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Private
Consultation
Developing
supports for the teen/young adult’s transition years can seem like an impossible
task. The pieces however can be brought together during transition by applying
practical strategies to establish and develop supports, and by promoting the
young adult to use h/her strengths and interest. Some of these pieces include
employment, attending college, leisure, social connections, independence, and
emotional development.
With the
family’s input I will use the CAIS© assessment to evaluate your
adolescent/young adult in 7 areas of living within the context of needed
supports and capability levels. I draw expertise from real experiences: through
proven methods within my professional work in promoting independence and
securing employment for youth, in my original research findings, and my own
experience with my son who has autism.
Are you:
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worried about your
son or daughter’s adolescent or adult years?
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seeking help to build
self confidence and opportunities for growth and greater independence in the
life of your son/daughter?
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desiring to learn
what you can do to establish supports so your son or daughter can have:
employment, pursue college, enjoy leisure, or live with an increased well-being?
All issues and concerns are unique
to the individual and the family and so are the solutions.
I will:
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listen to your needs
as you see them, regarding the teen/young adult and the family.
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use the CAIS
assessment to help determine your child’s current capability levels and need for
supports with a focus on quality of life issues.
I offer:
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approaches to
identify and apply an individual’s strengths and gifts which can increase a
person’s capability and self value.
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ideas that can meet
your son/daughter’s emotional needs through the changes in the transition phases
from adolescence into adulthood.
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ways to access and
create resources
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suggestions and
strategies to build or create supports that will help the individual pursue
areas of employment, leisure/hobby, friendships, and skills in community and
independent living.
You Will
Receive:
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A complete evaluation
report for a school/agency.
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Becoming
Remarkably Able for
ongoing evaluations, action steps, and the planning to initiate and promote
participation and growth for your son/daughter.
Seven Ways the
CAIS © Report Can Assist in Educational Programs and Other Services
1) to assist school personnel in
educational planning, writing IEP objectives and goals
2) to provide therapists in speech,
OT, and ABA a consistent protocol and information about your son/daughter’s
capability levels, support needs, and personal strengths in all 7 domains of
living.
3) to help in transition planning
for the teen’s next phase in life goals. Information on your child’s strengths,
preferences, and need for supports are highly significant in making effective
transitions.
4) to provide paraprofessionals,
community coaches, and mentors who train or teach independent skills, the
reference point and practical steps to establish needed supports.
5) to offer helpful information to
team members who participate in the process of person-centered- planning with
your child.
6) to assist an agency providing
community living services to the individual. The CAIS is a consistent protocol
to pinpoint areas of need and necessary supports in all 7 domains of living.
7) Young adults with Aspergers or
High Functioning can use the CAIS to self evaluate h/her own progress and
capabilities. The CAIS is a user friendly self management tool.
Contact
Information:
Jackie M. Marquette, Ph.D.
7514 Warrenton Hill Ct.
Louisville, KY 40291
502 742-8756/Fax 502 742-8487
jackie@themarquettegroup.com
www.themarquettegroup.com
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