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Pathways to Adulthood Conference May 17 at Melville Marriott Honoring NYS Assembly Member Jodi Giglio, Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa
Pathways to Adulthood Conference Set for May 17 at Melville MarriottHonoring NYS Assembly Member Jodi Giglio, Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa, and NYS Senator Monica R. Martinez May 8, 2025 / PRZen / MELVILLE,...
Thursday, May 8th 2025, 9:40 AM EDT by
Pathways to Adulthood Conference Set for May 17 at Melville MarriottHonoring NYS Assembly Member Jodi Giglio, Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa, and NYS Senator Monica R. Martinez
May 8, 2025 / PRZen / MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Families, professionals, and advocates across Long Island are invited to attend the Pathways to Adulthood Conference on Saturday, May 17th at the Melville Marriott. This important event is designed to support those navigating the often-complex journey from school-based services to adult systems of support.
The conference will honor New York State Assembly Member Jodi Giglio, Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa, and New York State Senator Monica R. Martinez for their ongoing advocacy and legislative efforts supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
This full-day event is tailored for advocates, attorneys, educators, agency professionals, school personnel, parents, grandparents, and siblings who are supporting young people with special needs transitioning into adulthood.
Key topics to be covered include:
"This conference is a must for anyone involved in helping individuals with disabilities move toward greater independence and meaningful adult lives," said Deb Thivierge, ELJIA's CEO. "We are proud to honor lawmakers who have championed policies that make real differences in these transitions."
Registration is now open, and early sign-up is encouraged as space is limited.
Event Details:
What: Pathways to Adulthood Conference
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Melville Marriott, Melville, NY
Register: https://www.elija.org/events/view/A-Pathway-To-Adulthood-Using-Self-Direction-Transitioning-For-Independence-2025-2025-05-17/
For media inquiries or more information, please contact Kristin Tursi @516-659-2617
Contact:
ELIJA- Empowering Long Island's Journey through Autism
Kristen Tursi 516-216-2989 [email protected]
www.ELIJA.org
Source: The ELIJA Foundation
Follow the full story here: https://przen.com/pr/33579590
The conference will honor New York State Assembly Member Jodi Giglio, Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa, and New York State Senator Monica R. Martinez for their ongoing advocacy and legislative efforts supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
This full-day event is tailored for advocates, attorneys, educators, agency professionals, school personnel, parents, grandparents, and siblings who are supporting young people with special needs transitioning into adulthood.
Key topics to be covered include:
- The Transition Process from School to Adulthood
- Self-Direction and Person-Centered Planning
- Housing Options and Residential Supports
- Special Needs Trusts and Financial Planning
- Guardianship and Supported Decision-Making
- And much more
"This conference is a must for anyone involved in helping individuals with disabilities move toward greater independence and meaningful adult lives," said Deb Thivierge, ELJIA's CEO. "We are proud to honor lawmakers who have championed policies that make real differences in these transitions."
Registration is now open, and early sign-up is encouraged as space is limited.
Event Details:
What: Pathways to Adulthood Conference
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Melville Marriott, Melville, NY
Register: https://www.elija.org/events/view/A-Pathway-To-Adulthood-Using-Self-Direction-Transitioning-For-Independence-2025-2025-05-17/
For media inquiries or more information, please contact Kristin Tursi @516-659-2617
Contact:
ELIJA- Empowering Long Island's Journey through Autism
Kristen Tursi 516-216-2989 [email protected]
www.ELIJA.org
Source: The ELIJA Foundation
Follow the full story here: https://przen.com/pr/33579590
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