Here is today's Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns (KCDC) Disability News message.?

KCDC will launch a new website on Thursday, July 18 at approximately 11:00 am.? While most of the information is still available, some is in a different place. The main menu is a blue strip along the top of the main page. Hover the cursor over one of the words and a menu will open below it with the names of the information found there.??

If you can't find what you are looking for, look under Resources; the Disability Service maps, all of the Life Resources, Voter Registration, Legislative Information and the list serve subscriptions are there.?

All of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) information is under ADA, including all of the ADA coordinators and resources for Braille, sign language interpreters and other auxiliary aids and services.?

Also, there are quick links below the picture of the sunflowers and a search box in the top right hand corner of your screen.??

Please let me know if there are any problems with the website or you cannot find information you used to find.? Thank you?

I hope you have a wonderful day.?

Martha

*Martha K. Gabehart* | "Executive Director
"Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns (KCDC)
*Kansas Governor Laura Kelly
*900 SW Jackson, Suite 100 | Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-6525 (direct) | (785) 260-4027 (cell)

[email protected] | www.kcdcinfo.ks.gov [ [link removed] ]

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This information is from the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) program.

Dear Stakeholders,

We are excited to announce upcoming KCART training sessions for Direct Support Workers (DSWs) in Southwest and Northwest Kansas. These sessions, hosted by the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC), will focus on evidence-based behavioral practices for support workers across various settings.

Southwest Kansas Training
? Date: July 24-26, 2024
? Location: Dodge City Public Library, Dodge City, KS

Northwest Kansas Training
? Date: August 16-18, 2024
? Location: Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn, Hays, KS

Scholarships are available, allowing trainees to attend for free. Space is limited, so please register soon.
For detailed information, please refer to the attached flyers or contact us at (913) 945-6847 or [email protected].

Thank you for your continued support in sharing these valuable training opportunities.

Best regards,
Long Term Services & Supports
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
503 S. Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: 785-296-4983
Fax: 785-296-0256

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Sign up for the Community Support Waiver Mailing List

Are you interested in the new Community Support Waiver (CSW) that will help support Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)?

Do you want to hear about important decisions, deadlines, or milestones in the approval process? Or do you want to sign up for virtual town halls where you can find out more and voice your opinions?

Then join the Community Support Waiver mailing list. We?ll send news on the CSW, invitations to town halls, and other important updates directly to your inbox.

Join the Mailing List [ [link removed] ]

Signing up for the mailing list is the best way to make sure you hear about everything happening with the CSW. Don?t miss important updates. Sign up today.

What is the Community Support Waiver?

The Community Support Waiver (CSW) is a new Medicaid waiver program that will assist Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) who do not need continuous, 24hour support. The CSW will expand community care choices and supplement natural supports to make it easier for anyone to live independently at home.

Have questions or comments on the CSW? Reach out to us at [email protected].

Regards,

Long Term Services & Supports
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
503 S. Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: 785-296-4983
Fax: 785-296-0256

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This information is from the KDADS HCBS division.? It is a repeat of information sent out last week, but still important.?

Dear Stakeholders,

We are pleased to announce the Virtual Future Is Now (VFIN) research study, aimed at helping Kansas families plan for the future of their loved ones with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD).

The study includes a 6-week training program with weekly Zoom classes and self-paced materials. Sessions run from August 27 to October 1, every Tuesday and two Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM CT.

To participate, please fill out the form at this link [ [link removed] ] or contact Randa Abdelrahim, PhD, at 312-355-5905 or [email protected].

Please see the attached flyer for more details and share this opportunity with your network.

Best regards,
Long Term Services & Supports
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
503 S. Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: 785-296-4983
Fax: 785-296-0256

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This information is from the US Access Board. They are the group that tests and recommends the accessibility standards used for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other disability civil rights laws. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming very wide spread and it can be harmful to people with disabilities if it is not programed carefully.

July 15, 2024

U.S. Access Board Holds Hearings on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Disability Community and AI Practitioners

As part of the Developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Equity, Access & Inclusion for All Series, the Access Board is holding public hearings with members of the disability community, Federal Agency AI leaders, and AI practitioners. This series stems from the Board?s Memorandum of Understanding [ [link removed] ] with the American Association of People with Disabilities [ [link removed] ] (AAPD) and the Center for Democracy & Technology [ [link removed] ] (CDT). In total, three virtual hearing sessions will take place: two for the disability community (on August 8) and one for federal agency and AI industry practitioners (on August 22).

Attending the virtual hearings:
? Disability Community Hearings:
o August 8, 2024, at 10:00 ? 12:00 PM and 2:00 ? 4:00 PM ET
o Link: [link removed]
o Meeting ID: 160 039 9391, No passcode
? Federal Agency and Industry Practitioner Hearing:
o August 22, 2024, at 2:00 ? 4:00 PM ET
o Link: [link removed]
o Meeting ID: 160 575 4619, No passcode

No pre-registration is required to attend any of the hearings. Individuals who want to make a public comment are required to register via the instructions linked below. Please note that space is limited. Registered speakers will each be allotted two minutes to present comments.

Learn More [ [link removed] ]


* DSW Flyer - South West Kansas.pdf [ [link removed] ]
* VFIN_Kansas_Flyer_6.27.2024 (1) copy.pdf [ [link removed] ]
* DSW Flyer - North West Kansas.pdf [ [link removed] ]

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