Self-advocacy
Standing up and speaking for yourself.
What is self-advocacy?
In the Disability Rights workshop, the presenters talked about how many big laws.
What is three?
When you make decisions for yourself (and sometimes with the help of others) and take control of your own life.
What is self-determination?
Why an honest self-assessment is important.
Answer varies.
Example, It is necessary for growth and success in life.
At what age should you start the healthcare transition?
14
Standing up for someone or something.
What is advocacy?
This law states that any program that receives money from federal government must give individuals with disabilities equal opportunity and equal access to: jobs, services, and buildings.
What is Section 504?
Things that you are good at?
What are strengths?
People or places where you can get more information about options after high school.
Answer varies.
Example, parents, friends, teachers, DVR, etc.
At what age can you apply for SSI or Medicaid under your own resources?
18
What do you say if you need help with homework.
Answer varies.
Example, Can you please help me with my homework?
This law states that public schools or schools that receive money from the federal government must provide students with disabilities free appropriate public education and a least restrictive environment.
What is IDEA?
Another word for your challenges.
What is growing edge?
__________ opportunities keep us connected to our community.
What is social?
Name a difference between Pediatric and Adult Healthcare
Answers will vary
What do you say if you need to go see your Advisor.
Answer varies.
Examples, Can I please go see my Advisor? Can I please have a pass to see my Advisor?
This law bans discrimination against individuals with disabilities and grants them equal opportunity and access in: Title I: Employment, Title II: Public Services and Transportation, Title III: Public Places, Title IV: Telecommunications.
What is ADA?
What can happen if you don't speak up for yourself.
Answer varies.
Example, You may follow someone else's dream.
________ can lower stress and improve mood, self-esteem, and overall health.
What is fun?
Name 3 different Supportive Decision-Making powers
Healthcare Release of Information
Power of Attorney
Guardianship