BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gateway Association - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Gateway Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gateway Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20210314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20211107T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220409T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220409T120000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20211222T182540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T171644Z UID:6425-1649494800-1649505600@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol (for FMS Administrators) DESCRIPTION:About this event\nThis workshop\, for Funds Administrators and staff\, explores what can be done to reduce the risk of abuse and how to handle situations when abuse is suspected. \nNote: This is a mandatory course for Funds Administrators under Family Managed Services (FMS) with Disability Services. \nDetails:\n-Will take place online (Zoom link to come shortly before the event)\n-Handouts for the event will be sent with the Zoom link \nQuestions?\nContact betty@gatewayassociation.ca\n \n REGISTER URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/abuse-prevention-and-response-protocol-for-funds-administrators-2/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220412T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220412T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20220207T172553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T173343Z UID:7547-1649790000-1649793600@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Families Forward Meeting (Under 18) DESCRIPTION:About this event\nWhere families can connect with other families\, learn from one another\, and explore issues that are important (such as schooling\, leadership\, and community and government support). \nFebruary topic: Tour of Gateway’s app\, Gateway to Digital Inclusion & exploration of the Caregiver Road MapMarch topic: TBDApril topic: TBD \nDetailsHosted online through Zoom (link will be accessible through Eventbrite upon registration\, and over email – from Eventbrite – closer to each event).Email Stacy\, meeting facilitator\, with any questions: Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca \n \n REGISTER URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/families-forward-meeting-under-18-3/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220413T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220413T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20211221T233633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T182942Z UID:6168-1649872800-1649880000@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Visioning and Planning for Families with Children 13-15 Years Old DESCRIPTION:About this event\nJoin us for this interactive 4-part workshop series that engages families in discussions about life transitions for 13-15 year olds and the supports\, services\, and helpful tips available to best manage and support their current and future circumstances. \nDatesWednesday\, April 13Wednesday\, April 20Wednesday\, April 27Wednesday\, May 4 \nDetails:-Will take place online (Zoom link to come shortly before the event)-Handouts for the event will be sent with the Zoom link \nQuestions?Contact kristina@gatewayassociation.ca \n \n REGISTER URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-and-planning-for-families-with-children-13-15-years-old/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220413T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220413T210000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20211222T185147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211222T213245Z UID:6474-1649872800-1649883600@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) 101 DESCRIPTION:About this event\nAn introduction to\, and overview of\, Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) as a government service. \nThis workshop will provide you with:\n1. An understanding of the PDD program’s role in supporting adults with developmental disabilities \n2. Knowledge of available options for service provision – Family Managed Supports (FMS) and PDD Service Providers (agency) \n3. Information to guide you in determining which type of service provision will best suit your family and adult child’s needs. \nDetails:\n-Will take place online (Zoom link to come shortly before the event)\n-Handouts for the event will be sent with the Zoom link \nQuestions?\nContact miriam@gatewayassociation.ca\n \n REGISTER URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/persons-with-developmental-disabilities-pdd-101-2/ CATEGORIES:ERC,FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220414T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220414T123000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20220410T171621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T180339Z UID:247239-1649937600-1649939400@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Family Resource Centre (FRC) Information Session DESCRIPTION:Want to know more about Gateway’s Family Resource Centre (FRC)\, and what we can do for you and your family? Or are you a professional looking to get familiar with our services?  \n  \nJoin us on Thursday\, April 14 from 12:00-12:30pm for a brief presentation and question period about our offerings and who is eligible!  URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/family-resource-centre-frc-information-session/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220420T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20220207T181623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T181627Z UID:7605-1650481200-1650484800@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Families Forward Meeting (Not Eligible for PDD? Now What?) DESCRIPTION:About this event\nExploring transitioning into adulthood for individuals with disabilities that do not qualify for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) supports. \nFebruary topic: TBDMarch topic: TBDApril topic: TBD \nDetailsEach meeting is hosted online through Zoom (link is shared on Eventbrite upon registration\, and via email leading up each event). \n \n REGISTER URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/families-forward-meeting-not-eligible-for-pdd-now-what-3/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220421T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220421T210000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20211222T183013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T123707Z UID:6439-1650564000-1650574800@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Adulthood (Session 1 of 4) DESCRIPTION:About this event\nA 4-part series exploring the critical transition to adulthood of 16-20 year olds and how families can create a plan for the future. \nTransitioning to adulthood is one of the most important life transitions we experience. Youth ages 16-20 require support in navigating this critical time of life. This workshop offers parents the opportunity to acknowledge the fear of the unknown and move forward with the acknowledgement that together we will work to support the values of each individual and family as a community. This free four-part workshop series includes: \nLife Transitions – Understanding life transitions and the barriers to successfully transitioning to adulthood. \nValued Roles in Community – Exploring social roles and how to be valued as a respected member of the community. \nVisioning and Planning – Creating a plan for the future based on a vision supported by goals and strategies. \nNavigating the Systems – Understanding adult services and systems of support. \nAll four workshops must be taken consecutively. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-for-adulthood-2/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220425T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220425T170000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20220425T162539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T162539Z UID:247302-1650873600-1650906000@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:(4 of 4) Visioning and Planning for Families with Youth 13-15 Years Old DESCRIPTION:A 4-part workshop series that empowers families of 13-15 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and more. \n\nJoin our 4-part workshop series that engages families in discussions for their 13-15 year olds with developmental disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and a sense of direction for the future. We will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community\, visioning and planning\, various transitions during junior high school\, navigating various systems age appropriate for families \nWednesdays \nApril 13 \nApril 20 \nApril 27 \nMay 4 \nHave questions? Ask the session facilitator\, Kristina- kristina@gatewayassociation.ca URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/4-of-4-visioning-and-planning-for-families-with-youth-13-15-years-old/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220426T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220426T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20220425T144953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T144953Z UID:247287-1650996000-1651003200@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Visioning and Planning for Families with Youth 13-15 Years Old (Session 3 of 4) DESCRIPTION:Visioning and Planning for Families with Youth 13-15 Years Old \n\nWednesdays \nApril 13 \nApril 20 \nApril 27 \nMay 4 \n\n6-8pm | Zoom \nA 4-part workshop series that empowers families of 13-15 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and more. \n\nJoin our 4-part workshop series that engages families in discussions for their 13-15 year olds with developmental disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and a sense of direction for the future. We will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community\, visioning and planning\, various transitions during junior high school\, navigating various systems age appropriate for families. URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-and-planning-for-families-with-youth-13-15-years-old-session-3-of-4/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220428T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220428T210000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20220422T123420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T123620Z UID:247271-1651168800-1651179600@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Adulthood (Session 2 of 4) DESCRIPTION:A 4-part series exploring the critical transition to adulthood of 16-20 year olds and how families can create a plan for the future. \nTransitioning to adulthood is one of the most important life transitions we experience. Youth ages 16-20 require support in navigating this critical time of life. This workshop offers parents the opportunity to acknowledge the fear of the unknown and move forward with the acknowledgement that together we will work to support the values of each individual and family as a community. This free four-part workshop series includes: \nLife Transitions – Understanding life transitions and the barriers to successfully transitioning to adulthood. \nValued Roles in Community – Exploring social roles and how to be valued as a respected member of the community. \nVisioning and Planning – Creating a plan for the future based on a vision supported by goals and strategies. \nNavigating the Systems – Understanding adult services and systems of support. \nAll four workshops must be taken consecutively. URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-for-adulthood-session-2-of-4/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220428T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220428T200000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023628 CREATED:20220207T183430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T183433Z UID:7658-1651172400-1651176000@gatewayassociation.ca SUMMARY:Families Forward Meeting (Over 18) DESCRIPTION:About this event\nWhere families can connect with other families\, learn from one another\, and explore issues that are important (such as schooling\, leadership\, and community and government support). \nFebruary topic: Building connections \nHow to develop a network of support for your family member. Let’s discuss paid and natural supports and how to increase connections and build reciprocal relationships. \n\nMarch topic: TBD\nApril topic: TBD\n\nDetails \nMeeting will be hosted online through Zoom (link will be available through Eventbrite upon registration\, and via email leading up to each event). \nEmail Betty\, meeting facilitator\, with any questions: Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca \n \n REGISTER URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/families-forward-meeting-over-18-3/ CATEGORIES:FRC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR