To protect your loved…
May 27, 2024 · 57:24
There are a lot of misconceptions about autism, particularly when it comes to children on the spectrum. Join this webinar to hear from Armando Bernal from Autism International as…
May 24, 2024 · 1:05:45
People can receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a Title II disability benefit, Medicaid and Medicare all at the same time. These people are called Concurrent Beneficiaries…
May 23, 2024 · 1:01:35
Sleep can be a big challenge for people with ADHD who have brains that can't tolerate boredom, bodies that are fidgety and restless, and thoughts that are hard to turn off.…
May 23, 2024 · 59:20
So your child has just been diagnosed with a disability...now what? Join this webinar as Special Education Attorney Jennifer Lynn Swanson and Special Needs Planner Michelle…
May 22, 2024 · 1:04:11
Come and learn how to increase success in your home education program or how to supplement traditional education for learners who struggle with focus, attention, engagement…
May 22, 2024 · 1:06:46
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such…
May 22, 2024 · 55:37
Are you worried about your child running away or getting lost? About not being about not being able to reach them by phone? About not knowing when they are having a medical…
May 21, 2024 · 1:03:30
Do you love someone with a mental illness? NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) envisions a healing community where all persons affected by mental illness can experience…
May 21, 2024 · 48:21
Do you worry about your college or career-capable student launching into adulthood while pursuing their goals? College Living Experience (CLE) provides wrap-around support to…
May 16, 2024 · 45:03
Do you care for a loved one with a disability? Caregiving can be stressful, exhausting, and draining both on your mental and physical health. Join Christy Pickrell, board member…
May 16, 2024 · 1:05:00
Dr. Temple Grandin has been named one of the top 100 most influential people in the world! Her life’s work has been to understand her own autistic mind, and to share that…
May 16, 2024 · 58:50
There are so many demands on our time and energy as a parent of a child with a disability. How can we nurture ourselves, our marriage, and other relationships, and still…
May 16, 2024 · 1:03:31
It is vitally important to provide the necessary support for your child without accidentally setting up unwanted limitations or exclusions. Your special needs attorney can help…
May 15, 2024 · 1:05:33
Does your child struggle with anxiety, worry, and fear? Anxiety is a common problem in children and particularly in those with ADHD brains. It can impact sleep, lead to behavior…
May 15, 2024 · 1:01:14
There can be a considerable learning curve for parents who have helped support and advocate for their children for 18 years before being "kicked out" of the process. This is…
May 9, 2024 · 1:05:55
In this webinar, attendees will learn about two programs offered by the Social Security Administration for disabled people: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and…
May 9, 2024 · 1:01:42
Summer camp is a great option for both youth and adults with disabilities. Many camps in Texas focus on supporting adults with IDD, medical concerns, learning challenges, and…
May 8, 2024 · 1:03:31
As children with special needs transition to the teen and young adult years, their needs change significantly. You can prepare your child and yourselves for a successful…
May 8, 2024 · 1:00:01
As a parent of a child with special needs, you know there are many decisions to be made as it relates to the future of your family member with special needs. Considerations such…
May 8, 2024 · 1:03:07
In this presentation, you will get an in-depth overview of potential online dangers, trends, hidden features of popular social media apps, and a brief overview of gaming…
May 7, 2024 · 1:03:28
It's never too early (or late!) to start preparing your child with autism, ADHD, or similar disability for transitioning to adulthood. Join this webinar to hear from Behavior…
May 4, 2024 · 58:12
Join this webinar to learn from Special Needs Attorney Julia Hayes as she outlines why your family may need Incapacity Planning. She will share the legal documents that must be…
May 3, 2024 · 1:00:05
So your child has just been diagnosed with a disability...now what? Join this webinar to help you prepare for the new reality. Explore the "ABCs" of school, therapy, and care.…
May 2, 2024 · 1:16:08
Dr. Temple Grandin has been named one of the top 100 most influential people in the world! An outspoken proponent of autism rights and famous for the humane treatment of…
May 2, 2024 · 58:36
If your child has a speech delay, you may worry that it is a speech deficit or something bigger like autism. Delayed speech can be a sign of autism, but not all children with…
May 2, 2024 · 1:04:37
Divorce and child support are legally complex and emotionally challenging issues on their own. When these issues involve children with special needs, parents must be even more…
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