A Panel of Service Providers Discuss the Importance of Needs-Based Collaborations and Statewide Partners — March Forum, Day 2
Panel participants:
Kristin Gharst, Family Resource Coordinator, TAP Program at CTF Illinios
Jan Pearcy, Associate Director, Eastern Illinois Area of Special Education
Misty Baker, Director, Eastern Illinois University Child Care Resource & Referral
Debbie Einhorn, Director, Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center
This panel served as a successful model of collaboration. They talked about the economic necessity of forming collaborations, finding out the needs of families, and finding people that are willing to work with you. The economic need for forming partnerships to deliver support services for the ASD community cannot be overstated. As Debbie Einhorn pointed out, “…unfortunately, we live in a state (IL) that doesn’t put a high priority on disability services… ranking second to last in the nation on dollars spent on disability services….”
Panel on Needs-Based Partnerships to Support Individuals with ASD
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