Presenter: Maria Kemplin, Transportation Initiative, UK-HDI Hosted By: University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI), Southeast ADA Center, Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. Contact for More Information Southeast ADA Center Email: seadawebinars@syr.edu Phone: 404-541-9001 Web: adasoutheast.org
Description Employee referrals and involvement in recruitment can increase worker retention. Partnering with vocational rehabilitation can help identify worker skills for other roles within the organization. The webinar will be led by Tim Ernst, Director of Human Resources at East & Westbrook Construction Co., and moderated by Kimberly Wickert, RETAIN Kentucky, Human Development Institute, University of Kentucky.
Presented by: Erin Fitzgerald, UK Human Development Institute (HDI) Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary (CTP) Coordinator, Supported Higher Education Project Session description: This seminar will explore ways in which comics and illustrations can help reduce barriers and increase understanding between clients and clinicians in healthcare settings. We will start with an introduction to the field of […]
Presenters: Mary Jo Cooley Hidecker, Ph.D., CCC-A/SLP and Sarah Elise Craig, M.S. CF-SLP Learning Objectives: This presentation focuses on when scanning may be used for AAC access and describes the sensory options to support scanning. The following scanning options will be discussed: 1) visual scanning (e.g., circular, linear, row/column, area/row/column), 2) partner-assisted scanning, 3) two-step […]
Join us to be introduced to the National Technical Assistance Center on Quality Employment in Vocational Rehabilitation and review an employer self-evaluation to support individuals with disabilities. The webinar will be led by Dr. Tim Tansey, University of Wisconsin and moderated by Kimberly Wickert, RETAIN Kentucky, HDI, University of Kentucky.
Presenters: Sarah Elise Craig, M.S. CF-SLP Learning Objectives: This presentation focuses on how eye gaze works to access low tech and high tech AAC. Discussion will include how low-tech visual gaze systems work, calibrating an AAC device for eye gaze access, and changing eye gaze settings - including dwell time and spacing.
The College and Career Studies program at UK provides students a fully inclusive college experience. With chosen supports and person-centered planning, students will be part of all areas of campus life, from classes and clubs to social events and activities. Presenter: Erin Fitzgerald; College & Career Studies Coordinator