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Please join us for an informative session on Self-Directing your Home and Community Based Services. Topics will include information on: How to Recruit, Select, Interview, Hire, Train, Supervise and Dismiss Direct Support Workers (DSWs) Understanding Enhanced Care Services (Sleep Cycle Support) KS AuthentiCare (the Electronic Visit Verification Call In System) Having a Backup Plan (of…
Read ArticleSharing this information from our friends at Families Together: As parents and professionals, we understand the process of helping youth/adults transition to adulthood and/or obtain employment, can come with many challenges and obstacles. The Together We Can Learn Conference is the perfect opportunity for parents, transition age youth and professionals to gain information, inspiration, and…
Read ArticleBradford and Bryan Manning, were diagnosed with Stargardt’s (a form of macular degeneration) at a young age. They have since started a clothing company, “Two Blind Brothers” that profits help with finding a cure for blindness. Something I thought was awesome, is they have Braille incorporated in all of their clothing. Here is a clip…
Read ArticlePlease join us for an informative session on Self-Directing your Home and Community Based Services. Topics will include information on: How to Recruit, Select, Interview, Hire, Train, Supervise and Dismiss Direct Support Workers (DSWs) Understanding Enhanced Care Services (Sleep Cycle Support) KS AuthentiCare (the Electronic Visit Verification Call In System) Having a Backup Plan (of…
Read ArticlePlease see the event flyer for the August 8th Kansas LEND’s Family Education Series – Transition in Kansas presented by Stephanie Coleman and Sean Swindler. The in-person (see below for online) event will be at KU Edwards Campus, Regnier Hall Room 153 from 6-7:30pm. Families will learn how engaging in research will help their family. The…
Read ArticleI thought I would switch things up a bit and instead of posting about what other places were doing or events going on, I’d talk about myself. This week I celebrated 10 years at RCIL. Crazy to think how far I’ve come in those 10 years professionally and personally. The older blind program that I…
Read ArticleAT&T is offering low-cost wireline home Internet service to qualifying households with at least one resident who participates in the U.S. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and with an address in AT&T’s 21-state service area, which includes both Kansas and Missouri! Internet plans range from $5 – $10 per month. Click here to find rates,…
Read ArticlePlease take a few moments to review this message from the Kansas Disability Rights Center: “The Disability Rights Center (DRC) of Kansas is our State’s Protection and Advocacy system for people with disabilities. DRC Kansas provides advocacy services and legal representation at no charge in certain disability cases where the civil or legal rights of…
Read ArticleFollow the link to Time Magazine’s article- People With Disabilities Face Challenges Campaigning for Office. This Group Wants to Change That. This article discusses how the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) is hosting webinars to help people with disabilities became strong leaders and enter politics.
Read ArticleAre you a woman with a spinal cord injury (SCI) or with a physical disability who is thinking about getting pregnant, currently pregnant, been pregnant before, or have decided not to get pregnant? Researchers from The University of Michigan are working to create a tool that women with SCI or with a physical disability can…
Read ArticleAre you, or is someone you know an individual living with a disability who is passionate about working with young people? If so, please apply! DC Design is currently recruiting Project Partners for the 2019 Design the Future program at University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS): July 29-August 3, and August 5-10! A program overview can…
Read ArticlePlease join us for an informative session on Self-Directing your Home and Community Based Services. Topics will include information on: How to Recruit, Select, Interview, Hire, Train, Supervise and Dismiss Direct Support Workers (DSWs) Understanding Enhanced Care Services (Sleep Cycle Support) KS AuthentiCare (the Electronic Visit Verification Call In System) Having a Backup Plan (of…
Read ArticleThe State’s workforce development team is currently seeking input from job seekers/students from all across Kansas. The sessions begin next week so act fast! Please contact Shanna Jager at 785.532.6251 or email shannad@ksu.edu for more information. You can also check out these flyers for more specific information on each of the upcoming sessions in Wichita,…
Read ArticleRCIL is participating in the Chiefs Ticket Fundraiser again this year. This year is a little different as the tickets range in price but RCIL will receive $10 per ticket! There are 10 home games to chose from this season. New this year you can purchase tickets to Monster Jam and International Champion Cup both…
Read ArticleResource Center for Independent Living, Inc. is seeking to fill a part-time (20 hours per week) position in its Kansas Equipment Exchange (KEE) program in Topeka. Drive to pick up and deliver medical equipment. Use a database to log work and match donated equipment with individuals seeking equipment. Flexible daytime schedule with competitive hourly wage…
Read ArticlePlease join us for an informative session on Self-Directing your Home and Community Based Services. Topics will include information on: How to Recruit, Select, Interview, Hire, Train, Supervise and Dismiss Direct Support Workers (DSWs) Understanding Enhanced Care Services (Sleep Cycle Support) KS AuthentiCare (the Electronic Visit Verification Call In System) Having a Backup Plan (of…
Read ArticleHere’s a link to check eligibility for free health screenings for women who do not have health insurance. The program enrolls Kansas women at average risk who meet the income eligibility and: * are 40 to 64 years old for cervical cancer screenings * are 45 to 64 years old for breast cancer screenings *…
Read ArticleEmployment First Summit is an opportunity for professionals, employers, job coaches, caregivers, people with disabilities, family members, students, etc. to learn about raising awareness, increasing opportunities, and sustaining competitive, integrated employment for people with disabilities. This event is FREE thanks to our sponsor Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities and will be held Friday, May 3rd. …
Read ArticleRCIL Information and Referral Team received their certification as a Community Resource Specialist through the Alliance for Information and Referral System (AIRS). This credential demonstrates their ability to work directly with consumers either via phone, e-mail, or in-person to provide mediated information and referral systems navigation. This certification is very valuable for RCIL because RCIL…
Read ArticleThe Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities is hosting a free event to present information on supported decision-making. Go online and register to attend the Supported Decision-Making Conference on Friday, April 12th from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the Tony’s Pizza Event Center in Salina, KS. This is a FREE conference!! Go directly to their Eventbrite page…
Read ArticleLearn fall prevention techniques and exercises as well as hearing from community experts regarding overall health and wellness. This program is free to the public. The meetings are every Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Flinthills Room at Newman Regional Health in Emporia, KS. The first meeting starts on April 4, 2019. …
Read ArticleRunway of Dreams Foundation and Zappos are hosting the first nationally live-streamed fashion show with models having disabilities wearing adaptive clothing and shoes. It will be next Wednesday, March 27 in Las Vegas from 3:30-5:30 (Central Time). The link to the live stream feed is zappos.com/adaptive/fashionshow. This link will only be active during the show 3:30-5:30 (Central Time) on March…
Read ArticleDo you need assistance to pay your utility bill? The Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a federally funded program that helps qualifying households pay a portion of their home energy costs by providing a one-time per year benefit. The deadline for 2019 LIEAP application is March 29, 2019. For more information, visit…
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