Online Education Series

A Free Online Educational Seminar

FREE Virtual Session

This event is open to the public!

Information

📅 Date: December 9, 2025

🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

💻 Location: Zoom

💵 Cost: Free – Registration Required

TOPIC

Readiness, Not Rushing: Preparing Your Adult Child for Independent Living

what We'll Cover

  • How to tell when your adult child may be ready for more independence

  • Living options beyond group homes, including supportive roommate models

  • Practical steps families can take now to build daily skills and confidence

Presented by Garret Ackerman

CEO of Homies

Garrett is the founder and CEO of Homies, a California-based regional center life sharing program. Homies connects adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with supportive roommates, creating paths to independence through genuine relationships”

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