Lanterman E-bulletin: News and Info, plus Upcoming Storytime, a DSP Conference and More

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News and Information

September Is National Library Card Sign-Up Month ~ So Get Connected with the Koch-Young Resource Center Library

A library card is a passport to a world of information, resources, and learning, and it's free.

The Koch-Young Resource Center (KYRC) Library is a great place to find materials on a variety of topics related to developmental disabilities, parenting, education, toys and many other topics. Resources are available in multiple languages.

The Library is a welcoming environment where you can meet with your service coordinator, your friends, or just bring your kids in for an afternoon of reading and activities at one of our storytime events or playgroups for children birth to 5 years of age.

The KYRC Help Desk can provide assistance in finding information and referrals to community resources. There is a resource wall with upcoming training opportunities at Lanterman as well as in the community.

And most importantly, come connect with other parents and families at any one of the support groups meeting and parent workshops. Discover the joy of telling your story and find common interests with other parents. There are monthly presentations on a variety of topics too.

So get connected with the Koch-Young Resource Center Library and check out what they have to offer.

For questions and more information, contact 213.252.5600 or kyrc@lanterman.org or visit http://library.lanterman.org.

Sibling Support Goes Digital with the California Sibling Leadership Network: Los Angeles

Are you living and working in the Los Angeles area? Are you an adult sibling to someone with special needs? Do you want to connect with other adult siblings on issues like conservatorship, housing, and relationship balance?

The California Sibling Leadership Network (CASLN), is part of a 20-organization national network designed to bring support, connections, empowerment and encouragement to the adult sibling experience.

Join the CASLN online network for siblings

The California Sibling Leadership Network will be hosting a Sibling Tea next month on Sunday, October 25, 2015 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Chado Tea Rooms in Little Tokyo. Contact the Koch-Young Resource Center for further details at 213.252.5600 or kyrc@lanterman.org.

KYRC Storytime October 23

Come Read “Not Norman: A Goldfish Story” at KYRC Storytime on October 23

Join the Koch-Young Resource Center in partnership with Jumpstart for a storytime reading of "Not Norman: A Goldfish Story" on Friday, October 23, 2015 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the KYRC Library.

Norman the goldfish isn’t what this little boy wants. He wants a furry soft pet that can run and catch. But what about Norman? Come and find out at KYRC storytime.

For questions, more information and to register, contact 213.252.5600 or kyrc@lanterman.org.

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Caring and Competence: A Conference for Direct Support Professionals

The California Alliance for Direct Support Professionals and The Arc California presents "Caring and Competence: A Conference for Direct Support Professionals."

A celebration, an educational experience and a unique event, the Southern California conference will be held on December 2, 2015 in Los Angeles at Embassy Suites LAX.

Representatives from California Alliance for Direct Support Professionals, National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals, Shift Happens and Hope House Foundation will be in attendance.

This conference will foster meaningful dialogue and exchange on the complexities involved in providing: (1) quality care, (2) compassionate understanding and championship, and (3) the passion that comes from fighting for the human and civil rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Stay in Touch with Lanterman

Have you heard? You now have another great way to keep up to date with what's going on at Lanterman - our Facebook page. Like and follow our page to find out about the latest trainings, meetings, events and other information related to Lanterman and our community. It's also a great way to find out what's going on in the general news with regards to developmental disabilities.

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Board Welcomes Your Attendance At Its Meetings
Anyone in the community is welcome to attend Lanterman’s board of directors meeting. The monthly meeting is conducted on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. Meetings are held at Lanterman Regional Center. Contact Frank Lara in advance at 213.383.1300, x. 4902 or flara@lanterman.org so you can be placed on the list of attendees.

Learn more about Lanterman's Board of Directors

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