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Training & Events Bulletin October-December 2017
All Services are Free Unless Otherwise Noted.
All classes are subject to change without notice. Please call before attending. If you require Spanish translation for any training/event, call 310-258-4209 within one week of the meeting. Please leave your name, phone number and the name of the training that you would like to have translated. All trainings are free unless otherwise noted.
Service Provider Trainings
OCTOBER
October 24—Tuesday; 10:00am – 11:00am
HOME AND COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES (HCBS) INFORMATION SESSION Conference Room 4A
This information session will cover the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)-CMS Final
Rule which requires that all HCBS meet certain qualifications for integration and support, enabling
full access to the greater community; promoting individual choice, rights, freedom and independence
in making life choices. This session will additionally cover Person Centered Planning (PCP), an
approach to determining, planning for and working toward the preferred future of a person based on
their strengths, capabilities, preferences, lifestyle and cultural background, as well as key
employment legislation—Workforce Integration & Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Employment First.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-and-community-based-services-hcbs-info-session-
tickets-38446446356
October 25—Wednesday; 10:00am – 12:00pm
DEFINING PROFESSIONAL BOUNDARIES Danneker Boardroom This training’s goal is to provide participants with the tools necessary to set professional boundaries to create a healthy and productive work environment.1) Understand the importance of boundary setting. 2) Help others to understand your boundaries while respecting and protecting theirs. 3) Learn how to set and maintain boundaries. This course is designed to train parents, group home staff and Direct Support Professionals in basic intervention and prevention techniques. We will review successful strategies to be proactive, reactive and systemic. Throughout the course, the instructors will assist the audience with vignettes and discussion concerning real life situations. Presenter: Stephanie Young Consultants. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/defining-professional-professional-boundaries-tickets-38447718160
NOVEMBER November 7 & 8—Tuesday & Wednesday; 8:30am – 4:00pm (2 Day Course)
CRISIS PREVENTION INTERVENTION COURSE (CPI) Conference Room 4D
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Please read carefully, as WRC has a new enrollment policy and procedure for the CPI course:
This class is available for Westside Regional Center service providers only. Those who are not WRC service providers should contact CPI directly to locate an alternative course.
All registration and payment for the course must be completed online no later than 2 business days before the training. We will no longer be accepting checks for our courses and we will not be able to admit you if you have not paid ahead of time. This means no walk-ins will be admitted.
We will be using Eventbrite for registration and payment. The cost of the class is $20 a person. Eventbrite accepts PayPal and all major credit cards.
Upon signing up, you will be contacted by email, to confirm that you are affiliated with a WRC vendor. Please be prepared to provide your organization’s name and vendor number.
If you have not taken CPI since January 2016, you will need to take the full 2-day course instead of the refresher.
Please make sure you sign up for the right class. There are no refunds available.
If you are having an issue navigating the online registration, you may call 310-258-4001 and ask to speak with Angela Edmond.
Course Description: Non-violent crisis intervention is a safe, non-harmful behavior management system designed to help professionals provide for the best possible care and welfare of individuals, even during the most violent situations. This course will assist the professional to develop skills in early and appropriate intervention for potential crisis situations while keeping in mind the care, welfare, safety and security of all involved. Participants should wear comfortable clothes, must be physically able to participate, must take a written pre and post-test independently, and must attend all days in order to
complete this class. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/crisis-prevention-intervention-cpi-for-wrc-vendors-only-november-tickets-38159657563
November 9—Thursday; 8:30am – 4:00pm
CPI REFRESHER COURSE
Conference Room 4D
Please read carefully, as WRC has a new enrollment policy and procedure for the CPI Refresher course:
This class is available for Westside Regional Center service providers only. Those who are not WRC service providers should contact CPI directly to locate an alternative course.
All registration and payment for the course must be completed online no later than 2 business days before the training. We will no longer be accepting checks for our courses and we will not be able to admit you if you have not paid ahead of time. This means no walk-ins will be admitted.
We will be using Eventbrite for registration and payment. The cost of the class is $20 a person. Eventbrite accepts PayPal and all major credit cards.
Upon signing up, you will need to send an email to [email protected] with the name of the participant, the vendor name and the vendor number so that we can confirm you are eligible for the refresher course. Registration is not complete without sending this email.
If you have not taken CPI since January 2016, you will need to take the full 2-day course instead of the refresher.
Please make sure you sign up for the right class. There are no refunds available.
If you are having an issue navigating the online registration, you may call 310-258-4001 and ask to speak with Angela Edmond.
Course Description: Non-violent crisis intervention is a safe, non-harmful behavior management system designed to help professionals provide for the best possible care and welfare of individuals, even during the most violent situations. This course will assist the professional to develop skills in early and appropriate intervention for potential crisis situations while keeping in mind the care, welfare, safety and security of all involved. Participants should wear comfortable clothes, must be physically able to participate, must take a written pre and post-test independently, and must attend all days in order to
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complete this class. Link to Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/crisis-prevention-
intervention-cpi-refresher-course-for-wrc-vendors-only-tickets-38160189153
November 22—Wednesday; 2:00pm-3:00pm
HOME AND COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES (HCBS) INFORMATION SESSION Conference Room 4A
This information session will cover the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)-CMS Final
Rule which requires that all HCBS meet certain qualifications for integration and support, enabling
full access to the greater community; promoting individual choice, rights, freedom and independence
in making life choices. This session will additionally cover Person Centered Planning (PCP), an
approach to determining, planning for and working toward the preferred future of a person based on
their strengths, capabilities, preferences, lifestyle and cultural background, as well as key
employment legislation—Workforce Integration & Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Employment First.
Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-home-and-community-based-services-
hcbs-info-session-tickets-38718221242
November 27—Monday 10:00am-12:00pm
SUPPORTING HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS Danneker Boardroom Get Safe will present service providers with tools to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in developing healthy relationships. Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-safe-presents-supporting-healthy-relationships-for-service-providers-tickets-38718320539 November 28—Tuesday 10:00am-12:00pm
PERSON CENTERED PLANNING Danneker Boardroom Person-Centered Planning empowers people with disabilities by focusing on the desires and abilities of the individual. This training will focus on how to develop a team including the individual, family, friends, community members, service providers, and other professionals. We will teach the team how to develop appropriate goals and have reasonable expectations for progress. CCL Approved. Presented by Stephanie Young. Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/person-centered-planning-
tickets-38718404791 November 30—Thursday 6:00pm-7:30pm
ABLE ACT INFORMATION SESSION Danneker Boardroom Julie Eby-Mckenzie from The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) will present on the Achieving
a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE). This new legislature enables individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities to save private money without their public benefits (i.e. SSI & SSDI) being affected,
through opening a tax-advantaged savings account. Come out to learn when the accounts will come to
California and how you can start saving for yourself or for a loved one with a disability.
Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/able-act-information-session-tickets-38718595361
DECEMBER December 12—Thursday; 2:00pm-4:00pm
HOME AND COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES (HCBS) INFORMATION SESSION
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Conference Room 4A
This information session will cover the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)-CMS Final
Rule which requires that all HCBS meet certain qualifications for integration and support, enabling
full access to the greater community; promoting individual choice, rights, freedom and independence
in making life choices. This session will additionally cover Person Centered Planning (PCP), an
approach to determining, planning for and working toward the preferred future of a person based on
their strengths, capabilities, preferences, lifestyle and cultural background, as well as key
employment legislation—Workforce Integration & Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Employment First.
Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-and-community-based-services-hcbs-
info-december-session-tickets-38718240299
Recurring Meetings for Service Providers
OCTOBER October 17—Tuesday; 10:30am – 12:00pm
SERVICE PROVIDERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
The WRC Service Provider Advisory Committee (SPAC) is open to anyone who provides a vendored service to WRC clients. WRC encourages all vendors to attend. This is your opportunity to find out about what’s happening at the Regional Center, and give your input and ideas to the WRC Board of Directors. Rotating SPAC members host a continental breakfast each month. New members are WELCOME! If you would like to learn more, contact Joe Montez at (310) 258-4014. October 17—Tuesday; 1:00pm-2:30pm
EMPLOYMENT FIRST BUSINESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
WRC is looking for a diverse group of individuals to join our WRC Employment First & Business
Advisory Committee! The committee’s purpose: Building partnerships and collaboration, promoting
outreach and education regarding community-based, integrated employment resulting in the full
inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace and community. Please inquire about joining
the committee with Pamela Arturi at [email protected] or 310-258-4276.
October 31—Tuesday; 10:00am – 12:00pm
BI-MONTHLY SERVICE PROVIDER TRAINING: DENTAL CARE AND DENTAL SERVICES
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
Presented by WRC Dental Coordinator Darlene Mairo. CEUs provided. Link to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dental-care-and-dental-services-tickets-38718736784
NOVEMBER November 15 —Wednesday; 2:00pm – 3:30pm
WRC SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT ROUNDTABLE (BI-MONTHLY MEETING)
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
This is a forum for Supported Employment Provider Agencies to receive support, education, feedback and information sharing. Meetings are held every other month on the third Wednesday of the month. No RSVP is required.
November 21—Tuesday; 10:30am – 12:00pm
SERVICE PROVIDERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
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The WRC Service Provider Advisory Committee (SPAC) is open to anyone who provides a vendored service to WRC clients. WRC encourages all vendors to attend. This is your opportunity to find out about what’s happening at the Regional Center, and give your input and ideas to the WRC Board of Directors. Rotating SPAC members host a continental breakfast each month. New members are WELCOME! Contact Joe Montez at (310) 258-4014 to learn more. November 21—Tuesday; 1:00pm-2:30pm
EMPLOYMENT FIRST BUSINESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
WRC is looking for a diverse group of individuals to join our WRC Employment First & Business
Advisory Committee! The committee’s purpose: Building partnerships and collaboration, promoting
outreach and education regarding community-based, integrated employment resulting in the full
inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace and community. Please inquire about joining
the committee with Pamela Arturi at [email protected] or 310-258-4276.
DECEMBER
December 19—Tuesday; 1:00pm-2:30pm
EMPLOYMENT FIRST BUSINESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
WRC is looking for a diverse group of individuals to join our WRC Employment First & Business
Advisory Committee! The committee’s purpose: Building partnerships and collaboration, promoting
outreach and education regarding community-based, integrated employment resulting in the full
inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace and community. Please inquire about joining
the committee with Pamela Arturi at [email protected] or 310-258-4276.
Monthly Public Meetings
OCTOBER October 10—Tuesday; 6:00pm-8:00pm
ANNUAL WRC PUBLIC MEETING
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
Westside Regional Center will conduct its annual Public Meeting on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 to
present the 2018 WRC Performance Contract. The focus of this meeting will be issues concerning
individuals with developmental disabilities, in conjunction with the regional center’s Performance
Contract with the State of California. The Performance Contract is comprised of goals and outcomes
that are developed as a result of community input. WRC will be disseminating a Performance
Contract survey for the community to provide their input on these goals and activities prior to the
Public Meeting. (Please refer to survey links below.) Self-Advocates, families, service providers,
advocates, DDS and State Council on Developmental Disabilities Representatives and others are
invited to attend this public meeting. We will have limited childcare for children up to 13 years
old. Please RSVP for childcare with the FRC at (310)258-4063 no later than 12:00pm on Friday,
October 6, 2017. *Spanish translation will be available.
Performance Contract Survey links:
Adult Client of WRC: https://wrc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6DVmzZVIwzDDzOl
WRC Family Member: https://wrc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_byEbHJP7ufQRx5z
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Service Provider: https://wrc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0eWG1FbzoaqDgYB
October 17—Tuesday; 6:00pm– 7:30pm
SELF-DETERMINATION TASK FORCE
Conference Room: 4D
This is a public meeting held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm.
The committee shall review the developmental and ongoing progress of the Self-Determination Program, including whether the program advances the principles of self-determination and is operating consistent the Regional Center and the Department of Developmental Services.
October 25—Wednesday; 6:00pm – 8:00pm
EQUITY TASK FORCE
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
The Equity Task Force Meeting is being held on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at 6:00PM at
Westside Regional Center 5901 Green Valley Circle, Mike Danneker Boardroom on the 3rd Floor,
Culver City, CA 90230.
NOVEMBER November 1—Wednesday; 3:30pm – 5:00pm
CONSUMER ADVISORY COMMITTEE Conference Room 4D The Consumer Advisory Committee (CAC) meets every first Wednesday of the month between 3:30-5:00 pm at the Westside Regional Center. The purpose of CAC is for consumer advocacy leaders in the Westside area to meet and share ideas about self-advocacy. CAC is a sub-committee of the WRC Board of Directors. All WRC consumers are invited to attend. Contact Linda Butler at (310) 258-4245. November 1—Tuesday; 5:30pm – 6:00pm
CLIENT SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING Danneker Boardroom, 3
rd Floor
The Client Services Committee reviews services and policies as they relate to clients and
families. They will be meeting at Westside Regional Center on Wednesday, November, 1 at 5:30pm
in the Danneker Boardroom.
November 1—Tuesday; 6:00pm – 8:00pm
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
The Board Meeting is being held on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 6:00PM at Westside
Regional Center 5901 Green Valley Circle, Mike Danneker Boardroom on the 3rd Floor, Culver City,
CA 90230.
November 14—Tuesday; 6:00PM – 7:30PM
SELF-DETERMINATION TASK FORCE
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
This is a public meeting held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00pm The committee shall review the developmental and ongoing progress of the Self-Determination Program, including whether the program advances the principles of self-determination and is operating consistent the regional center and the Department of Developmental Services.
November 22—Wednesday; 6:00pm – 8:00pm
EQUITY TASK FORCE
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Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
The Equity Task Force Meeting is being held on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 6:00PM at Westside Regional Center 5901 Green Valley Circle, Mike Danneker Boardroom on the 3rd Floor, Culver City, CA 90230.
DECEMBER Dates to be announced.
Monthly Support Groups and Workshops by WRC Family Resource and Empowerment Center
OCTOBER October 3—Tuesday
IHSS WORKSHOP
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
The Westside Family Resource Empowerment Center of Los Angeles is offering In Home Support
Services Workshops to help families that are applying or that are providing IHSS support and need
more hours. This workshop is held on the 2nd
Tuesday of every month. For more information and to
RSVP call 310-258-4063. No walk-ins will be admitted.
Orientation to the IHSS Program; 10:00am-12:00pm
A session for people that are applying for IHSS and want to know more about the basic steps of the application process. Advanced IHSS Trainings; 12:30pm-2:30pm For people that want to learn the basic steps to appeal IHSS or are requesting a re-evaluation of
IHSS hours.
October 5—Thursday; 6:30pm – 8:30pm
INFORMED EDUCATION PARTNERS (FOR WESTSIDE FAMILIES ONLY)
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
This group provides information and strategies to assist parents to become stronger advocates at their Individualized Education Planning meeting with the school districts. Meets 1st Thursday of each month. Call (310)258-4063 to RSVP. Limited childcare available.
October 14—Saturday; 9:00am – 1:00pm
SIB SHOP
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
Support group for siblings of children who have special needs. This group is for families served by
Westside Regional Center only.
October 17—Tuesday; 3:00pm – 4:00pm
LETS TALK SELF-ADVOCACY
Conference Room 4D
Are you an individual receiving services from WRC? Want to learn more about self-advocacy? Want to meet others who can support you in advocating for yourself? Want to get your point across and still get your needs met? Or, do you want to encourage, support or teach others the skill of advocating for themselves? If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, please join us. Bring
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your questions, ideas, bring a friend, we will listen and troubleshoot with you. If you have questions or need more information, please call Linda Butler at (310) 258-4245. Linda, Coordinator of Self-Advocacy for the WRC, will be available for individuals, families, and support staff to come discuss issues of Self-Advocacy. We meet at WRC in the 4th Floor Meeting Room. Take the elevator to the 4th floor and follow the signs to our group!
October 17—Tuesday; 6:30pm – 9:00pm
WEST L.A. CHADD
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
Provides support for families of children, youth or adults with ADD/ADHD. This group meets the 3rd
Tuesday of each month from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Call 310-258-4063 for my information. October 19—Thursday; 6:30pm-8:30pm
AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILIES SUPPORT GROUP Danneker Boardroom, 3
rd Floor
We are happy to welcome the African American Families Support Group back to WRC. This first meeting back will focus on parents conducting needs assessments, creating a vision statement for the group and identifying topics for 2017-2018. Please contact the FREC for childcare; we have limited space available.310-258-4063. October 20—Friday; 6:30pm – 8:30pm
ETHOPIAN SUPPORT GROUP FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE SPECIAL NEEDS
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
Meets 3rd Friday of each month. Call (310) 692-5669 for more information Limited childcare available. RSVP a must!
NOVEMBER November 2—Thursday; 6:30pm – 8:30pm
INFORMED EDUCATION PARTNERS (FOR WESTSIDE FAMILIES ONLY)
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
This group provides information and strategies to assist parents to become stronger advocates at their Individualized Education Planning meeting with the school districts. Meets 1st Thursday of each month. Call (310)258-4063 to RSVP. Limited childcare available.
November 11—Saturday; 9:00am – 1:00pm
SIB SHOP
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
Support group for siblings of children who have special needs. This group is for families served by
Westside Regional Center only.
November 14—Tuesday
IHSS WORKSHOP
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
The Westside Family Resource Empowerment Center of Los Angeles is offering In Home Support
Services Workshops to help families that are applying or that are providing IHSS support and need
more hours. This workshop is held on the 2nd
Tuesday of every month. For more information and to
RSVP call 310-258-4063. No walk-ins will be admitted.
Orientation to the IHSS Program; 10:00am-12:00pm
A session for people that are applying for IHSS and want to know more about the basic steps of the application process.
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Advanced IHSS Trainings; 12:30pm-2:30pm For people that want to learn the basic steps to appeal IHSS or are requesting a re-evaluation of
IHSS hours.
November 21—Tuesday; 3:00pm – 4:00pm
LETS TALK SELF-ADVOCACY
Conference Room 4D
Are you an individual receiving services from WRC? Want to learn more about self-advocacy? Want to meet others who can support you in advocating for yourself? Want to get your point across and still get your needs met? Or, do you want to encourage, support or teach others the skill of advocating for themselves? If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, please join us. Bring your questions, ideas, bring a friend, we will listen and troubleshoot with you. If you have questions or need more information, please call Linda Butler at (310) 258-4245. Linda, Coordinator of Self-Advocacy for the WRC, will be available for individuals, families, and support staff to come discuss issues of Self-Advocacy. We meet at WRC in the 4th Floor Meeting Room. Take the elevator to the 4th floor and follow the signs to our group!
November 21—Tuesday; 6:30pm – 9:00pm
WEST L.A. CHADD
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
Provides support for families of children, youth or adults with ADD/ADHD. This group meets the 3rd
Tuesday of each month from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Call 310-258-4063 for my information. November 30—Thursday 6:00pm-7:30pm
ABLE ACT INFORMATION SESSION
Danneker Boardroom Julie Eby-Mckenzie from State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) will present on the ABLE Act, the legislature that enables individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to save money without their social security income being affected through opening a tax free savings account. Come out to learn when the accounts will come to California and how they might be able to help individuals with ID/DD meet some of their financial goals. This presentation is geared towards our clients and their families, but service providers are welcome to join. Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/able-act-information-session-tickets-38718595361
DECEMBER December 7 —Thursday; 6:30pm – 8:30pm
INFORMED EDUCATION PARTNERS (FOR WESTSIDE FAMILIES ONLY)
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
This group provides information and strategies to assist parents to become stronger advocates at their Individualized Education Planning meeting with the school districts. Meets 1st Thursday of each month. Call (310)258-4063 to RSVP. Limited childcare available December 12—Tuesday
IHSS WORKSHOP
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
The Westside Family Resource Empowerment Center of Los Angeles is offering In Home Support
Services Workshops to help families that are applying or that are providing IHSS support and need
more hours. This workshop is held on the 2nd
Tuesday of every month. For more information and to
RSVP call 310-258-4063. No walk-ins will be admitted.
Orientation to the IHSS Program; 10:00am-12:00pm
A session for people that are applying for IHSS and want to know more about the basic steps of the application process.
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Advanced IHSS Trainings; 12:30pm-2:30pm For people that want to learn the basic steps to appeal IHSS or are requesting a re-evaluation of IHSS hours
December 19—Tuesday; 3:00pm – 4:00pm
LETS TALK SELF-ADVOCACY
Conference Room 4D
Are you an individual receiving services from WRC? Want to learn more about self-advocacy? Want to meet others who can support you in advocating for yourself? Want to get your point across and still get your needs met? Or, do you want to encourage, support or teach others the skill of advocating for themselves? If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, please join us. Bring your questions, ideas, bring a friend, we will listen and troubleshoot with you. If you have questions or need more information, please call Linda Butler at (310) 258-4245. Linda, Coordinator of Self-Advocacy for the WRC, will be available for individuals, families, and support staff to come discuss issues of Self-Advocacy. We meet at WRC in the 4th Floor Meeting Room. Take the elevator to the 4th floor and follow the signs to our group!
December 19—Tuesday; 6:30pm – 9:00pm
WEST L.A. CHADD
Danneker Boardroom, 3rd
Floor
Provides support for families of children, youth or adults with ADD/ADHD. This group meets the 3rd
Tuesday of each month from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Call 310-258-4063 for my information.
THE MENTOR NETWORK FAMILY BEHAVIORAL SERVICES FOR WRC FAMILIES
The Mentor’s Network Family Behavioral Services (FBS) offers classes that help families with a child
exhibiting behavioral challenges. Classes introduce and discuss behavioral principles and teach new
skills using practical and individualized examples. Please contact your service coordinator about
details for enrollment. For General information regarding The Mentor Network’s FBS, please
contact Samantha Persoff at (424) 227-4442 ext. 201 or Leticia Franco at (424) 227-442 ext.
200 (para español)
Required Orientation - For Managing Behavior Classes, attendance to an orientation is required prior
to attending any of the classes offered by Mentor Network’s FBS. No appointment or reservation
needed for orientation unless childcare is needed. Childcare is occasionally available for evening
orientations only and reservation is required. Please call Samantha Persoff 424-227-4442 ext. 201 at
least two days ahead to check for availability. Orientations are held are WRC on the 4th floor unless
indicated otherwise.
English:10/4, 6:00pm-7:00pm (Wednesday)
10/18, 6:00pm-7:00pm (Wednesday)
10/23, 11:00am-12:00pm (Monday)
11/3, 11:00am-12:00pm (Friday)
11/15, 6:00pm-7:00pm (Wednesday)
11/30, 6:00pm-7:00pm (Thursday)
12/13; 6:00pm-7:00pm (Wednesday)
12/19; 6:00pm-7:00pm (Tuesday)
12/21; 11:00am-12:00pm (Thursday)
These classes are for Individuals & Families of Westside Regional Center Only. The following classes are being offered:
Managing Behavior Class 1 Managing Behavior Class 2
(Completion of Managing Behavior Class 1 Required) Managing Behavior Class 3
(Completion of Managing Behavior Class 1 & 2 Required Toilet Training, TAY (Transition Aged Youth) & Body Awareness Class
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Please call Mentor FBS for August and September schedule of classes.
Networking and Life Skills Group
Join Us!
The Second THURSDAY of each month & The Third WEDNESDAY of
each month
4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Westside Regional Center
5901 Green Valley Circle, Culver City
Fun Activities * Yummy Snacks * Get Social – Hang out with your Friends and
Meet new ones * Participate in Interactive Presentations *
Who comes to this fun group?
Adults who want to be social
and have fun!
May I bring a friend?
Of course! Bring a friend and
you will also make friends at the
group.
Is there food?
YES! We have tasty
refreshments.
How much does it cost to go?
It’s FREE! That’s right, FREE!
What if I’m looking for a
roommate?
Attend a “Networking” meeting
and one of the peer mentors can
assist you.
October 2017 – December 2017
October 12th - STD’s, The Ugly Truth
October 18th - Game Night
November 9th - Karaoke Challenge
November 15th - Turkey Dinner, All Hail the Bird
December 7th - Holiday Celebration
Save the Date: Westside Jam
2018! Friday, April 20th: 4pm
-8pm. More information to
come throughout the year!