Name of Resource
MAPS for the Future: Using Person-Centered Planning to Promote Successful School to Adult Life Transitions  
Resource Demographics

​​http://aaidd.org/education/education-archive/2015/09/30/default-calendar/maps-for-the-future-using-person-centered-planning-to-promote-successful-school-to-adult-life-transitions#.WNFCmWegs74

Course Overview

This webinar will describe how the MAPS process can be used as a tool to promote successful transitions for students with developmental disabilities and their families. The webinar will include a description of the MAPS process,
strategies for engaging students and families in planning, and tips for incorporating MAPS into IEP and transition planning. Examples of real MAPS will be shared to show how person-centered planning tools can generate opportunities for students to identify and achieve their post-secondary goals, including goals related to employment. 

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This is a webinar. This presentation was created in Vermont. There may be minor differences between PA and Vermont’s ID system; however the training provides a nice perspective on transitional planning.   

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Name of Resource
Foundation of ISP Development
Resource Demographics

https://www.myodp.org/course/index.php?categoryid=367

Course OverviewInformation on the Individual Preferences and Understanding Communication sections of the ISP as well as other factors that affect ISP development. 

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You can enter as a guest to complete the Webinar if you do not have an account. ​

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Training Hours

1 Hour



 Paper & Pencil 
 Web Based  
 Instructor Led 
Document Review
Video / DVD


Pennsylvania

LifeSharing

Coalition

The mission of the Pennsylvania Lifesharing Coalition is to promote, support and embrace the concept of Lifesharing and the philosophies of self-determination and everyday lives.

 Paper & Pencil 
 Web Based  
 Instructor Led 
Document Review
Video / DVD


 Paper & Pencil 
 Web Based  
 Instructor Led 
Document Review
Video / DVD


 Paper & Pencil 
 Web Based  
 Instructor Led 
Document Review
Video / DVD


Name of Resource
Individual Support Plan (ISP)  Manual for individuals with an intellectual disability 
Resource Demographics

ISP Manual 

http://www.dhs.pa.gov/cs/groups/webcontent/documents/bulletin_admin/c_242833.pdf 

Course Overview

♦ Identifies the ISP process and the role each team member has in the creation of the ISP

* Describes how the ISP is prepared and developed

* Description of all services available under the ID Program 

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Name of Resource
Understanding the Office of Developmental Programs in Pennsylvania: Intellectual Disability and Autism Services 
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Manual (2013)

http://www.temple.edu/thetrainingpartnership/pub/goldbook/goldbook2013.pdf 

Course Overview

* Overview of ID system

* Accessing the ID system

* Defines and lists all ID waivers

* Organizing Supports and Rights 

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This is a 111-page manual, however thoroughly describe all aspects of the ID system and related services.  Pages 7-14 specifically address the ISP. ​

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