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Does 'problem solving' count as Self Advocacy?
Yes, problem solving and self advocacy involves having a clear understanding of your needs, wants, and rights, and how to access the services needed to obtain them.
What is self advocacy?
Knowing your wants, your needs, and how to get them. Self advocacy also means speaking up for yourself.
Should you attend your own IPP/ISP meeting?
Yes! You should always attend meetings about you in order to advocate for yourself.
What does the smell of rotten eggs mean?
That there is a gas leak! You need to open all the windows, go outside, and tell your parents.
If a earthquake happens while you are in bed what should you do?
A. Go under the bed and cry!
B. Put a pillow over the top of our head and wait for the shaking to stop.
B. If an earthquake happens, stay in your bed, face FORWARD, and put a pillow over the TOP of your head.
Should we try to solve problems on our own first?
Yes, it is always good to try and solve a problem on your own first to build independence, unless it is a problem that needs assistance.
Is knowing your strengths helpful? Why or why not?
Yes! Knowing your strengths and what you are good at is very helpful. It is useful to know what you are good at, and also to know what needs improving if you are not good at it.
If you spilled tea on the carpet, is that a BIG problem or a SMALL problem?
It is a SMALL problem you can solve yourself by cleaning it, but if needed, you can still ask for help.
If we are in a building on fire filled with lots of hot smoke, should we crawl underneath the smoke or walk through it?
We need to crawl near the floor. Smoke rises to the top, and we must never touch the hot smoke or else we will be burned!
When should you call 911?
A. When a dog escapes.
B. When someone faints for more than a minute.
B.
You should only call 911 when it is a emergency. For example, when there's a BIG fire, when someone faints for a long time, when someone is bleeding a lot, when there is a fight...
What is a SMALL problem, and what is a BIG problem?
Small problems are tiny things like, losing a pencil, or dropping a spoon. These are things we can solve by ourselves.
Big problems are like earthquakes, emergencies, car crashes, medical issues, and things that require other people's help.
Ethan uses a computer to take notes as part of his accommodation. But he wants to take notes with pen and paper like the rest of the class.
Should the teacher let Ethan do what he wants, which is taking notes, or should he continue to use the computer?
Ethan should be able to do what he wants. Part of self-advocacy is achieving goals that you desire and through certain means in which you want to achieve it. It is within Ethan's rights to do what he wants to do, so he should be able to take notes if he wants to.
What is an example of a accommodation?
1. Jenna uses a wheelchair, an accommodation for her would be installing ramps to use instead of stairs. Or modifying doors to open automatically so it is easier for Jenna to enter.
2. Providing sign language interpreters or subtitles during meetings and events.
3. Allowing service animals in buildings for people who use them.
In a fire, how should we protect our breathing from the smoke?
Put your shirt over your nose and mouth to breathe through it as you escape from the burning house or building.
In a fire, should we go back inside the building? Why or why not?
No! Never go back into a burning building. Call 911.
Are setting goals important? Why?
Setting goals helps us learn and improve. It helps build confidence and the abilities to do things that we like and that help us.
I tripped and scrapped my knee while walking, but I feel fine and don't feel bad. Should we call 911?
No! If it isn't a emergency, we shouldn't call 911. A knee scrape can be treated by you, a friend, a family member, or a doctor/nurse. It does not need emergency services.
What should we know in order to self advocate effectively?
1. Prioritize your goals. Knowing what you are working towards is important.
2. Know your rights.
3. Keep Records. Be sure to keep important documents in a safe place.
What do we need to say when calling 911?
1. Your name.
2. The place the emergency is taking place.
3. The emergency.
In a earthquake outside, should you be near telephone polls?
No! Telephone polls could fall and zap you with electricity or crush you.
What is an accommodation?
A change or adjustment to a job, workplace, or educational setting that enables a person with a disability to participate equally or fully.
How much water should we drink a day?
About 11 small cups, or about 5 bottles of water. Make sure to drink cold water if it is hot!
What are some positives about yourself?
Answers may vary.
What should we do if our hair, or clothing, or body catches on fire?
Stop. Drop. And roll! Make sure to cover your eyes while you roll. Roll until you are completely extinguished.
Should you hide near a window during a earthquake?
No! The window will break/shatter and the shards will be sharp and hurt you.