Past Events
2007
July 10th, 10 a.m. "Emergency Preparedness": Family to Family Network's Family Friends Program is pleased to have Harriet Halkyard, American Red Cross Disaster Relief Volunteer, speaking about what you can do NOW in the event you face a disaster such as a fire, tornado or hurricane. The presentation will take place at the Family to Family Network office, 13150 FM 529, Suite 106, Houston, 77041 (at the corner of N. Eldridge and FM 529). This event is free of charge, but space is limited. To R.S.V.P. call 713-466-6304.
March 29th, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. "Family to Family Network's Annual ARD Clinic": The F2F team will be on hand to help you prepare for your child's annual ARD meeting. Bring your questions, your child's educational paperwork and a lunch. The clinic will be held at the F2F office, 13150 FM 529, Suite 106, Houston 77041 (at the corner of N. Eldridge and FM 529). The ARD clinic is free of charge, but space is limited, so please R.S.V.P. as soon as possible to 713-466-6304 or f2fleslie@sbcglobal.net.
January 27th, 9 a.m. - noon "Resource Fair 2007": This event is a no cost opportunity to get to know many Houston area organizations and service providers who will be available to talk to you about their services for people with disabilities. Everyone is welcome! Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 15015 Memorial Dr., Houston 77079 (at the corner of Memorial Dr. and Eldridge). For more information, contact dlnh-Teresa@houston.rr.com or call 713-466-6304.
February 1, 2007, 7-9 p.m.: „Customized Employment: Careers for Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime!
This session will introduce person-driven strategies for determining the best possible conditions of employment, job development strategies that short circuit the brutality of competitive employment models, small business development options, resource ownership as a tactic for creating economic opportunity, amalgamated funding techniques, and work incentives that allow people to make reasonable salaries. Examples will be drawn from across the country.Location - Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 15015 Memorial Dr., Houston 77079 (at the corner of Memorial Dr. and Eldridge)
Presented by: Cary Griffin, Senior Partner, Griffin-Hammis Associates, LLC2006
Family to Family Network 2006/2007 Meeting Schedule
Disability Leadership Network of Houston, a project of Family to Family Network is proud to announce the following training events. These educational events are free of charge and will be held at the Family to Family Network office located at 13150 FM 529, Suite 106, Houston (the corner of FM 529 and N. Eldridge.) Call 713-466-6304 for more information.
October 5, 2006, 7-9 p.m.: Becoming a Partner in Creating Inclusive Schools
Charlene Comstock-Galagan, I.D.E.A. Works Consultant, will spend an evening with us discussing the benefits of inclusive education and how to work with schools to create a good inclusive experience. In collaboration with The Northwest Houston Chapter of the Autism Society America, AUTISM/ASPERGER/PDD Parent & Professional Networking Group.October 17, 2006, 7-9 p.m.: Creating Effective School/Family Partnerships
Eve Cugini will provide a presentation on how to create effective school/family partnerships that benefit children.Disability Leadership Network of Houston is a project of Family to Family Network, funded through a grant from the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) with funds provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Children and Families, Administration on Developmental Disabilities. The State Farm Good Neighbor Program and Houston Endowment also provide support for this program.
Family to Family Network 2006/2007 Meeting Schedule
Disability Leadership Network of Houston, a project of Family to Family Network is proud to announce the following training events. These educational events are free of charge and will be held at the Family to Family Network office located at 13150 FM 529, Suite 106, Houston (the corner of FM 529 and N. Eldridge.) Call 713-466-6304 for more information.
September 7, 2006, 7:00—9:00 PM: BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! True Colors Lead to True Communication
True Colors is an easy and effective method of understanding human behavior that has been used in schools and businesses for years. Learn how to apply this system to your everyday life and become a better communicator with school personnel, colleagues, family members and policymakers. In collaboration with The Northwest Houston Chapter of the Autism Society America, AUTISM/ASPERGER/PDD Parent & Professional Networking Group.2006 F2F—Clear Lake Schedule:
F2F Clear Lake meets on the first Monday of the month during the school year at the United Way Service Center (1300-A Bay Area Blvd. ) unless otherwise noted. Contact Jennifer Vincent at 281-479-8696 for more information.
August 7, 2006, 7-9 p.m.: Eve Cugini - History of the Disability Movement and People First Language
September 11, 2006, 7-9 p.m.: Steve Rhatigan— Estate Planning, etc.
2007 F2F—Clear Lake Schedule:
F2F Clear Lake meets on the first Monday of the month during the school year at the United Way Service Center (1300-A Bay Area Blvd. ) unless otherwise noted. Contact Jennifer Vincent at 281-479-8696 for more information.
Feb. 5th, 7-9 p.m.: Special Needs Ministries will be discussing services and activities available for individuals with disabilities.
January 17th 7:00pm Pearland combined meeting with Special Kids-Special Parents: Camps/Programs for spring and summer at **Sablutura Middle School Pearland Texas - Family To Family Network – Clear Lake
January 28, 2006, 9a.m.-noon – Local Resource Fair
February 6th – 7:30pm Clear Lake – Helen Bare & Kim DeRose – Disability Leadership Network of Houston graduates share their knowledge - Family To Family Network – Clear Lake
February 7, 2006, 7-9 p.m. – “Making Your City Government Work for You”
Presented by Kym King, Executive Director of the Houston Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities.
March 6th – 7:30pm Clear Lake - Eve Cugini, Executive Director, Family To Family Network – Preparing for ARD season - Family To Family Network – Clear LakeApril 3rd – 7:30pm Clear Lake - Carmen Dickerson, Department of Pediatrics Coordinator, Social Work Services, Texas Children’s Hospital provides us with information on programs offered through Texas Children’s Hospital and Meyer Center for Developmental Pediatrics - Family To Family Network – Clear Lake
April 6, 2006, 7-9 p.m. – “Person Centered Planning”
Presented by Shelley Dumas, Ph.D., Director of Community Education at the Texas Center for Disability Studies.May 1st 7:30pm Clear Lake– Jennifer Bosely, State Director of Texas, Best Buddies International an organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment - Family To Family Network – Clear Lake
The Rotary Club of Katy Sunrise
3rd Annual Family Run & Fun, Saturday, May 13, 2006
University of Houston-Cinco Ranch
Benefiting Family to Family Network &
Other Area Charities plus Student ScholarshipsRotary Sponsor Information • Run Fun Letter Pledge
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2005
September 12th 7:30pm - Clear Lake – Siblings Speak – Siblings of siblings with special needs visit the group to talk about their experiences and offer ideas to families – You won’t want to miss this one!
September 22, 2005, 7-9 p.m. -- “True Colors Lead to True Communication”
Frustrated? Can’t figure out where your child’s teacher/principal/counselor is coming from? Wish your communication with school personnel could be a bit more effective?If this describes you, then this session should help!
True Colors is an easy and effective method of understanding human behavior that has been used in schools and businesses for years. Learn how to apply this system to your everyday life and become a better communicator.
Presented by Laura Buckner, Partners in Policymaking Program Coordinator and Chris Hess, Cy Fair ISD Elementary School Program Coordinator.
October 18th – 7:00pm Pearland Craig Blackburn motivational speaker and self advocate for more information logon to CraigBlackburn.com - *Pearland High School 3775 S. Main Street Pearland 77581 - Family To Family Network – Clear LakeOctober 20, 2005, 7-9 p.m. – Accessing Resources for Children with Disabilities: A Parent’s Perspective – this session will guide families of children with disabilities through the maze of agencies and programs that offer resources and services. Using their child’s diagnosis, families will be able to better identify what programs their child qualifies, what agencies the programs are listed and how to obtain an application.
October 24th – Clear Creek ISD Administration Building 6:00pm Eve Cugini, Executive Director Family To Family Network presents to CCISD parents group what Family to Family Network of Houston is all about - Family To Family Network – Clear Lake
November 7th – 7:30pm Clear Lake - Bethanne R. Arafat, Director of Programs The Arc of Greater Houston – Information on Sib-shops, Saturday Fun Day Programs, Adventure Club, Day Camps/Residential Camps that The Arc of Greater Houston provides - Family To Family Network – Clear Lake
December Holiday Party – Date and location to be announced - Family To Family Network – Clear Lake
January
January 19 - Translating IEPs into the Regular Education Classroom with Christine Hess, Educational Consultant
February
February 17 - Transitioning to Middle School with Mary Fitzgerald
Brown Bag Forums –
10:00 to 2:00 at the F2F office. Brown Bags are an opportunity for families to come to training during the school day. It allows for a longer period of time for training. We call it "Brown Bag" so that participants will bring their lunch.
April
April 14 - Developing Student Introduction Portfolios
2004
August
Family to Family Network
is pleased to announce:
Disability is Natural...
An evening with KATHIE SNOWThursday, August 26, 2004
7:00 until 9:00
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
15015 Memorial Drive
Houston, TX 77079
(corner of Eldridge and Memorial)
Brown Bag Forums –
10:00 to 2:00 at the F2F office. Brown Bags are an opportunity for families to come to training during the school day. It allows for a longer period of time for training. We call it "Brown Bag" so that participants will bring their lunch.
September
September 16 - Functional Contextual Assessment with Mary Fitzgerald of LRConsulting
October
October 14 - Peer Buddies with Mary Fitzgerald of LRConsulting and the AIM Project
2003
April 2004
Family to Family Network and Helpful Interventions will offer the following workshop at Helpful Interventions in the2003/2004 school year:
April 7, 2004 - 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
please note time change!
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Helpful Interventions offices in the Phoenix Outreach Youth Center
located at 2606 Gregg Street, Houston, TX 77026
Contact Helpful Interventions at 281-272-2206 or helpfulinterventions@yahoo.com
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Shell Houston Open
April 19-25, 2004
March 2004
3rd Annual Gala
March 4, 2004
Click here for more information
Family to Family Network and Helpful Interventions will offer the following workshop at Helpful Interventions in the2003/2004 school year:
March 13, 2004 9:00 a.m. until noon
Getting Organized for Spring ARDS
February 2004
Inclusion Works! Conference
Wednesday, February 11 (evening) through Saturday, February 14th (noon), 2004
Renaissance Austin Hotel
$165 Professional
$40 Parent/Para-professional/Student
$155/night room rates at the Renaissance
Registration materials will be available soon!
December 2003
Family to Family Network
Annual Holiday Party
Friday, December 5, 2003 - 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
The party will be located at St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church at 10135 West Road, Houston, 77064. Bring the entire family for a fun night of food, crafts and Santa! For more information, contact F2F at 713-466-6304.
Parents as Partners in Special Education of the Clear Creek Area
Is hosting A Holiday Party
Date: Monday, December 8, 2003
Enjoy Food, Fun and Good Friends
Sponsored by Clear Lake Baptist Church
* Share Your Favorite Desert
* Visit with Santa - Professional Photos available for a fee
* Donations for the party can be made to Clear Lake Baptist Church
* Bring a bag of non-perishable food items for the food pantry(Please RSVP by Monday 12/1/03 (
Date: Monday, December 8, 2003
Place: Clear Lake Baptist Church
15700 Space Center Blvd.
Party Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Children will participate in the fun so childcare will not be available.
Parents as Partners in Special Education will help parents become more active partners with schools to provide educational benefits for students with special needs.For more information or to RSVP please call the volunteer Parent Coordinators, Susan Morris at 281-538-4555 or Lori Ferazzi at 281-286-2902.
(RSVP to Susan Morris 281-538-4555 and Lori Ferazzi at 281-286-2902.(
Note the party time and place is different from regular meetings.
November 2003
Family to Family Network and Helpful Interventions will offer the following workshop at Helpful Interventions in the2003/2004 school year:
November 12, 2003 - 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
please note time change!
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Helpful Interventions offices in the Phoenix Outreach Youth Center
located at 2606 Gregg Street, Houston, TX 77026
Contact Helpful Interventions at 281-272-2206 or helpfulinterventions@yahoo.com
September 2003
Family to Family Network and Helpful Interventions will offer the following workshop at Helpful Interventions in the2003/2004 school year:
September 13, 2003: 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Make a Student Introduction Portfolio
Materials will be provided. Bring photos or mementos of your children to include in the portfolio.
Helpful Interventions offices in the Phoenix Outreach Youth Center
located at 2606 Gregg Street, Houston, TX 77026
Contact Helpful Interventions at 281-272-2206 or helpfulinterventions@yahoo.com
August 2003
August 21, 2003
First Things First: Facing Our Past, Embracing Our Future
Date/Time: August 21, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. with a 1 hour lunch break (on your own)
Location(s): The training will be offered in two locations, Houston (Hyatt Regency Houston Airport) and Austin (UT MCC Auditorium)
Sponsor(s): Family to Family Network, the Partners in Policymaking program and The Texas Center for Disability Studies
Registration Information: Call F2F at 713-466-6304 for more information.
Join nationally-known Partners in Policymaking presenters Colleen Wieck and Kathie Snow as we trace historical attitudes and treatment of people with disabilities, note their parallels with today, and seek new ways of thinking that challenge conventional wisdom…but make perfect sense.
Family to Family Network, the Partners in Policymaking program and The Texas Center for Disability Studies will break new ground August 21 as we co-host the first-ever Partners in Policymaking video-teleconference!, . There is no charge for the training. For those who’ve always heard about the first weekend of the Partners in Policymaking training, here’s your chance to experience that training for yourself. We hope to see you there! Call F2F at 713-466-6304 for more information.Click here to REGISTER!
June 2003
June 4 - 7, 2003
The Revolution of Empowerment: Lead On, Lead On!
Location: Renaissance Hotel • Washington, DC
Sponsor(s):
National Council on Independent LivingRegistration Information:
Natalie P. Shear, Conference Coordinator
National Council on Independent Living
1629 K Street, NW, Suite 802 • Washington, DC 20006
Phone: (202) 833-4456 • Toll Free: (800) 833-1354 • Fax: (202) 833-2116
April 2003
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
Family to Family Network
presents
Norman Kunc
“The Right to be Disabled”Saturday, April 12, 2003 • 9:00 until 11:00 a.m.
The Sheraton North
15700 JFK Blvd., Houston, TXPlease RSVP to 713-466-6304.
click here for more information
March 31 - April 2, 2003
Children Who Are Mentally Fragile
or Technology Dependent:
Building Relationships, Respecting Diversity
Location: Loews Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Sponsor(s):
Ken-Crest Services & the Philadelphia Department of Human ServicesRegistration Information:
Ken-Crest Children & Family Services • 3132 Midvale Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19129
Phone: (215) 844-4610 • Fax: (215) 844-4610April 12, 2003
Family to Family Network
presents
Norman Kunc
“The Right to be Disabled”Saturday, April 12, 2003 • 9:00 until 11:00 a.m.
The Sheraton North
15700 JFK Blvd., Houston, TXPlease RSVP to 713-466-6304.
Spanish Translation must be reserved 48 hours in advance.Although Norman Kunc (pr. Koontz) is a well known disability rights advocate, he now prefers to think of himself as a storyteller, continuing the long held tradition of using humor and narrative to initiate self-reflection and social change.
Born with cerebral palsy, Norman attended a segregated school for children with physical disabilities; then, at the age 13, he was integrated into a regular school. From there, he went on to complete an Bachelor's degree in Humanities and a Master of Science degree in Family Therapy.
