Due to unexpected events, the January support Parent trainings will need to be rescheduled. Look for new dates coming soon! Vermont Family Network (VFN) is seeking Support Parent volunteers! If you are at a point in your parenting journey where you are ready to support another family, please consider becoming a trained VFN Support Parent […]

Join Vermont Family Network for a storytelling event! See our flyer for more information and links to register.

Join Vermont Family Network for a storytelling event! See our flyer for more information and links to register.

Watch the recording of Tips and Tricks for Accessing First Call, the Mental Health System of Care, and Resources here. If you are unable to attend, please register anyway. We’ll send you a recording of the workshop which you can watch on your own time. This workshop is an opportunity for parents/guardians/caregivers/providers to hear general […]

Your Time to Shine! Are you a dancer, singer, magician? Hula-hooper, joke-teller, puppeteer? Join us virtually on Zoom, as we share our talents with each other. Sibs can either share their talents live on Zoom, or record their talent ahead of time and share their screen. The theme of this Sibshop is Identity. What makes […]

Watch the recording of Advocacy 101 - Basic Training on Effective Advocacy for Change here. Advocacy Story Structure PDF Join us to learn how you can elevate your personal story to create meaningful change that will improve support for children with developmental disabilities, special health needs and mental health challenges. VFN is offering this online […]

Watch the Restraints and Seclusions in Vermont Schools: What Rule 4500 Means for You and Your Child recording here. This workshop was presented with parents/caregivers as the intended audience. The purpose of the rule, what is and is not permitted, and details regarding reporting, evaluation, and debriefing was discussed. Hypothetical scenarios were used for illustrative […]

Reptiles, amphibians, and fish... Oh My! Join us as we discover and explorethe many exhibits at this amazing science and nature museum andexperience the wonderment of our very own Lake Champlain.The theme of this Sibshop is Exploration. How does it feel to discoversomething new? What qualities do explorers have? How can some of thosequalities serve […]

Watch The New Face of Vocational Rehabilitation: HireAbility VT recording here. VocRehab VT has changed their name to align with their career focus and to better reflect the services that they offer. The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation has been dedicated to helping Vermonters living with disabilities achieve employment and vocational goals for years. The services […]

Vermont Family Network (VFN) is seeking Support Parent volunteers! If you are at a point in your parenting journey where you are ready to support another family, please consider becoming a trained VFN Support Parent with our Parent Matching Program. This three-hour, interactive Zoom training will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need […]

Watch The Vermont Assistive Technology Program: An Overview and Feature on Sensory Tools recording here. The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) is pleased to present an overview of what assistive technology (AT) is, the core services of their program, how to access their services, and will even demonstrate a few relevant examples of assistive technology, […]

Vermont Family Network (VFN) is seeking Support Parent volunteers! If you are at a point in your parenting journey where you are ready to support another family, please consider becoming a trained VFN Support Parent with our Parent Matching Program. This three-hour, interactive Zoom training will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need […]