Events ~ An Invitation to

Individuals & Families

Estate Planning and Special Needs Trusts Seminar

Barber National Institute will host an informational seminar on Estate Planning to help families protect the needs of a family member with a developmental disability. A special invitation is extended to all those who would benefit from this presentation.

Elizabeth M. Warner, Esq., will conduct this seminar. Families will learn the legal options available to provide security for their loved one in the future. Ms. Warner will discuss Estate Planning and the benefits and legal ramifications of Special Needs Trusts. Families will learn the important questions they need to ask themselves and their attorneys when planning for the future.

For information or questions, contact Joyce Krahe McDonnell, M.A. at 814-878-5905 or email her at JoyceMcDonnell@BarberInstitute.org. Reservations may be made with the Family Support Service office, 814-878-5961.

Grandparent Support Group

Grandparent Support Group sponsored by Family Support Services at the Barber National Institute is a group for grandparents of children with developmental disabilities that meets on the second Thursday of every month. Meetings will be held at the Barber National Institute; enter from East Bay Drive. (Free, handicap accessible parking available.)

Reservations are requested by calling Family Support Services at 814-878-5961. For information or questions, contact Joyce Krahe McDonnell, M.A. at 814-878-5905 or email her at JoyceMcDonnell@BarberInstitute.org. Reservations may be made with the Family Support Service office, 814-878-5961.

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ESO Dances!

ESO Dances (Expanding Sociability Opportunities) are a fun way for young adults with developmental disabilities and college student volunteers to get to know one another. By highlighting sociability, the dances make a positive difference in the lives of young adults and their same-age peers. ESO Dances promote awareness, understanding, and acceptance of people with a variety of special needs.

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THE 21+ CLUB!

THE 21+ CLUB is an advocacy group of parents, caregivers and other persons interested in the needs of adults with developmental disabilities. Monthly meetings (1) explore life issues that affect families and adults, (2) educate legislators to the unmet needs of adults to secure the funding necessary to meet their lifelong needs, and (3) develop sociability opportunities for adults in home and community settings.

For more information on ESO Dances and THE 21+ CLUB, please contact Family Support Services at the Dr. Gertrude A. Barber National Institute @ 814-878-5905.

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For more further information, contact Joyce Krahe McDonnell at 814-878-5905 or Family Support Services office at 814-878-5961.