SPANadvocacy
@SPANadvocacy
SPAN empowers families, professionals and communities interested in the health, well-being and education of children.
ID:743361210
http://www.spanadvocacy.org 07-08-2012 17:36:07
2,6K Tweets
834 Followers
380 Following
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This month we recognize and celebrate the contributions and influence of #AsianAmericans and #PacificIslanders to the history and culture of the U.S. Learn more: census.gov/newsroom/facts…
census.gov/newsroom/facts…
#WorkforceWednesday ... Job Accommodation Network - Getting accommodations on the job can be a challenge. The Job Accommodation Network or #JAN is a great place to get information and help from experts. Explore JAN today: askjan.org #WorkforceWednesday #RAISE
#TransitionTuesday : Proper nutrition is important for everyone. This is even more true for people with #Disabilities because they have a higher risk of developing certain kinds of diseases. #DisabilitySupport
Learn more: healthcarter.com/en-us/educatio…
#MilestoneMonday …CDC’s FREE Milestone Tracker App (in English & Spanish) for parents & care providers offers interactive milestone checklists, Tips and activities and more.
Visit: cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearl…
#ActEarly #MilestonesMatter #BeInformed #WellBeing #ChildDevelopment
According to this guidance from the Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA), college students with LD should begin the process early of transferring knowledge of their learning disability into the world of employment: ldaamerica.org/info/transitio…
#DisabilityEmployment
#TransitionTuesday : Traveling is an enriching experience that can bring a sense of freedom and excitement. For individuals with #Disabilities , this can also be accompanied by challenges.
This guide provides strategies for traveling with a #Disability : cehhs.utk.edu/2024/01/26/a-g…
This week is #NationalInfantImmunizationWeek , which highlights the importance of protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases.
These resources can help:
phf.org/resourcestools…
cdc.gov/vaccines/event…
#BeInformed #FamilySupport #HealthcareEquality #FamilyHealth
Submit your public comments to #StopTheShock by May 28. We’ve got tips and step-by-step instructions here: autisticadvocacy.org/2024/03/take-a…
To celebrate #PurpleUpDay , please visit: mic3.net/motmc/
To celebrate #MonthoftheMilitaryChild , go to: defense.gov/Spotlights/Mon…
SPAN supports military families via our MFS 360 Project. Learn more about that here: spanadvocacy.org/programs/milit…
#MilKidStrong #MOMC
High School vs. College: Watch as parents discuss the difference between high school and college for students with disabilities. youtu.be/EGNis7hSjwM?si…
#Transition #RAISE #ThinkCollege #NJIHEC
There is momentum to change the subminumim wage for people with disabilities. What do you know about 14(c)? Learn about its history, what 14(c) looks like in practice and the controversies surrounding it. newamerica.org/education-poli… #WorkforceWednesday #RAISE #Transition
#TransitionTuesday : If you have a disability that makes employment hard for you, you may be eligible for services to help you prepare for, obtain, and maintain a job.
Learn more about who is qualified and how to apply: careeronestop.org/ResourcesFor/W…
#InclusionMatters #EqualOpportunity