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Free Webinar: Understanding Shoulder PT April 14 at 11 am

By Mary Sherwood Sevinsky posted 04-06-2021
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APRIL WEBINAR Maryland JTF & IARP-Chesapeake are thrilled to announce we have an encore webinar that will be offered LIVE again this month. We had so much positive feedback (thank you!), but not everyone was able to attend. Carlos has enthusiastically agreed to re-present the webinar! Thanks to Carlos Martinez, CAM PT Please RSVP to mary@life-works.info If you missed January’s Winter Webinar then Join Us April 14 at 11 am for Understanding Shoulder PT by Carlos Martinez, CAM PT To Register Email Mary@Life-Works.Info
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Free Webinar: Understanding Shoulder PT April 14 at 11 am

By Mary Sherwood Sevinsky posted 04-06-2021
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See you then!
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Free Webinar: Understanding Shoulder PT April 14 at 11 am

By Mary Sherwood Sevinsky posted 04-06-2021
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See you then!
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Free Webinars courtesy of our Fabulous Exhibitors

By Mary Sherwood Sevinsky posted 07-21-2020
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Caption FREE WEBINARS August 12 th at 11 am Dr. Christopher Forthman: “Elbow Injury and Innovations” Explore the relationship between elbow arthritis and occupational, discuss the benefits and limitations of osteo-capsular arthroplasty. Appreciate the techniques of joint resurfacing including TEA, learn about the potential uses for new technologies September 9 th at 11 am Cari Pierce: “Whole-istic Health” Review a personal-accountability, whole-person mindset of health based on several foundational pillars of total wellness. Certified Personal Trainer / Certified Health Coach / Certified Sports Nutritionist ...
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Upcoming Webinar Series

By Mary Sherwood Sevinsky posted 07-21-2020
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Caption FREE WEBINARS August 12 th at 11 am Dr. Christopher Forthman: “Elbow Injury and Innovations” Explore the relationship between elbow arthritis and occupational, discuss the benefits and limitations of osteo-capsular arthroplasty. Appreciate the techniques of joint resurfacing including TEA, learn about the potential uses for new technologies September 9 th at 11 am Cari Pierce: “Whole-istic Health” Review a personal-accountability, whole-person mindset of health based on several foundational pillars of total wellness. Certified Personal Trainer / Certified Health Coach / Certified Sports Nutritionist ...
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VRTS Section Exhibits at the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates Annual Conference

By Elizabeth M. Watson posted 04-06-2020
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Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services section Working to Promote Members' Services As a benefit to our members, for the third consecutive year, the VRTS section exhibited at the COPAA Conference at the beginning of March. The purpose of the exhibit was to promote the services our members provide and give information on how to find a professional VRTS member. Exhibit materials available included a VRTS Professional Directory, developed for exhibiting at COPAA. VRTS section members provide valuable and underutilized transition related services for special education students and other youth. Yet, many educational professionals, attorneys, advocates, ...
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Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services Presentation at the COPAA Annual Conference

By Elizabeth M. Watson posted 04-06-2020
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Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services Promoted at the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates Annual Conference, Baltimore, Maryland. VRTS member Elizabeth Watson & attorney Melissa Waugh presented IEP Transition Toolbox, at the COPAA 2020 Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland. The presentation emphasized that Transition Assessments are fundamental for setting appropriate and realistic transition goals. Attorney Waugh outlined the legal framework for transition plans. Elizabeth described the essential elements of a transition assessment and how to use the assessment information to write appropriate transition plans and goals, as well as ...
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RehabPro 27(1) and JLCP 17(2) Are Now Available

By Sue Yoemans posted 05-29-2019
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RehabPro: Volume 27 Number 1 Member PDF Download Editorial (3) Editorial Comment Timothy F. Field Articles (5) Developing Vocational and Life Care Plan Opinions After The People v. Marcos Arturo Sanchez (2016) that do not Rely on Hearsay Evidence: A Recommended Approach Eugene E. Van de Bittner, Jill A. Moeller, & Susan K. Van de Bittner (23) Private Sector Rehabilitation Counseling Ethics: Evolution of the 2017 CRCC Code Rick Robinson & Elizabeth Watson (35) Strengths, Challenges, Opportunities, and Risks (SCOR©): A Strategic Tool for Business, Personal and Case Analyses Ann T. Neulicht (47) Comments on Neulicht's SCOR© ...
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Voc Rehab Transition Services Members Present at COPAA

By Elizabeth M. Watson posted 03-20-2019
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VRTS section members Bruce Bloom and James Williams presented at the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates Conference earlier in March. Their presentation, Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in Transition Planning/Evaluation was presented to a full room. VRTS Chair, Bruce Bloom states that they received positive feedback from the attendees and he feels that those that advocate for special education students are starting to recognize the role that vocational rehabilitation professionals should have in transition planning.
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VRTS Board Member Shares VRTS Special Issue of Rehab Pro

By Elizabeth M. Watson posted 03-07-2019
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Peter Wright is a prominent special education attorney, named by the New York Times as champion for children. He is an author, frequent trainer and has argued before the Supreme Court. Recently VRTS Board Member Lisa Byrne attended his training and presented attorney Wright with a copy of the Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services Special Issue of the IARP publication; The Rehabilitation Professional, 28(4).
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SPECIAL OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY FOR IARP MEMBERS

By Dale Regnier posted 12-21-2018
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​ SPECIAL OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY FOR IARP MEMBERS The Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services (VRTS) section of IARP is offering you an opportunity to directly market your services to the Counsel of Parent Attorney Advocates (COPAA) conference attendees. The VRTS Section exhibited at the 2018 COPAA conference and will be doing so again in 2019. Last year there were 650 attendees from throughout the US and COPAA reports that each year their conference attendance grows. The VRTS exhibit was the first exposure of vocational rehabilitation services for transition students at a COPAA conference. We were well received and COPAA members were asking for names ...
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RehabPro Volume 26 Number 2 is available

By Sue Yoemans posted 09-12-2018
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Please enjoy the latest edition of the Rehabilitation Professional (RehabPro), Volume 26, Number 2, an exclusive benefit of your IARP all-inclusive membership . Click here to download this issue Please note that you need to sign into your member account to access the RehabPro from the website. Volume 26 No.2 Editorial (63) Editorial Comments Timothy F. Field Articles (65) Legal Decisions Regarding Work-Life Expectancy in a Personal Injury Analysis: Do Economists and Vocational Experts Have Anything to Offer? Thomas R. Ireland and Frank L. Slesnick Reaction Papers (81) Legal Decisions Regarding Reduced Post-Injury Work-Life in a ...
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VRTS Presence at COPAA 2019 Conference

By Elizabeth M. Watson posted 09-10-2018
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Again this year, board member Bruce Bloom will present at the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates annual conference. His presentation is titled: The Top Ten Mistakes To Avoid During Post-Secondary Transition Planning/Evaluation. And again this year, VRTS will exhibit at the conference. The VRTS exhibit will promote the use of vocational rehabilitation professionals for transition evaluations and planning. The COPAA conference is March 7-10, 2019 in New Orleans.
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New Member Benefit

By Sue Yoemans posted 08-25-2018
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IARP is pleased to announce that all educational content on IARP Learn is now available at no cost for members! This includes all courses with pre-approved continuing education credits. Learn more at IARP LEARN See all Member Benefits Join Us November 13 for the "20 Red Flags in a Life Care Plan/Life Care Plan Review" Webinar. 20 Red Flags in a Life Care Plan/Life Care Plan Review will cover 20 common errors found in life care plans. The webinar will explore weaknesses often found in 3 major areas; structure and methodology, costs and specific goods and services. Throughout this webinar, you will gain insight into enhancing your own plans and preparing ...
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2018 IARP Annual Conference - Registration is open!

By Sue Yoemans posted 07-30-2018
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Join the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP) at the Sheraton Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina October 25-27, 2018 where rehabilitation professionals from all around the world will come together to build and grow their skills and relationships with fellow professionals. At the IARP 2018 Annual Conference, you will see top-notch presenters who will provide credit-approved educational experiences designed to give you what you need to be successful in this industry. Highlights of This Year’s Conference SEAK Training: How to Be an Effective Expert Witness on Thursday, October 25th. IARP is excited to announce that ...
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RehabPro: Call for Editor

By Sue Yoemans posted 07-09-2018
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Call for Editor: The Rehabilitation Professional Position Description The Rehabilitation Professional is published quarterly by the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. The Rehabilitation Professional promotes the profession and publishes referred education and research materials relevant to the practices and processes of rehabilitation professionals. The objectives of The Rehabilitation Professional include: Publish materials, which will add to the growing literature base of the practice of rehabilitation. Provide the professional field with information regarding events and developments important to the practice of ...
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RehabPro Volume 26 Number 1 is available

By IARP Headquarters posted 06-29-2018
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Please enjoy the latest edition of the Journal of RehabPro, Volume 26, Number 1, an exclusive benefit of your IARP all-inclusive membership . Click here to download this issue Please note that you need to sign into your member account to access the RehabPro from the website. Volume 26 No. 1 Editorial (3) Editorial Comment Timothy F. Field Articles (5) Labor Market Survey/Research: An Approach Centered on the Individual and Grounded in Objective and Reliable Data John R. Cary, Jamie N. Gamez, and Nicholas J. Choppa (19) Review and History of Supreme Court Rulings Related to Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act Patrick ...
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Dr. Christine Bard  Award Compassion and Skill in Rehabilitation Practice

By Michelle Marme Ph.D posted 05-14-2018
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Illinois Chapter of IARP International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals announces Dr. Christine Bard Award Compassion and Skill in Rehabilitation Practice Dr. Christine Bard devoted the majority of her postdoctoral work as an exemplary educator and practitioner in the rehabilitation counseling community in Illinois. As a professor, a supervisor, a clinician, and a colleague, she exemplified the ideals of practice through her kindness and concern, honesty, wisdom, and humor. She modeled the level of care that she sought to embolden her students to practice. The Dr. Christine Bard Award for Compassion and Skill in Rehabilitation ...
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VRTS Board Continues its Mission to Train Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors

By Elizabeth M. Watson posted 03-27-2018
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VRTS Chair-Elect, Bruce Bloom presented at the Texas Chapter of IARP on March 23, 2018. His presentation, " Preparing for Adulthood: Evaluating Students with Autism for Transition Services and Competitive Employment" was well received by the about 90 attendees. Bruce reports that the attendees’ feedback included that they wanted more information about how to evaluate individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and on how to provide Transition Services. The VRTS board is committed to providing training. And the board is committed to reaching everyone we can to educate rehabilitation professionals and others on vocational rehabilitation transition ...
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VRTS Exhibits at COPAA Conference

By Elizabeth M. Watson posted 03-19-2018
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On March 9 th and 10 th , the Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services section exhibited at the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates annual conference. The exhibit included promotional materials on the Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services our members provide. Many of the attorneys and advocates that stopped by the exhibit were not aware of private rehabilitation service providers and many were not familiar with vocational and independent living evaluations. And most reported that the transition goals that schools are writing are inadequate. The VRTS exhibit gave great exposure to a group of professionals that mostly did not know about ...
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