Parent Workshops
In 2008-2009 we will look at builing networks of support for you and your children. Other workshops during the weekend will include Behavior Management, Mom and Dad Groups, Special Education Law, and Stress Reduction. Call us and we will help you select the weekend that will best fit your families needs.

Children's Program
While parents attend workshops, children will attend the Children's Program. The Family Enrichment Weekend is designed for children of all ages and abilities to meet new friends, experience a variety of educational and fun activities, and simply have a great time! The children’s program is specially designed for each child so that they will not even know the parents are away!

Companions
Each child will be paired up with a college student
(their companion) who will be helping that child throughout
the weekend. These companions are ready to help and we
hope that you will invite them into your family circle.

September 12-14, 2008
Focusing on building networks and making friends for children with autism and challenging behavior. This event is for children of all ages.
Post Falls, ID ~ Ross Point Camp
GUEST SPEAKERS: The dream team of Sally Burton Hoyle, Chris Curry, and Eustacia Cutler.

TBA
Young Children (ages 9 and under)

For families who have a young child with a disability. We will address the Individualized Education Program (IEP), behavior and communication, and reflexology for children.

GUEST SPEAKER: Sharon Pieters, past star on Fox television Nanny 911.

Visit www.childminded.com to learn about Sharon.

Sharon Pieters created Child Minded after consulting parents who were facing the day-to-day challenges that parents face when raising their little loved ones. After her contract on the Fox television show "Nanny 911," she decided to create Child Minded and bring her teaching and parenting skills to Moms and Dads who can use a helping hand.

TBA
Chidren With Intensive Needs
For families who have a child with intensive health care needs. We will address health care needs and the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), real life stories, and educational programs you can use at home.

TBA
Transition (ages 12+)
For families who have a young adult with a disability. We will address transition and the Individualized Education Program (IEP), person-centered planning, creating special needs trusts.

Each family must complete and mail, fax, or email the
application form. The processing fee is $50.00. For people
using email, the fee can be paid online using the
Donate link. If the weekend is full and your family cannot
be enrolled, the fee will be refunded.

Once your family is accepted,
the $50.00 fee is nonrefundable.

Scholarships

Families may request the following scholarships to cover the fees for theFamily Enrichment Weekend:

While Families Together can provide some scholarships, families can also receive scholarships from the Idaho Parents Unlimited, Family Support, Idaho Coouncil on Developmental Disabilites, and Washington to Paernt to Parent. Families have also been given scholarships through their school district or a sponsor in their community. All scholarships are tax-deductible.