Transition Weekend 2020

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’ class: “” _fieldset: text-section - small_title: Location text: | **DoubleTree Hyannis** 287 Iyannough Road Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 771-1700 Discounted Rate: $124 (single/double) / $144 (triple) / $159 (quad) Mention: “Riverview School” when booking class: “” _fieldset: text-section - small_title: Friday, March 6th text: | 10am & 1pm **Riverview Spring Musical** Riverview School Lund Auditorium

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>3:30–5:30pm</small></span>
**Transition Weekend Registration**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree Lobby</span>

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>5:30–6:30pm</small></span>
**Conference Kick-Off**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Cape Cod Room</span>
Welcome remarks by Head of School, Stewart Miller and mix and mingle for parents.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>6:30pm</small></span>
**Students Arrive**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Lobby</span>
Riverview will transport students to the DoubleTree and should be met by parents in the lobby.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>6:30–8pm</small></span>
**Dinner Buffet**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Ivy &amp; Vyne Rooms</span>

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>7–8:30</small></span>
**Dance**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Regatta Room</span>
Any Students heading back to the dorm must be transported by parents.

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small_title: Saturday, March 7th
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6:30–7:45am
Complimentary Breakfast Buffet (requires ticket given at check-in)
DoubleTree, Ivy Room

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>7:45am–3:30pm</small></span>
**Campus Activities**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Lobby</span>
We encourage parents to utilize campus activities for their student in order to fully engage and participate in the conference.
Riverview will transport students to and from campus.  If a student is scheduled for pick up and plans change please make sure to communicate that to staff in the lobby at 7:45am.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>8:00–9:30pm</small></span>
**Alumni Parents Panel Discussion**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Regatta Room</span>
*Louis &amp; Ruth Robin* (parents of Josh – class of 2013)
*John &amp; Shelly Bogasky* (parents of John–class of 2014)
*John &amp; Heather Black* (parents of Lexie–class of 2016)
Parents of alumni share the experiences, successes and challenges encountered by their young adults after having left Riverview. Learn strategies they have found helpful and hear about surprises along the way.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>9:45am–3:30pm</small></span>
**Riverview School Alumni &amp; Family Network Reception Area**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree - Lobby</span>
*Dana Allan* – Alumni Parent &amp; Alumni &amp; Family Network Coordinator
Stop by the lobby for conversation, networking and to register for Riverview Connects: the secure online and mobile platform serving our Riverview Alumni and Family Network: <a href="http://www.riverviewschoolalumni.org">www.riverviewschoolalumni.org</a>

**9:45–11:15am BREAK-OUT SESSIONS**

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>9:45–11:15am</small></span>
**“PIE”—Prepare, Initiate, Evolve (FIRST)**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Oyster Harbor Room</span>
*Mike &amp; Susan Weiner*, Alumni Parents
Mike &amp; Susan will share with you their thoughts about how to prepare for your child’s transition, initiate your plan, and how that plan evolves over time. Their son Zachary spent 7 years at Riverview, and continues to thrive now at age 30. Mike is a professional financial advisor and devotes his time exclusively to families who have children with special needs. Susan is the orchestrator of Zack’s life and activities. Together they will share a way forward for you and your child.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>9:45–11:15am</small></span>
**Coming of Age-Turning 18-What You Need to Know in a Nutshell (NEW)(FIRST)**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Cape Cod Rooms 1 &amp; 2</span>
*Frederick M. Misilo, Jr., Esq.*
An overview of the legal and public benefit issues you need to be aware of when a person with an intellectual or developmental disability in your family turns 18, the age of majority.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>9:45-11:15am</small></span>
**Thinking About Housing – (NEW)**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Cape Cod Rooms  3&amp;4</span>
*Cathy Boyle* – Autism Housing Pathways
Cathy will introduce families to the range of public funds available to pay for housing and supportive services (including for those without DDS supports). Some examples are given of how these can be combined with private funds to create housing.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>9:45–11:15am</small></span>
**Health Care Coverage for Adults with Disabilities**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Pleasant Bay</span>
*Amy Weinstock*, Alumni Parent and Riverview Trustee
This presentation will focus on health care coverage for adults with autism and other disabilities. Topics to be discussed include information about: How access and eligibility for private and public insurance benefits change as children transition into adulthood. Keeping adult disabled dependents on a parent’s private insurance past age 26. Strategies for maximizing access to insurance-funded treatments. The information has been developed specifically for families in Massachusetts, but is relevant for residents of other states.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>11:30am–12:30pm</small></span>
**LUNCH**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Ivy &amp; Vyne Rooms</span>

**12:45–2:15pm BREAK-OUT SESSIONS**

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>12:45–2:15pm</small></span>
**Understanding SSI &amp; Medicaid**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Oyster Harbor</span>
*Maedi Tanham Carney, CFP, CWIC*
Government Benefits of SSI/Medicaid will be presented simply and broken down in a language everyone can understand. Attendees will learn what SSI is, who is eligible, and how to apply. We will discuss how much money one receives, how Medicaid is connected, and what happens if one goes to work.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>12:45–2:15pm</small></span>
**Special Needs Planning and Special Needs Trust Administration – (NEW)**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Cape Cod Rooms 1 &amp; 2</span>
*Frederick M. Misilo, Jr., Esq.*
An overview for parents and interested family members about the key objectives of planning a secure legal and financial future for a family member with an intellectual or developmental disability. Also a discussion of who is best suited to serve as trustee and what you can do now to make sure the trust is administered to your wishes.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>12:45–2:15pm</small></span>
**School vs. Work (NEW)**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Cape Cod Rooms 3 &amp; 4</span>
*John McNamara – Halyard Services*
This presentation will focus on learning techniques and addressing challenges in the transition from school to employment.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>2:30–3:45pm</small></span>
**Reactions &amp; Reflections
Current Parents &amp; Riverview Staff Facilitators (NEW)**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Regatta Room</span>
Eavesdrop as a small group of parents share their reactions, thoughts and feelings about the weekend. Using a “fishbowl” format, the group will engage in a facilitated discussion, while audience members listen in. Others in the room will have the opportunity to express themselves and may step forward and enter the conversation at any time. This session promises to be a highly stimulating and valuable information exchange as well as an enjoyable personal experience. A brief networking reception will follow.

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>3:45pm</small></span>
**End of Conference**

<span class="sm-sans-text"><small>4:00pm</small></span>
**Students Arrive**
<span class="md-sans-text">DoubleTree, Lobby</span>
Parents should meet their student in the lobby. The Riverview Campus will be closed promptly at 3:30pm for Spring Break.

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