On this page, you will find the following information.

* BoggsCast: A Podcast by The Boggs Center on Developmental

Disabilities

* Free Future Planning Resources from the ARC of US

* The Arc’s Virtual Program Library

* Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Healthcare

* Seizure Triggers and Precipitating Factors - Wednesday,

September 27

12:00 - 1:00 PM EST

BoggsCast: A Podcast by The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities

The Boggs Center is excited to introduce BoggsCast, a podcast where faculty and staff explore best practice, showcase success stories, and help listeners envision possibilities for innovation through interviews with state and national experts. BoggsCast is available on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify apps and websites. Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the newest episodes. Episodes and full transcripts can also be found at: http://theboggscenter.podbean.com.

Listen on your preferred app or website:

Free Future Planning Resources from the ARC of US

Share with the Spanish-speaking families in your network!

Six free resources are now available for download in Spanish to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and their families plan for the future.

These resources cover a variety of topics related to decision-making and financial planning, including:

Supports is available to help people with IDD make decisions
Preparing for unexpected changes in a person’s ability to make decisions
Common myths about guardianship and people with IDD
Tips on how to save money for the future
Resources to consider when creating a financial plan
When to use a Special Needs Trust or ABLE Account

Download these resources now and share them widely with the Spanish-speaking families in your network!

The Arc’s Virtual Program Library

While many parts of the country may be opening back up in person, the opportunities of the virtual world are here to stay!

Whether you’re looking for a safe way to connect with others or simply to explore beyond your local area, The Arc’s Virtual Program Library has an option for you.

Visit the library to discover:

The virtual museum and destination tours
Guided online classes and clubs
Virtual employment support resources
And more!

Join a club, take a tour, or find a great activity to do with your friends and family today!

Click on the Browse Library link below to view the library

Browse Library

Then

To register, click the contact us link in the upper right corner.

Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Healthcare

Got Transition, a federally funded resource, helps young adults with disabilities and their families, as well as clinicians, as young people transition from pediatric to adult health care. The website’s tools and resources provide a powerful roadmap with an eye toward better health outcomes and family and patient satisfaction.

Click here to learn more.

Seizure Triggers and Precipitating Factors

Wednesday, September 27

12:00 - 1:00 PM EST

This webinar will focus on the precipitating causes of seizures or “seizure triggers.” While some factors are well known for precipitating seizures in all persons with epilepsy, such as missing medication, other triggers are specific to a given person. The session will cover general as well as specific triggers or precipitating factors. It will also cover common drugs that may lower the seizure threshold.

First aid for seizures will be discussed at the end of the session to assure that participants have good information, along with resources for more information. Ample time will be allowed for questions and discussion.

Presenter:

Patricia A. Gibson, MSSW, DHL, ACSW,

Director, Epilepsy Information Service; Associate Professor, Department of Neurology, Wake Forest University School of Medicine