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La misión del Departamento de Niños y Familias es capacitar a las familias para que críen hijos fuertes y exitosos. Si una familia necesita ayuda, el DCF debería ayudarla a evitar que la familia se separe. La mayoría de las veces, es mejor que las familias permanezcan juntas. Pero si los problemas son demasiado grandes, los niños pueden irse a vivir con otro pariente o con una familia de acogida. Esta página puede ayudar a responder preguntas sobre DCF. ¿Cuáles son las razones por las que DCF puede poner a mi hijo en cuidado de crianza? ¿Qué es la negligencia? ¿Qué es abuso? Señales de advertencia de abuso infantil. ¿Qué puedo hacer para evitar que el DCF ponga a mi hijo en un hogar de crianza? ¿Qué pasará si DCF se pone en contacto conmigo? ¿Puede el DCF ayudarme a mantener unida a mi familia? DCF CT "Información que las familias encontrarán útil" ¿Cómo me comunico con DCF para solicitar ayuda voluntaria? 877-381-4193 opción # 3 Help to Parent Well - Bumpy Road Un sitio excelente con ayuda escrita en un lenguaje sencillo, PERO los recursos están en Australia. Con suerte, el sitio web Proud Parents le ayudará a encontrar recursos similares en Connecticut. De vuelta a casa

Bylaws Proud Parents - Leadership and Encouragement for ALL Parents 1. Name: Proud Parents - Leadership and Encouragement for ALL Parents. Email: proudparentsct@gmail.com Website: www.proudparents.info Address: The Arc of CT, P.O. Box 1522, New Canaan, CT 06840-1522 or ℅ Lu Freitas, 43 Trumbull Avenue, Plainville, CT 06062 2. Vision, mission and belief statements: Respect: Nothing About Us Without Us! Vision, mission, beliefs are attached. 3. Members: A group of parents from all over CT and three parents out of state. Some of us have had or have DCF involved with our families. We want to help all parents so that parents with disabilities are not discriminated against, so families could stay together, and so children can grow up in loving homes. Everyone who shares these experiences and agrees with the vision and mission is welcome. ​ 4. Meetings: Online: Zoom, two times a month, Tuesdays at 6:00pm. In person: Minimum two times a year for each side of CT (eastern and western). Advocacy: Minimum of two times a year (online or in person). Confidentiality: Personal business, stories or pictures that are shared in meetings are not to be shared outside of meetings without written permission. ​ 5. Roles: Co-chairpersons Quiana Mayo and Jossie Torres Vice-chair Sierra Scott Secretary Rosa Rodriguez Legislative Liaisons Deborah Bell and Sierra Scott Facebook Administrator Aaron Newton Parent Support Aaron Newton, Jessica Piccolo, Elenor Rogers, Brenda Schultz Parent Outreach Messengers Aaron Newton, Jessica Piccolo, Crystal Reardon Parent Recruiter Jessica Piccolo Resource Coordinator Crystal Reardon Time Keeper Christina Norwood and Benjamin Carmichael Sensory Coordinator Sierra Scott 6. Advisors: Currently Mary Lou Freitas. Co-advisor Linda Rammler as available. 7. Fiscal Agent: Arc of CT, P.O. Box 1522, New Canaan, CT 06840-1522 Attention: Win Evarts, wevarts@thearcct.org , 203-984-7543 8. Voting: Majority rules and voting takes place as follows: An idea, request, or change is called a motion. The motion is discussed by everyone. The first member who agrees with the motion says, “I move to _______.” Another member who agrees says, “I second the motion.” The first member says, “All in favor say yes or raise your hand.” The first member says, “All who disagree say no or raise your hand.” Back to WHO WE ARE

Covid Tests Free tests by mail 800-232-0233 if you need help Click these for test sites or clinics or drive-thru's. Most need an appointment! Try CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Walmart & other local pharmacies. Community Health Centers locations & covid test appointment # 860-863-4600. Or you can call your doctor, urgent cares, or other clinics near you. About tests in plain language CDC.gov Back to Covid-19 Back to home page

The agencies on this page offer helpful trainings, classes, webinars, or advice. Parenting Tips Webinars The Association for Successful Parenting Crianza positiva Learning Center Sociedad Estadounidense para el Cuidado Positivo de los Niños Tips & Strategies Parenting Workshops The Heller School WrapCT Trainings Through the Looking Glass Connecting to Care CT Parent Advocacy Center 860-739-3089 PATH CT 800-399-7284 UCEDD 860-679-1500 FAVOR Academy 203-707-0740 Free Online First Aid, CPR & AED Courses Red Cross Babysitting & Childcare Training (costs money) Red Cross Swimming & Water Safety (costs money) PEP Educating Families, Enriching Families (some webinars are free) General Life Tips Many local hospitals and libraries offer parent classes too! Volver a la buena crianza Volver a la página de inicio

Tecnología de asistencia Assistive Technology is anything that helps you be more capable and independent. DDS CT brochure AAC or Augmentative & Alternative Communication ASAN presented by SARTAC CT Department of Aging & Disability Services Access Independence (Fairfield County) 203-378-6977 Southwestern CT Agency on Aging 203-333-9288 Disabilities Network for Eastern CT 860-823-1898 Eastern CT Area Agency on Aging 860-887-3561 Independence Northwest 203-729-3299 CT Tech Act Project - to borrow money for assistive technology 860-424-5619 The NEAT Center, Hartford - New England Assistive Technology 860-242-2274 Hospital for Special Care Equipment Exchange ** ON HOLD during the pandemic 860-612-6302 If your child needs assistive technology, talk to people at the school. There are some free apps for your cell phone too. Volver a bienes y servicios De vuelta a casa

Masks Ask for a mask! Many places have them for free. Always wear a clean, dry mask. Soon stores will be handing out better masks for free. There will be 3 for each person. The thicker, safer masks are called N95 masks or KN95 masks. The medical masks are very good, but throw them away when they are dirty. If you want to wear a cloth mask, it is safest to wear 2 masks, a medical mask & a cloth mask. CDC.gov Back to Covid-19 Back to home page

Disability Organizations List by UCEDD Resource Directory Disability Rights Connecticut They Say We Have Rights People First We Have Human Rights! DDS Advocates' Corner Disability Rights Connecticut How To Report Abuse Applying for Social Security Income and Disability Benefits Adult Disability Starter Kit (and checklist) Child Disability Starter Kit (and checklist) Supported Decision-making as an Alternative to Guardianship & Conservatorship UCEDD - Promoting Independence in Connecticut Supported Decision-making The Arc - Self-advocacy Online ADA Workshops National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities, The Heller School at Brandeis U No Excuse for Abuse, DDS Advocates' Corner Department of Aging and Disability Services CT 860-424-5055 Access Independence, Southwest 203-378-6977 Southwestern CT Agency on Aging, Southwest 203-333-9288 Senior Resources Agency of Aging, Eastern CT 860-887-3561 Disability Network for Eastern CT 860-823-1898 Disability News Disability Scoop Center for Dignity in Healthcare Able Accounts help you to save money to have a better life, without losing Medicaid SARTAC video by Chris Blake Dignity of Risk - Max Barrows UVM Center on Disability & Community Inclusion The Heller School Workshops Plain Language about Medicaid Services AUCD Disability Information and Access Line 888-677-1199 Protecting the Rights of Parents & Prospective Parents with Disabilities U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights Section To file a CT discrimination complaint, 860-541-3400 Commission on Human Rights & Opportunities To file a federal discrimination complaint, 202-514-3847 U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division AAPD American Association of People with Disabilities 202-521-5316 Ableism & Violence - Plain Language Guide by Green Mountain Self-Advocates selfadvocacyinfo.org You can help to make change & make things better! De vuelta a mis derechos / mi futuro De vuelta a casa

¡Puede ayudar a mejorar las cosas para todas las personas con discapacidades! Puedes ayudar a cambiar las leyes ... Register to vote and go vote! Register online or at your town hall. Disability Rights CT How to make your voice heard CT General Assembly Find your legislators who you can call or write to CT General Assembly Disability Rights Connecticut 860-297-4300 DCF Family First Mail DCF Parents with Differing Cognitive Abilities Workgroup s.kim.somaroo@ct.gov or 860-560-7078 Consumer Advisory Council UCEDD 860-679-1500 CT Partners in Policymaking UCEDD 860-679-1500 CT LEND UCEDD 860-679-1500 CT Cross Disability Lifespan Alliance UCEDD 860-679-1500 AutCom National Autism Community TASH New England TASP Association for Successful Parenting Desegregate CT Western CT Association for Human Rights SEEK CT Read the proposed State Plan for 2022-2026 CT State Council on Developmental Disabilities CT Youth Services Association, Youth Advisory Boards, and Advocacy AAPD American Association of People with Disabilities 202-521-5316 Es importante enseñar a las personas cómo ayudar mejor a las personas con discapacidades ... Advice for Professionals Use Plain Language! ¡Puede compartir este conjunto de herramientas con sus legisladores sobre cómo proteger sus derechos! Centro Nacional de Investigación para Padres con Discapacidades, Escuela Heller en Brandeis U ADA Workshops National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities, The Heller School at Brandeis U How To Report Abuse, Disability Rights CT Volver a la página principal de autodefensa Volver a la página de inicio

APOYO Todo el mundo necesita apoyo a veces. ​ Nos hace sentir mejor hablar con alguien que sabe por lo que estamos pasando. ​ Nos hace sentir menos solos saber que alguien más tiene los mismos sentimientos. ​ Haga clic a continuación para ver estos videos sobre el apoyo. Ayudas de apoyo por Bumpy Road Por qué es importante encontrar a alguien con quien hablar por Yunetta Spring Es posible que necesite un tipo específico de apoyo. Elija entre los siguientes tipos de soporte: Para padres En crisis Abogacía Para papás haga clic aquí haga clic aquí haga clic aquí haga clic aquí ¿Quién más puede apoyarme? Haga clic en la estrella. ¿Necesitan sus hijos apoyo de hermanos? Haga clic en la estrella. DDS is the Department of Developmental Services. ​ DDS helps people, parents and families who have intellectual disabilities. ​ A case manager can help support you. The DDS links below can help. Eligibility for DDS Support 877-437-4577 Helplines M-F during the day until 8:30pm north 877-437-4567 south 877-491-2720 west Individual Family Supports after hours call 211 211 también puede ayudar. Llame al 211 o haga clic en la estrella del sitio web. Volver a la página de inicio

Seguridad personal The Sexual Assault Epidemic That Nobody Talks About, NPR article and audio Coping with Child Sexual Abuse Material & Reporting, Missing Kids Human Trafficking & Exploitation, American SPCC If you are worried about someone & want to look up criminal records State of CT Judicial Branch Oak Hill Relationship and Sexuality - Positive Choices (available to purchase) No Excuse for Abuse! DDS Advocates' Corner Healthy Relationships Internet Safety Domestic Violence Hotlines or 211 888-774-2900 800-799-7233 De vuelta a la seguridad De vuelta a casa

Seguridad infantil Keep Your Child Safe, Bumpy Road Plain Language Free Online First Aid, CPR & AED Courses Red Cross Classes: First Aid, CPR, AED, Babysitting/Childcare, Water Safety & more (costs money) A Parent's Guide to Child Safety SafeKids.org Child Safety by Age SafeKids.org Car Seat Safety SafeKids.org Child Safety Laws for Cars SafeKids.org SafeKids.org has safety information about many topics. You can read about these risks: batteries, bikes, boating, burns & scalds, carbon monoxide, choking, driveways, falls, fire, fireworks, teens getting ready to drive, guns, Halloween, heat stroke, holidays, cars, and more. Childproofing Checklists by Age Childproofing Experts Free Child ID Kit National Center Missing & Exploited Children Sexual Offender Registry Poison Control 800-222-1222 CCMC Safety Videos Lavado de manos CDC (¿encuentra un video? Good Parenting by Age Group has Safety by Age Group Internet Safety Home Safety Healthy Relationships Sexual Health De vuelta a la seguridad De vuelta a casa

Encontrar empleo A case manager from most agencies should be able to help you look for a job. Family, friends and other people who support you can help you look for a job. Knowing what you like and what you are good at can point you in the right direction. Person-centered Planning can help you plan what you want and need. If you receive DDS services and want to hire staff & create your own program, watch these videos about self-determination & self-direction. State of CT DDS List of Providers State of CT Vocational Services (BRS/DORS) CAP Client Assistance Program for Voc Rehab with BRS or BESB American Job Centers & Career One Stop CT Pathways - SNAP Employment & Training Program 860-424-5429 Ticket to Work, Social Security Administration Employment support services if you receive SSDI benefits and you want to work Med-Connect to keep Medicaid if you earn up to $75,000 855-626-6632 CT Dept of Labor and CT Hires National Labor Exchange O*NET Online Office of Apprenticeship Training Connect-Ability Employment links from the DDS Advocate's Corner There are also many online employment agencies such as Indeed, Monster, Care, Ziprecruiter, Careerbuilder and more. You can Google online employment agencies. De vuelta a mis derechos / mi futuro De vuelta a casa