Hedberg Public Library, 316 South Main Street, is partnering with Family Respite Care of Rock County to offer a series of programs aimed at providing resources for caregivers of youth with special needs. These free programs and workshops are held in the library’s Program Room and are open to the public.
Limited childcare will be available to youth with special needs and/or siblings under 8 years old. To sign up for childcare, please contact Family Respite Care Services at 608-758-0956 orfamily.respite@sbcglobal.net.
Autism 101
Thursday, March 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
presented by the Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin
Join us for a free workshop for parents, family members and caregivers of newly diagnosed children and anyone interested in learning about Autism Spectrum Disorder. Attendees will receive informational materials including parenting resources, diagnosis information, helpful school tips, community resources and more.
Light snacks will be provided.
Registration is encouraged. Register at HedbergPublicLibrary.org, call 608-758-6585 or visit the library’s Children’s Desk.
Library Meet & Greet
Thursday, April 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Learn about all the free programs and services your library has to offer.
Light snacks will be provided.
Registration is encouraged. Register at HedbergPublicLibrary.org, call 608-758-6585 or visit the library’s Children’s Desk.
What’s After High School?
Thursday, May 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
presented by Family Voices of Wisconsin
Get help planning for your young adult’s future with this broad overview of the transition to adult life for young adults with disabilities and special needs. Learn about the role of schools, long-term supports, vocational resources, moving into adult health care, guardianship and other legal options, advocacy and the basics of self-determination.
This training is co-sponsored by CESA 2, Wisconsin Statewide Parent-Educator Initiative (WSPEI), Autism Society of South Central WI and the Southern Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs.
A light meal will be provided.
Registration is required. Register online at go.wisc.edu/216ced or contact Sonja at the Southern Regional Center at 608-265-8955 or soetzel@wisc.edu
For more information, visit the library’s website at HedbergpublicLibrary.org or call 608-758-6585.
