Family Support Summit

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Lake of the Torches Conference Center

Lac du Flambeau, WI

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Program: We will offer multiple sessions for families and professionals with dinner and a presentation by our keynote speaker, Jules Edwards.  Activities for kids will be available 

Schedule:

  • 3:00-4:00 PM Session for Professionals with Jules Edwards
  • 5:00 PM: Dinner starts, and resources are available
  • 5:15-6:30 PM: Keynote Speaker Jules Edwards during dinner
  • 6:30-7:30 PM: Breakout Sessions
        • Self-Care for All, Sharon Ninedorf, Occupational Therapist
        • Jules Edwards 

 

Keynote Speaker, Jules Edwards: Jules is an Anishinaabe writer, gardener, accountant, and disability justice advocate. She is a neurodivergent parent of neurodivergent children. Experiencing disability through multiple lenses has helped her to help others. She writes as “Autistic, Typing” on her website and social media. Her first book, I Will Die On This Hill: Autistic Adults, Autism Parents, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World, was co-written with Meghan Ashburn. Jules’ professional development includes a Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) fellowship, Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) National Training Director Council fellowship, and Wilder Foundation Community Equity Program (CEP) fellowship.

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You can learn more about Jules from the podcasts below and on her website- autistictyping.com 

59. Culturally Responsive Therapy for Native Autistic Kids with Jules Edwards

 

Autistic Adults and Neurotypical Parents of Autistic Children: The Need to Work Together

 

Upcoming Virtual Connect & Share opportunities

Spring Virtual Opportunities

Monday, May 12, 2025: Medical Trauma

6- 7:30 PM (drop in when you can)

Up to 80% of children and families experience traumatic stress reactions following a life-threatening illness, injury, or painful medical procedure. Join us to discuss resources and support for children experiencing medical trauma.

We get a lot of questions about these topics, so join us to discuss and share resources.

No RSVP needed.

Join Zoom Meeting with this link or use one tap mobile (copy and paste this in your phone): +13092053325,,85710145391#,,,,*446902#

If you have questions or want more information, contact Allison at 715-261-1933 or via email at Allison.lourash@marathoncounty.gov

Upcoming Parent-to-Parent Trainings

This free training is for parents (birth/adoptive/foster) and caregivers of children with special needs. Connecting with another parent who has a child with a similar disability or special needs can be one of the most helpful resources a parent will have – it can help make their journey a little easier.

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If you have any questions call Irma Otero Toll-free 833-361-6300 or (414) 266-5608 Email: P2PWI@childrenswi.org p2pwi.org/

March 7th, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Friday)
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April 16th, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Wednesday)
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April 18th, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:00pm (Friday)o
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May 12th, 2025 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am (Monday)
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May 14th, 2025 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Wednesday)
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May 17th, 2025 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am (Saturday)
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August 13th, 2025 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Wednesday)
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August 15th, 2025 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (Friday)
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August 16th, 2025 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Saturday)
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Events in Ashland, Hayward, and Phillips

Join us in September for a series of workshops and connecting opportunities in northwest Wisconsin. 

RSVPs are not necessary, but appreciated to notify you of changes. Refreshments served with dinner at 5.


Monday, September 16- Hayward Library

Connect & Share 3-5 PM

Care Notebooks and Care mapping 5:30 PM

  • Assembling a Care Notebook: How to create a ready resource that contains pertinent information for your child and their caretakers.
  • Exploring Care Mapping: Design a care map for your family that serves as a visual for the people and resources supporting your child’s development.

Sherman & Ruth Weiss Community Library
10788 State Hwy 22/77
Hayward, WI 54843

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Tuesday, September 17- Ashland

Connect & Share 3-5 PM

Caring for the Whole Family 5:30 PM

An opportunity to reflect on the experience of learning that your child is developing differently. Resources and next steps are explored in a supportive environment.

Cobblestone Inn- 818 Main Street West Ashland, WI 54806

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Wednesday, September 18- Phillips Library

Connect & Share 3-5 PM 

Caring for the Whole Family 5:30 PM

An opportunity to reflect on the experience of learning that your child is developing differently. Resources and next steps are explored in a supportive environment.

Phillips Public Library 286 Cherry Street Phillips, WI 54555

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Family Advisory Meeting: Opportunity to share feedback

Children’s Resource Center- North seeks feedback from families through conversations at our upcoming Family Advisory meetings. This is an opportunity to:

  • Discuss the most pressing issues from families in our region
  • Learn from other families, share tips, and network.
  • Let us know what is working and what is not.
  • We also would appreciate suggestions on additional training and programs.
  • Additionally, these meetings will allow staff to provide updates on projects we are developing.

Monday, August 26, 2024
12- 1 PM or 6-7 PM

Join Zoom Meeting with this link or use one tap mobile (copy and paste this in your phone): +13092053325,,85710145391#,,,,*446902#

If you have questions or want more information, contact Allison at 715-261-1933 or via email at Allison.lourash@co.marathon.wi.us.