Events

TN- NADD is the Tennessee Chapter of the National Association for the Dually Diagnosed.   TN-NADD is dedicated to the advancment of mental wellness for persons with developmental disabilities.

This year's conference Transitions:  The Good, The Bad, The Effective, will explore the multiple dimensions of transitions, including the psychological changes that people and their families encounter across developmental stages.  

The conference will be held in Nashville at the Radisson Hotel at Opryland.  Please see the attached flyer for additional information, or go to www.thenadd.org . 

Do you care about people with disabilities being included in faith communities? Do you think the spiritual needs of people with disabilities are often overlooked when doing assessments and developing care plans? Does disability affect your life in any way?

Religious leaders and educators, individuals with disabilities and their families, and disability service providers are invited to participate in this inaugural event designed to accelerate congregational accessibility so that people with disabilities and their families can have deeper access into the community life of congregations throughout Tennessee.

When:
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
8:30a.m.-5 p.m.

Where:
Holiday Inn Express
920 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
For discounted room reservations, call: 615) 244-0150 or toll-free (888) 443-7829

Fees:
$49 Before September 24
$59 After September 24
Fees cover meals, snacks, and a CD of resources.
A limited number of scholarships are available.
To request a scholarship call: (615) 322-5658 r toll-free (866) 936-8852

 

Program:

• Breakfast and Registration - 8:30am
  
• Welcome - 9am
  
• Keynote Speaker: Mark Crenshaw, Director of Interfaith Disability Connection - 9:15am
  
• Breakout Sessions - 10:30am

1. Turning Dreams of Inclusion into Action Plans
2. Do You Have a Story? Storytelling as a Tool for Barrier Removal

• Lunch and Stories of Inclusion - 11:30am
  
• Keynote Speaker: Becca Hornstein, Director of the Council for Jews With Special Needs - 1:30pm
• Panel Discussion: Inclusion & Empowerment - 2:45pm
  
• Wrap Up and Charge - 3:45pm
  
• Networking Hour with Refreshments - 4pm 

For more information:  Call (615) 322-8240 or email courtney.taylor@vanderbilt.edu

To register:  http://kc.vanderbilt.edu/congregationinclusion/

 

Sponsored by: Faith for ALL and the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center

To download a PDF flyer

To download a text-only flyer

On August 28thth, Family Voices will be co-sponsoring a Family Outreach Conference to educate families of parents with deaf or hard of hearing children.  Our goal is to inform families of their options of communication, amplification, and education; help them to understand audiograms; and educate the families on the different types of hearing loss.  We also would like to provide the opportunity for families to connect with other families that have children that are deaf or hard of hearing.

Since Shelby County has the lowest rate of follow up after the failure of the initial newborn hearing screening in the state, we want to have this event to raise awareness of this issue and increase the follow up rate.  In order to do this, we are going to educate these families in the importance of detecting hearing loss as soon as possible.  Then families can have the best options for their child in the areas of communication, reading, and learning.

This event is free to families, but registration is required (see form below).  The event will feature:

• Free Speech and Hearing Screenings
• Sessions on:
  
• Understanding Audiograms
• Communication Options
• Deafness Advocacy
• Parent Notebook
• Assistive Listening Devices
• School system options in Shelby County for the Deaf/HH
• A Parent Panel of Parents with children that are Deaf/HH
• Door Prizes
• Vendors who have services for the Deaf /HH and will be on site through the day to share their resources with families
• Day care and activities for the children         
  

For more information contact Jenny Williams

Event Sponsors:

• Family Voices of Tennessee (a program of the TN Disability Coalition)
  
• University of Memphis School of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Departments
• National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
• TN Newborn Hearing and Screening Program

To Download Registration Form

To Download a Flyer in PDF (same information as above)

To Download a Flyer in MS Word (same information as above)

Join citizens from across the state as we celebrate the Americans With Disabilities Act 20th Anniversary with TN First Lady Andrea Conte at Conservation Hall on July 26, 2010.  Everyone is welcome, but registration is required.

Date:  July 26th, 2010

Location:  Conservation Hall at the Governor's Residence, 882 South Curtiswood Lane, Nashville (parking off-site)

2pm - 3pm:  Exhibits on effective communications and refreshments will be served

3pm - 4pm:  Formal celebratory program (details tba)

What is the event about?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law July 26, 1990.  The law was the result of years of  work as people with disabilities addressed barriers that excluded them from work and society. The ADA 20th Anniversary Celebration is going to celebrate the successes and advancements made in the last twenty years while highlight advancements in effective communication for people with disabilities.

Is the event free?

There is no charge for the event, but seating is limited and reservations are required by July 19, 2010. Reservations can be made at http://ada20thanniversary.eventbrite.com/ or by calling (615) 383-9442.

Who should attend?

Event open to everyone. People with disabilities and their families, business men and women, legislators, lawyers, medical staff, organizations that work with people with disabilities, and the list goes on.

Parking

Parking will not be available at the Residence. Shuttle service will be provided at Cofers Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. ALL attendees MUST park at the shuttle site as only the shuttles will have gate clearance through security. All registrants will have clearance and get checked in before getting on the shuttle for entry to the Conservation Hall. The address for parking at the church is: 3915 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN.

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Other Events Across the State

Below is a preliminary list of available information about events around the state.  This information will be updated throughout July.

Chattanooga

The TRAC Center for Independent Living will be hosting a celebration in early September.

Date:  September 9, 2010
Time: 11am - 2pm
Place:  Alhambra Shrine Temple
For more information:  contact Pam Jackson at (423) 892-4774.

Jackson

At press time the Jackson Center for Independent Living expected to host its annual ADA Celebration on/about July 26 in the early afternoon.  Activities typically include food, music and games.  This year’s event may also include a special tribute to its Executive Director, Glen Barr, who recently passed away.  For more information call (731) 668-2211.

Knoxville

The disABILITY Resource Center and its partners will be hosting a Spirit of ADA Celebration.

Date:  July 26th
Time:  Breakfast/Awards 9 to 10:30am, Walk N Roll Activities 11am to 1pm
Location:  Ashley Nicole Playground

Featuring:

• Spirit of ADA Awards Celebration Breakfast - Recognizing an individual with a disability as well as a variety of persons and businesses in the community for their contributions to disability rights
• Walk N Roll Activities
• Wheelchair obstacle course
• Beeper ball
• Cane walk
• And more

For more information: Contact Nicole Anderson at (865) 637-3666.

Memphis

The theme of this year’s celebration is “Americans with Disabilities Act:  Rights Worth Fighting For.”  Several partners have come together for this year’s celebration including the Memphis Center for Independent Living, the MidSouth Paralyzed Veterans of America, and the Arc of the MidSouth.

Date:  July 26th
Time:  11am to 1pm
Location:  The Hall of Mayors
Featuring:  Keynote address by Congressman Steve Cohen plus food, music and fun.

For more information: Contact Leslie Jones at (901) 726-6404.

Paris

The TARP Center for Independent Living will be welcoming the community to an ADA celebration at the Henry County Fairgrounds.

Date:  July 24th
Time:  11am to 7pm
Location:  Henry County Fairgrounds

Featuring:

• Live Music
• Indoor/Outdoor Activities
• Motorcycle Ride & Show
• Games and Family Fun
• Cakewalk & Roll
• And more

For more information: Contact Bob Leonard at (731) 644-0026.

Photo Caption:  President George H.W. Bush signing the ADA into law in 1990

Due to popular demand, the Chattanooga Autism Center is happy to announce a four week series teaches you positive strategies to help your child develop better toileting skills! Class size limited to 8 people).  Requirements (1) commit to attending the entire series and (2) register to ensure your spot!

What:  Toilet Training the Older Child (7+ years old) using positive strategies to help your child develop better toileting skills. *Please note we will be holding a separate learning series for toilet training younger children if interest demands it**

Facilitated By:  Laura Forkum-Berryhill, BCBA/M.Ed & Melissa Bennett, ABA Instructor

Dates:  4 Wednesdays in June (June 2nd, 9th, 16th & 23rd)

Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Location:  Chattanooga Autism Center, 1000 E 3rd St.

RSVP:  Please let us know the age of your child and any other information you feel would help us learn more about your specific situation before meeting in person. Melissajoy_bennett@yahoo.com  or  702-306-7530

Hosted by the Chattanooga Autism Center.