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THINK+change offers TALKS, TRAININGS, and TOOLS designed to support training and education about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) for them, their families, and the professionals in their lives....
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THINK+change offers TALKS, TRAININGS, and TOOLS designed to support training and education about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) for them, their families, and the professionals in their lives.
THINK+change TALKS are provocative, in-person or video shorts on topics of interest to, or emerging issues for, people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.
THINK+change TRAININGS are in-person or online targeted educational opportunities on issues that directly impact people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.
THINK+change TOOLS are tangible educational products.
For more information, check us out at www.thinkchange.training
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THINK+change TALKS are provocative, in-person or video shorts on topics of interest to, or emerging issues for, people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.
THINK+change TRAININGS are in-person or online targeted educational opportunities on issues that directly impact people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.
THINK+change TOOLS are tangible educational products.
For more information, check us out at www.thinkchange.training
THINK+change Podcasts
THINK+change Podcasts
TRAINING 83: Actors Portraying Disability
5 JUL 2024 · “We haven’t been hearing a lot of disabled folks’ stories, and those are some of the most important, most interesting stories in the world,” says Ben Raanan, Artistic Director of Phamaly Theatre, a local Denver theatre for artists with disabilities, who joins THINK+change for this month’s podcast.
TALKS 13: People with Disabilities and Law Enforcement
28 JUN 2024 · When law enforcement is called out to a crisis involving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), the situation is complicated. Communication challenges, a lack of training, and a misunderstanding of someone’s disability, can all lead to unfortunate challenging outcomes. From THINK+change, Building Bridges: People with Disabilities and Law Enforcement is series of mini-documentaries diving into the IDD community’s experience with police. Each story highlights progress and the continued need for conversation and steps towards solutions. Solutions that prioritize both justice and compassion.
TRAINING 82: Breaking Barriers in the Arts
1 JUN 2024 · For so many, art is the opportunity for growth through expression, communication, and building confidence. It creates communities, jobs, and so much more. And yet the pathway to pursuing the arts is left out of the conversation for so many people with disabilities.
We sat down with Jaime Lewis, RTD (Regional Transportation District) Director for District A in Denver, Transit Advisor for CCDC (Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition), and multi-disciplinary artist. From the stage to art galleries, Jaime has been breaking the barriers in the arts for years and wants to continue creating opportunities for more artists with disabilities.
TRAINING 81: Sex Offenders with IDD
24 APR 2024 · It can be tough to find the right balance between respecting the rights and needs of people with IDD who commit sex offenses and keeping the community safe. But it is important to support them in a way that leads to growth, reduces risk, and improves their quality of life.
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Kyle Lucas, PhD, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping people with developmental disabilities. With years of experience in treating individuals with problematic sexual behavior, Dr. Lucas sits down with us to discuss the strategies and approaches to create lasting change.
TRAININGS E80: Invisible Disability
14 MAR 2024 · may face skepticism, disbelief, or stigma from others who cannot understand the extent of their disability or needs.
In this insightful podcast/vodcast episode, we sit down with a remarkable young adult, entrepreneur, and self-advocate, who explains the reality of growing up with an invisible disability. Even at a young age, he is determined to have a voice, as he speaks up for himself and others with disabilities. Join us for a story of resilience, creativity, and living life to the fullest!
TRAININGS E79: How to be an Advocate for your Child
26 FEB 2024 · The journey of raising a child with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) may require unwavering support from parent advocates who champion their children’s rights, voices, inclusion, and overall needs. For parents of children, both adults and youth, navigating this advocacy path often becomes a lifelong commitment.
TRAININGS E78: Systemic Gaps and Policy Solutions in Substance Use Treatment for People with IDD
31 JAN 2024 · A bonus episode within the multi-part series about Substance Use Disorders and People with Developmental Disabilities. This episode reviews Systemic Gaps and Policy Solutions with Senator Dafna Michaelson Jenet.
- Treatment gaps for people with co-occurring disorders and disabilities
- Harm Reduction policy in Colorado
- Lived experiences and data needed to reduce stigma and improve policy
- Policy change needed to address barriers and discrimination in treatment services
- Reach out to your legislators to tell them the barriers you or someone you know is facing when it comes to substance use and having a disability.
TRAININGS E77: Treatment, Recovery, and the Barriers
19 DEC 2023 · The third epiosde within the multi-part series about Substance Use Disorders and People with Developmental Disabilities. This episode reviews Treatment, Recovery, and the Barriers Featuring Dr. Chad Johnston, MD, Medical Director of https://urbanpeaksrehab.com/
- The process of treatment and being in recovery;
- Overview of harm reduction;
- Communication between disability and addiction service systems;
- Barriers to seeking treatment for people with IDD; and
- Improving access to treatment.
TRAININGS E76: Prevalence of Substance Abuse among People with IDD
19 DEC 2023 · The second epiosde within the multi-part series about Substance Use Disorders and People with Developmental Disabilities. This episode talks about the Prevalence of Substance Abuse among People with IDD Featuring Erika Spraker, LSW, ACA, Program Director of https://lifelonginc.com/
- Research around SUD and IDD;
- Reasons for high prevalence;
- Prescription medication management; and
- Signs of SUD to look out for.
TRAININGS E75: Primer on Substance Abuse
19 DEC 2023 · The first epiosde within the multi-part series about Substance Use Disorders and People with Developmental Disabilities. This episode offers a Primer on Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Featuring Ann C. Noonan MA, CAS, LPC, from https://noonanconsults.com/
- Spectrum of Substance Use Disorders;
- Exposure and prevention;
- Risk factors for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities; and
- Treatment and intervention plans.
THINK+change offers TALKS, TRAININGS, and TOOLS designed to support training and education about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) for them, their families, and the professionals in their lives....
show more
THINK+change offers TALKS, TRAININGS, and TOOLS designed to support training and education about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) for them, their families, and the professionals in their lives.
THINK+change TALKS are provocative, in-person or video shorts on topics of interest to, or emerging issues for, people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.
THINK+change TRAININGS are in-person or online targeted educational opportunities on issues that directly impact people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.
THINK+change TOOLS are tangible educational products.
For more information, check us out at www.thinkchange.training
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THINK+change TALKS are provocative, in-person or video shorts on topics of interest to, or emerging issues for, people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.
THINK+change TRAININGS are in-person or online targeted educational opportunities on issues that directly impact people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.
THINK+change TOOLS are tangible educational products.
For more information, check us out at www.thinkchange.training
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