Roadmaps For Leaders Of Advocacy Programs: Improving Access and Addressing Meaningful Outcomes (#6613)


Wednesday, July 10, 2013: 5:00 PM-8:30 PM
307 (David L. Lawrence Convention Center)

Leaders of agencies providing advocacy often struggle to help families to understand and access critical services and supports. This session will discuss two case studies to illustrate common barriers in a complex infrastructure of agencies responsible for health, education, and community support. Understanding these barriers can help advocates better support families on their journey, and suggest the best ways that advocates can partner with professionals and agencies to promote system change through training, research, and policy. The discussion includes panelists from agencies and advocacy groups that will offer insights from their own experiences in helping families access services and how do we address meaningful outcomes for all. To be added.
Presenter:

Peter J. Doehring, Ph.D.
Director
ASD Roadmap
Peter has over the past 20 years experience and has led the development of regional and statewide programs for children with ASD and related disabilities that integrate research and treatment in health and in education. This includes a statewide public school program, a university-based training program, an inpatient treatment program for children in behavioral crisis and a statewide team for early identification.