Watch the recording of "Supports and Services for Children with Combined Vision and Hearing Loss and Their Families: An Overview of the New England Consortium on Deafblindness (NEC)" workshop here. In this workshop presenters will: 1. Describe the population of children with combined sensory support needs 2. Detail supports and services available to families and […]

Watch recording of "Genetic Connections: Introduction to Genetics, Red Flags and Resources - Part One" workshop here. This two-part webinar was originally created by the Mountain State Regional Genetic Network. It will break down and explain the who and why of genetics, genetic vocabulary and basic genetic concepts. We will also explore four case studies […]

Watch the recording of the "Genetic Connections: Introduction to Genetics, Red Flags and Resources - Part Two" workshop here. This two-part webinar was originally created by the Mountain State Regional Genetic Network. It will break down and explain the who and why of genetics, genetic vocabulary and basic genetic concepts. We will also explore four […]

Watch the recording for the "Chronic Absenteeism, Truancy and Educational Neglect" workshop here. What is the difference between Chronic Absenteeism, Truancy and Educational Neglect? What should you expect when your child is unable or unwilling to attend school? Join our presenters from the state as they discuss the current process for the school and state […]

“Change Begins with You: Using Your Voice to Make a Difference” Our 2024 Annual Conference “Change Begins with You – Using Your Voice to Make a Difference” was held on April 2, 2024, at the UVM Davis Center from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This year our event began with a welcome from VFN’s Executive […]

Watch the recording of the "Accessibility in College After High School: Knowing Your Needs, Understanding the Process, and Who to Talk To" workshop here. There are a lot of unknowns when making the transition from high school to college. This presentation hopes to reduce some of the mystery as it relates to receiving services for […]

Watch the recording of the "Sharing Information with Siblings" workshop here. Join us for a panel discussion with parents and adult siblings about their experiences discussing disability, challenges, benefits, and everything in between! Emily Holl, Director of the Sibling Support Project, will provide tips for sharing key information at different stages of life with young […]

Watch the recording of the "Supports Intensity Scale-Adult (SIS-A) Assessment Overview" workshop. This workshop includes a review of: the current SIS-A referral process the different sections of the assessment the questions asked during the assessment tips for understanding the rating key and how to read the report This presentation may be helpful for anyone interested […]

Watch the "Health Literacy: Making Communication More Understandable and Accessible" workshop here. In this workshop, we will: Define health literacy Understand why it is important to make communication more understandable and accessible Learn about health literacy techniques and resources to develop and share information with your audience Presenter: Chrissy Keating - UVM Health Network (UVMHN) […]

Watch the recording of the "Parents’ Guide to Services for Babies and Toddlers with Special Health Needs" workshop here. If your infant or toddler – ages birth through two years of age – receives a medical diagnosis before or at birth, or is experiencing developmental delays, they may be eligible for services. Join us for […]

Watch the recording of the "Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL): An Overview of Supports and Services" workshop. Please join us for this overview of the supports and services that the Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL) can offer. VCIL works to promote the dignity, independence and civil rights of Vermonters with disabilities. Like other […]

Watch the recording for the "Unpacking Vermont’s New Literacy Law, Act 139, to Teach All Students to Read" workshop here. With the May 2024 passage of Act 139, an act relating to supporting Vermont’s young readers through evidence-based literacy instruction, educators in both public and independent schools eligible for public tuition are required to conduct […]