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Far Northern Regional Center
P.O. Box 492418
Redding, CA
(530) 222-4791
Sexuality and Disability Resources

Conferences and Workshops

 

 

 

 

April

April 17, Promoting Heath and Wellness for Persons with Down Syndrome, Masonic Family Center, Chico. This conference will focus on the physical and mental health of persons with Down syndrome,including typical characteristics, health issues, life span issues, communication-related problems and key issues surrounding self-esteem. Dennis McGuire, Ph.D. and Brian Chicoine M.D. are presenting. Professional CEUs available. For more information, contact Kay 222-4791.

May

May 2-4, Region 2 People First Conference: Together We Stand Strong, Red Lion Hotel, Redding. Keynote speakers include Chris Burke with Joe and John DeMassi, Joe Meadours and Liz Lyons, Jordan Kamnitzer, and Scott Winfield. Sponsored by Region 2 People First, Far Northern Regional Center, and We Care A Lot Foundation. Some scholarships available. Call Brandi, 223-7771 for more information.

June

June 6-8, People First of California Statewide convention: Do the Math: People First Speaking up for Change, Double Tree Hotel, Sacramento. For more information call Dana or Andy at (916) 567-1974.

October

October 8-10, The 22nd Annual Supported Life Conference: Dignity and justice for ALL, Double Tree Hotel, Sacramento. This year's speakers include Jayne Chase (Parent Advocate), Tom Pomeranz (President Universal Lifestyles) Michael Callahan (Founding Member of Employment for All) Norman Kunc (Disability Rights Leader). For more information call Dana or Andy at (916) 567-1974.

 

 

 

Updated Monday February 11, 2008
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