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Newsletter Guide

Website Announcement

January Lunch & Learn: The Intersection of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

2023 Lunch & Learn Schedule

Communication Training Series

• Successful Written Communication

• Constructive Conversations

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New Year, New Look! Check Out Our Updated Website

The Level Up Indiana team has been working hard for weeks to update the website for 2023. Now, we are ready to unveil our new look! We have enhanced, streamlined, and reorganized our pages. We hope these updates will make it easier to sign up for trainings, connect with a coach, and explore our resource library. All our expert trainings, best practices, and practical advice are still available on the website. 

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Join the January Lunch & Learn

Friday, January 27th 11:00am-12:00pm ET

The Intersection of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

People with intellectual/developmental disabilities experience obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) equal to or more than people without disabilities. OCD can significantly affect someone’s quality of life. In our January Lunch & Learn, we will explore how OCD and related disorders can affect people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Some related disorders include body dysmorphic disorder and hoarding disorder.

Join us in January to learn about:

• What obsessions and compulsions are most common

• How OCD can affect individuals across the lifespan

• Similarities and differences between OCD and autism

2023 Lunch & Learn Schedule

Register in advance for this year’s lunch and learns.

• The Intersection of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities - Jan. 27th from 11am-Noon ET

• The Intersection of Bipolar Disorder & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities - Feb. 24th from 11am-Noon ET

• The Intersection of Domestic Violence & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities - Mar. 31st from 11am-Noon ET

• The Intersection of Personality Disorders & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities - Apr. 28th from 11am-Noon ET

• The Intersection of Schizophrenia, Psychosis, & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities - May 19th from 11am-Noon ET

• A Trauma-Informed Accessibility Approach & How It Can Help Everyone - Jun. 23rd from 11am-Noon ET

We welcome you to visit our website and sign up for future Lunch and Learns! The 2023 schedule and sign-up links can be found on our Sign-Up page.

The Communication Training Series Continues!

Successful Written Communication

Friday, Feb. 3rd from 11:00 am -12:00pm ET

Mastering written communication is essential for all employment professionals. This webinar discusses approaches and formats for progress reports, emails, texting, and case notes. Presenters Steve Upchurch and Terry Donovan will also provide tips for successful written communication - even in a rush!

Constructive Conversations

Friday, Feb. 17th from 11:00am -12:00pm ET

Creating engaging and collaborative conversations can be challenging whether it is in-person, over a video conference, or on the phone. Our final webinar in the communication series focuses on:

• Identifying when each communication approach is most effective

• Using constructive conversation strategies

• Self-reflection and identifying a personal growth area

• Creating an action plan with your goal partner to improve communication