Resources
The CDC has published a toolkit to support people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. The toolkit addresses: getting a COVID-19 vaccine, wearing a mask, social distancing, hand washing and getting a COVID-19 test. There are also tip sheets for caregivers and providers. You can find these materials at the following CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/humandevelopment/COVID-19-Materials-for-People-with-IDD.html
From Justice for Jenny to Justice for ALL – EVERYONE Has the Right to Make Choices
Supported Decision Making session from The of Virginia’s Annual Conference. Presenter – Jonathan Martinis, Esq., J.D. is Senior Director for Law and Policy with the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse UniversitySocial Security Basics: An Overview with a Focus on People with Developmental Disabilities
- Guardianship 101
Social Security: The Application and Appeal Process for SSI and SSDI
- April 2019 Futures Planning: Virginia Medicaid Waivers
- January 2019 Futures Planning: Special Needs Trusts – LINK 1 | LINK 2
- December 2018 Futures Planning: Social Security Benefits
- November 2018 Futures Planning on Managing Real Estate in a Special Needs Trust
October 2018 Futures Planning on DD Waivers and CCC+
Waiver Information/Medicaid Waivers: Waiver Information Sheet | Medicaid Information- Futures Planning September 2018: Creative Housing Options for People with Disabilities
Formed Families
Forward – Online Resource Directory(Resource Directory Description-About This Resource Directory – Formed Families Forward)
- A Case for Inclusion: United Cerebral Palsy 2015 Report
See how well each State Medicaid program serves Americans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. - Wrightslaw – www.wrightslaw.com
- National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities – www.nichcy.org
- National Center for Learning Disabilities – www.ncld.org
- Disability.gov – www.disability.gov
disAbilityNavigator (A VirginiaNavigator Website) is a unique web resource created by and for people with disabilities and their families. It covers a wide range of topics: Family, Health, Community, Advocacy, Planning, and Home.
The Arc@School en español https://thearcatschool.org/en-espanol/
- From NCLD – Understanding Section 504
- From the government – http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/504faq.html
- And on Wrightslaw: http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/sec504.index.htm
- From NCLD – Understanding Section 504
- From the government – http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/504faq.html
- And on Wrightslaw: http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/sec504.index.htm
Crime Victims With Disabilities: Know Your Rights –
This 4-page booklet was created by The Arc National Center on Criminal Justice
& Disability.Developing Positive Interactions for People with
Developmental Disabilities and First Responders, Police, and
the Justice System: A Guide for People with
Developmental Disabilities and their Loved Ones is
written for people with disabilities and their families aimed at planning to
prevent negative interactions and how to managed if something goes wrong.Navigating Traffic Stops for People with Disabilities –
a one-page guide* Tips on Making 911 Calls for People with Disabilities –
(accessible document)* Tips on Navigating Police Interactions for People with
Disabilities – (accessible document)* Tips on Navigating Traffic Stops for People with
Disabilities – (accessible document)When Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Become
Involved in the Criminal Justice System: A Guide for Attorneys is
a parallel guide for attorneys hired to represent people with developmental
disabilities to learn about the unique needs and rights of their new clients.Navigating Police Interactions for People with Disabilities –
a one-page guideNavigating 911 Calls for People with Disabilities –
a one-page guideDevelopmental Disabilities Identification Card –
Fill in the form, print, cut, and keep with other ID cards.
- 2010 Parent’s Guide to Special Education (VA)
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/parents/parents_guide.pdf
- Wrights Law
www.wrightslaw.com - ESY
- Extended School Year Services (ESY) Resource Document
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/regulations/federal/extended_schoolyear_services.pdf - Decision Making at Age 18
- Transfer of Rights Upon Reaching the Age of Majority in VA (including sample Power of Attorney for Educational Decisions)
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/regulations/state/transfer_rights_students_disabilities.pdf
- The complete guide to social security and disability benefits: http://backgroundchecks.org/the-complete-guide-to-social-security-disability-benefits.html
- Behavior & Discipline
- Guidance Document on Manifestation Determinations
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/support/student_conduct/manifestation_determination.pdf - College Bound?
- Great info about going to college if you have a disability!
http://www.going-to-college.org/overview/index.html
- Great support for college bound students:
weconnectnow.wordpress.com - Food Allergies
- This link is for “AllergyEats—your guide to allergy friendly restaurants” http://www.allergyeats.com/
- Loudoun Allergy Network: http://www.loudounallergynetwork.org/
- Representative Payee
- Rep Payee FAQ’s http://www.ssa.gov/payee/faqrep.htm
- Rep Payee Descriptions http://www.socialsecurity.gov/ssi/text-repayee-ussi.htm