Raising a child with special needs can bring unique challenges. Our hope is that these videos will equip you with information that can help you on your journey. If you have any recommendations for future topics/speakers, we would love to know!
You can find all of these education support videos here on our YouTube Channel.
Vocational Choices & Work Based Learning
ADWS
Project Search
Erin Riley – Project Search – Arkansas: Access
Adult Development Day Treatment Services, Profiles Classes and Structure of Profiles
Independent Living Services
Guardianship – Finding Peace through Planning
Bethany Pike – The Elrod Firm
UCA’s Disability Support Services
University of Central Arkansas
Vocational Rehabilitation Supported Employment
Independent Living Services
ACCE and SET for Success
Kristina Jones and Carlee Pippin – Easter Seals – UALR
IEPs & 504s
Centers for Exceptional Families
Finding Peace Through Planning
Michael Videll with Thrivent Financial & Bethany Pike with Elrod Firm
He Said, She Heard
Jared and Marisa Elmquist with Tangled House
Behavior Strategies that Work
Improving Compliance and Strengthening Relationships, Dr. Tricia Benish
The Great Mother’s Day Adventure
Jared and Marisa Elmquist with Tangled House
Fall Family Conference
Jared Elmquist with Tangled House
If anyone would like more information about the Asperger’s Support group that meets the last Wednesday of every month at the Main Library (on 2nd Street in Little Rock), please contact Lud Kozlowski: (501) 791-5835 or aspielud@comcast.net.
Click here to view Darren Morris speaking on Disability Rights.
Jerilyn Swalve-Wasson graduated from Ouachita Baptist University with a Bachelor’s in Psychology, graduated from UCA with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, and is a retired Licensed Psychological Examiner. Jerilyn currently works part-time for GetTherapy.com and Arkansas Families First, mental and behavioral agencies serving special needs populations of all ages. Jerilyn, along with her husband of 14 years, Kenny Wasson, serve on two boards at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, and are raising money to build the first inclusive, all-abilities playground in North Little Rock, Arkansas. They have one daughter, Emma, who spent her first 9 months in Arkansas Children’s Hospital, born with a congenital heart defect and Turner Syndrome. She currently resides at home with global developmental delays (non-verbal, and non-mobile), GJ feeds, and lots of medications. Emma is the inspiration for the playground and is a blessing to all who know her. Jerilyn doesn’t seek out public speaking opportunities, but feels when asked it is her calling to speak about their journey in hopes that it will help others and let them know they are not alone.
Dale Turrentine is the Community Program Development Manager for the Arkansas Department for Career Education through Arkansas Rehabilitation Services. She presented an overview at the monthly Asperger’s Support Group meeting of various vocational support programs available for young adults with special needs through ARS. Very informative! It’s exciting to hear about all the new programs that are being created to support our kids in finding rewarding work and school opportunities. Check it out!
Click here to view a video by Dale Tunnertine.
Mary Garlington, MA, BCBA, MS, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with 10 years of experience specializing in the treatment of children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis. In 2016, Mary received her board certification to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). She currently provides applied behavior analysis (ABA) services through Pediatrics Plus to families impacted by ASD in Central Arkansas.
2019 Spring Workshop
Discerning Behavior
Click here to see the video on Discerning Behavior
Medicaid
Click here to see the Medicaid Presentation
D.A.D.S.
Click here to see the video from the D.A.D.S. group
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