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From Support to Success

Guiding Your Adult Child with Special Needs Into the Workforce

FREE Virtual Session

This event is open to the public!

For anyone who wants to learn how to prepare for the future

when someone they love has special needs.

Information

📅 Date: November 12, 2025

🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

💻 Location: Zoom

💵 Cost: Free

Topic Highlights

  • Navigating Career Pathways with Purpose

  • Building Workplace Readiness & Confidence

  • Connecting with Community & Workforce Resources

  • Creating a Roadmap for Long-Term Success

Presented by Diane Strand

Founder of JDS Creative Academy

Diane Strand brings decades of experience in workforce development and special needs advocacy. She has dedicated her career to creating pathways for adults with disabilities to succeed professionally, combining expertise in training, mentorship, and community engagement. Diane’s work has empowered countless individuals to achieve meaningful employment and independence.

What We'll Cover In This Session ...

Navigating Career Pathways with Purpose:

Gain tools to help your adult child identify passions, explore career interests, and pursue meaningful opportunities. Learn how to build a professional résumé, prepare for interviews, and navigate the job search process with confidence and clarity..

Building Workplace Readiness & Confidence

Discover how to nurture essential employment skills — from communication and time management to self-advocacy and professionalism. Empower your adult child to step into the workplace prepared, capable, and proud of their abilities.

Connecting with Community & Workforce Resources:

Explore a network of local programs, training opportunities, and supportive organizations designed to help adults with disabilities thrive. Learn how to leverage partnerships that promote inclusion, growth, and creative career development.

Creating a Roadmap for Long-Term Success:

Develop a personalized plan that supports independence, confidence, and lifelong learning. Learn strategies to set sustainable employment goals that celebrate progress, adaptability, and the joy of achievement.

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