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Congratulations to This Year's Leadership Series Graduates!
Anne Bisikirski
Christine Brunt
Sarah Clougher
Leeann Delgizzo
Kelly Donovan
Maren Fieguth
Eric Fontana
Carlton Freeman
Kelly Gagne
Charles R. Gledhill, Jr.
Brian Imondi
Karen Keohan
Julia E. “Bloom” Slavin
Jonina Stern-Lonczak
Stephanie Sylvestrie
We are now accepting applications for the Leadership Series Class of 2018!
This is a PDF file which you can save to your computer to complete, save and print. Completed applications and 2 letters of reference are due no later than Friday, August 4th, 2017.
Let us know what you want to know!
Send us your questions about how the RI Developmental Disabilities System works!
Advocates in Action is collecting questions and consulting with the RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals to find the answers. We will share answers to some of the most frequently asked questions, along with additional resource material to help people understand how the RI DD System works here on our website.
Information is power, but we need your help! Use the form below to send us your questions:
There are some exciting changes taking place here in our state for individuals who have a developmental disability. The RI Division of Developmental Disabilities is moving forward towards a system that allows for more invidualized supports and Person-Centered Planning.
Person-Centered Planning is more than just your Individual Service Plan.
A Person-Centered Planning Process can help you reach the goals
that matter most to you, and help you live the life you want.
In order for Person-Centered Planning to happen, everyone who's part of the DD Service System needs the ability to "think outside the box". Basically, this means finding the answer to these 2 questions:
Advocates in Action is collaborating with the Paul V. Sherlock Center and the Division of Developmental Disabilities to help individuals and families think about their answers. We have hosted several conversations about Person-Centered Thinking, a Person-Centered Planning Process, and how to "Think Outside the Box" when it comes to services and supports.
What are some of your thoughts about this? At our recent meetings, we asked attendees some questions about how to make the RI DD Service System, and the supports that individuals receive, more Person-Centered. CLICK HERE to see these questions and send us your suggestions, comments, and/or ideas. The Division of Developmental Disabilities will be using this information to help guide them as they move forward with some of the system changes ahead.
PCP: Volume 1
PCP: Volume 1, short for "People Coloring Pictures", is an adult coloring book that includes artwork and ideas from members of the Advocates in Action RI Leadership Series. Class members drew these pictures as we discussed topics such as Self-Advocacy,
the Americans with Disabilities Act,
Informed Decisions and Choice,
“Home Sweet Home”,
Real Jobs and
Community Integration. These topics, and others, are all part of something called Person Centered Planning.
We created this book as a fun way and comfortable way to have conversations about Person Centered Plannning and other important issues. We hope you enjoy it!
Advocates in Action will be creating additional materials about Person Centered Planning, including "PCP: Volume 2"! We will also be offering various opportunities to learn more about Person Centered Planning and related topics in the months to come.
In the meantime, feel free to click on the link below to download a copy of PCP: Volume 1, get out your art supplies, and get ready to color!
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