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The Importance of Belonging with David Pitonyak
07/18/2016
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You are invited to join us for David Pitonyak |
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on The Importance of Belonging |
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This one-day workshop is designed to facilitate thought and action around community and communication, and will be offered in two locations.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH, IN ATHENS, GA 9:00-4:00 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH, IN AUGUSTA, GA 9:00-4:00
The Importance of Belonging has been approved by the State Bar of Georgia for 5.5 CLE hours and by the National Association of Social Workers, Georgia Chapter, for 5.5 CEU hours.
Individuals who have challenging behaviors are often limited in the opportunities and possibilities for a meaningful life in the community. Being connected to the people we love is critical to our emotional and physical well-being. David Pitonyak, Ph.D. presents ideas for moving beyond interventions and coverage to a system that supports enduring, freely chosen relationships.
David Pitonyak's work addresses approaches to difficult behaviors. He believes that difficult behaviors are “messages” which can tell us important things about a person and his or her surroundings. Understanding the “meaning” of an individual’s difficult behaviors is the first step in supporting the person, and that person’s supporters, to change.
Learn more about David Pitonyak and his work on his website,
Each date is open to 100 people and is designed for people with disabilities and their families, direct support providers, citizen advocates, and other professionals working with people with disabilities.
The price for this workshop is $50 for people with disabilities and their families; $90 for professionals who work with people with disabilities. Limited scholarships will also be available.
To register for the September 28th event in Athens, click here. To register for the September 29th event in Augusta, click here.
To apply for a scholarship, click here.
For more information, contact Anne Kuhns Email: akuhns@thegao.org Voice or TDD: (404) 885-1234 or (800) 537-2329 |
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