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SUMMARY:HSA USA Free Webinar Curious Conversations
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited!\nJoin us to learn about Curious Conversations. During our time together we will introduce you to the simple to follow conversation guides that you can use to create space for thoughtful dialogue and shared learning. During the webinar we will provide the complete set of 10 conversation guides to all attendees to bring Curious Conversations to your community. \nDate and Time:\nMarch 26\, 2026 at 1:00-2:00pm PST \nWhat are Curious Conversations?\nCurious Conversations bring people with different experiences and perspectives together to discuss topics they might not usually talk about. They provide a safe space to learn with and from one another. Each session will focus on a different HCBS requirement\, using Tri-Counties Regional Center’s HCBS Final Rule: The Animated Series videos to spark conversations. \nWho are Curious Conversations for?\nService providers\, People with intellectual/developmental disabilities\, Family members\, Regional center staff\, and any interested community members. \nFree Resource\nCurious Conversations DIY Conversation Guides — A practical companion to the HCBS Final Rule Animated Series Videos \nThese guides are designed to help you facilitate meaningful discussion about the HCBS Final Rule Animated Series videos — particularly the different perspectives presented and what they reveal about real-world practice. \nEach guide walks you through a step-by-step conversation process\, including: \n• Suggested facilitator language and prompts \n• Prompts to explore both provider and person-centered viewpoints \n• Activity structure and timing \nQuestions? Contact Julie@helensandersonassociates.com \nWe hope to see you! \nBy registering for this webinar\, you agree to receive email communications from Helen Sanderson Associates\, including webinar details and occasional updates\, resources\, and newsletters. You can unsubscribe at any time.
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-free-webinar-curious-conversations/
CATEGORIES:Person Centered Approaches
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LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89622765890
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SUMMARY:Person-Centered Planning~It’s Like Magic!
DESCRIPTION:Learn how simple conversations can transform the person-centered planning process.\nDuring our time together you will be introduced to HSA’s Planning Live facilitator training and the step by step Roadmap Guide used for creating joyful and meaningful person-centered plans. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will:\n\nPractice Guided Conversations\nReview Facilitator Top Tips\nVisit the Planning Live Roadmap\n\nWe hope you will join us! \nFor more information about the upcoming Planning Live facilitator training starting March 26th\, 2026 contact Andrea@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/person-centered-planning-its-like-magic/
CATEGORIES:Person Centered Planning
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/person-centered-planning-its-like-magic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
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SUMMARY:HSA USA Person-Centered Thinking January 27 - February 5\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Person-Centered Thinking training is recommended for everyone involved in supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities\, mental health needs\, and others who use long-term services and supports. Participants will develop skills in person-centered thinking through a series of remote discussions\, applied stories\, and guided exercises. This remote version of Person-Centered Thinking Training will be instructor-led and interactive\, using Zoom videoconferencing. \nThe course includes four (4) 4-hour modules to be held from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm PST on January 27th\, 29th\, February 3rd and 5th\, 2026. Participants must attend all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nDescribe the benefits of person-centered descriptions and one-page descriptions.\nPractice person-centered thinking skills with a partner to create your person-centered description and one-page description.\nApply person-centered thinking practices to make a positive difference in people’s lives.\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? Mental Health\, Aging\, Healthcare\, and Intellectual/Developmental Disability professionals and others are interested in the practical application of person-centered thinking skills. \nREGISTRATION: Advanced registration is required. Class size is limited. Registration will close 1 week before the event. \nCERTIFICATE: To receive a certificate of attendance\, participants must attend all four online sessions of Person-Centered Thinking Training. Continuing Education Units are not issued for this training at this time. To participate in this remote course you will want to make sure you have access to the following: \n\nComputer with reliable internet\nWebcam so you can see and be seen by others\nComputer speaker and microphone (headset or earbuds are recommended)\nAbility to access Zoom.us (videoconferencing app)\n\nFor more information contact kristi@helensandersonassociates.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-person-centered-thinking-january-27-february-5-2026/
CATEGORIES:US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-person-centered-thinking-january-27-february-5-2026/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
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SUMMARY:HSA USA- Making Requests in Compassionate Communication
DESCRIPTION:Ever wish you could share what you really need — and have it be truly understood and create space for exploring how to have your needs met? \nJoin us for Making Requests in Compassionate Communication on December 11 at 1:00pm PST the third webinar in our three-part series exploring the OFNR model (Observation\, Feelings\, Needs\, Requests) from Nonviolent Communication. During this free\, one-hour interactive webinar we’ll explore how to make clear\, compassionate\, and doable requests that help meet your own needs and create space for others’ needs to be heard and considered. \nYou’ll learn what requests are\, how to phrase them in ways that invite collaboration\, and how they can support clarity\, connection\, and understanding – both at work and in your personal life. \nReserve your spot today — it’s free! \nFor more information about how to bring Compassionate Communication to your workspace contact Holly@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-making-requests-in-compassionate-communication/
CATEGORIES:Teams and Leaders,US
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SUMMARY:HSA USA - Identifying ﻿Feelings and Needs in Compassionate Communication
DESCRIPTION:Identifying Feelings and Needs in Compassionate Communication\nTuesday\, November 11 at 1:00pm PST\nThis is the second part in a three-part series exploring the OFNR model (Observation\, Feelings\, Needs\, Requests) from Non-Violent Communication. \nJoin us for a free\, one-hour interactive webinar where we’ll explore recognizing feelings and how they are associated with basic needs that are or are not being met. We will discuss how conflict or misunderstandings can arise because our strategies to meet are needs are not in alignment- NOT our needs. We will learn about how being able to identify the needs your feelings might be associated with can provide you with important information for more clear communication and create space for understanding\, empathy and compassion. \nReserve your spot today — it’s free! \nHave questions? Email us at holly@helensandersonassociates.com.
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-identifying-feelings-and-needs-in-compassionate-communication/
CATEGORIES:Teams and Leaders,US
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LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83019176790
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
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SUMMARY:HSA USA - ﻿The Story I’m Telling Myself - Observations in Compassionate Communication
DESCRIPTION:The Story I’m Telling Myself – Observations in Compassionate Communication\nTuesday\, October 14 at 1:00pm PST\nThis is the first in a three-part series exploring the OFNR model (Observation\, Feelings\, Needs\, Requests) from Non-Violent Communication. \nHow we communicate at work can make or break relationships\, collaboration\, and trust. Sometimes\, it’s not what happened that causes tension\, it’s how we interpret what happened. \nJoin us for a free\, one-hour interactive webinar where we’ll explore how to pause and notice what’s really happening—what we can actually see or hear—without adding judgment or evaluation. As part of Compassionate Communication\, this practice is called making observations. This small but powerful shift can help reduce misunderstandings and support working together with greater clarity\, care\, and compassion. \nIn this session\, you’ll: \n\nLearn the difference between observations and evaluations\, and why it matters for understanding and trust\nExplore how our interpretations can block understanding and connection\nPractice turning evaluations into clear\, grounded observations to support moving forward with care and purpose\nAccess tools and resources to help you apply this learning in everyday conversations\n\nReserve your spot today — it’s free! \nHave questions? Email us at holly@helensandersonassociates.com.
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-the-story-im-telling-myself-observations-in-compassionate-communication/
CATEGORIES:Teams and Leaders,US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T123000
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CREATED:20250617T160824Z
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SUMMARY:Canada- Person-Centred Approaches
DESCRIPTION:Person-Centred Approaches training is recommended for everyone involved in supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities\, mental health needs\, and others who use long term services and supports. Participants will develop skills in person-centered thinking through a series of remote discussions\, applied stories\, and guided exercises. \nThis remote version of Person-Centred Approaches Training will be instructor-led and interactive\, using Zoom videoconferencing. The course includes five (5) 3-hour modules to be held from 12:30-3:30 EST on May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, 2025. Participants must attend all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. \nFacilitator – Barb Swartz-Biscaro \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \nDescribe the benefits of person-centred planning and one-page profiles. \nPractice person-centred thinking skills with a partner to create your own one-page profile for work. \nApply person-centred thinking practices to make a positive difference in people’s lives. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? Mental Health\, Aging\, Healthcare\, and Intellectual/Developmental Disability professionals and others interested in the practical application of person-centred thinking skills. \nThe cost is $175 per person. \nCERTIFICATE: To receive a certificate of attendance\, participants must attend all five online sessions of Person-Centred Approaches Training. \nTo participate in this remote course you will want to make sure you have access to the following: \nComputer with reliable internet \nWebcam so you can see and be seen by others \nComputer speaker and microphone (headset or earbuds are recommended) \nAbility to access Zoom.us (videoconferencing app)
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/canada-person-centred-approaches-2/
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20250911T190434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T205243Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA - Compassion@Work Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen Your Relationships with Compassionate Communication\nHow we speak — and listen — can shape every connection we have\, including the one with ourselves. \nJoin us for a free\, interactive one-hour webinar and discover how Compassionate Communication can transform the way you relate to others (and to yourself). This approach\, also known as Nonviolent Communication\, helps you express yourself with empathy and clarity while truly hearing what others need — all without judgment. \nIn this lively session\, you’ll: \n\nGet to know the OFNR model (Observation\, Feelings\, Needs\, Request) — the heart of Compassionate Communication\nExplore how “the story I tell myself” can block understanding and connection\nLearn how your feelings point to unmet (or met!) needs\nPractice turning awareness of needs into clear\, respectful requests\nAccess resources to continue building your skills\n\nWhether you want to improve conversations at work\, at home\, or with yourself\, this session will give you tools to communicate with purpose\, empathy\, and ease. \nReserve your spot today — it’s free! \nHave questions? Email us at holly@helensandersonassociates.com.
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-compassionwork-webinar/
CATEGORIES:US
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LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83019176790
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
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SUMMARY:HSA USA - Supported Decision-Making Free Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Everyone has the right to make choices about their own life. \nHow can we truly partner with someone to ensure their voice and choice lead the decisions that shape their life? \nSupported Decision-Making (SDM) is a process that supports people in remaining the decision-makers in their own lives\, while having trusted supporters to help them understand options and feel confident in their choices. Choice and decision-making are also core principles of the HCBS Final Rule. \nHSA USA invites you to a free\, 1-hour remote webinar where you’ll: \n\nLearn what Supported Decision-Making looks like in California\nExplore how to honor a person’s current skills and capacities in their decision-making\nAccess practical tools and resources to support ongoing learning in SDM and other decision-making support options\n\nWe hope you’ll join us! \nFor more information contact Holly@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-supported-decision-making-free-webinar/
CATEGORIES:US
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LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83019176790
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20250211T001415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T154942Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA Person-Centered Thinking August 19-28\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Person-Centered Thinking training is recommended for everyone involved in supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities\, mental health needs\, and others who use long-term services and supports. Participants will develop skills in person-centered thinking through a series of remote discussions\, applied stories\, and guided exercises. This remote version of Person-Centered Thinking Training will be instructor-led and interactive\, using Zoom videoconferencing. \nThe course includes four (4) 4-hour modules to be held from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm PST on August 19th\, 21st\, 26th and 28th\, 2025. Participants must attend all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nDescribe the benefits of person-centered descriptions and one-page descriptions.\nPractice person-centered thinking skills with a partner to create your person-centered description and one-page description.\nApply person-centered thinking practices to make a positive difference in people’s lives.\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? Mental Health\, Aging\, Healthcare\, and Intellectual/Developmental Disability professionals and others are interested in the practical application of person-centered thinking skills. \nREGISTRATION: Advanced registration is required. Class size is limited. Registration will close 1 week before the event. \nCERTIFICATE: To receive a certificate of attendance\, participants must attend all four online sessions of Person-Centered Thinking Training. Continuing Education Units are not issued for this training at this time. To participate in this remote course you will want to make sure you have access to the following: \n\nComputer with reliable internet\nWebcam so you can see and be seen by others\nComputer speaker and microphone (headset or earbuds are recommended)\nAbility to access Zoom.us (videoconferencing app)\n\nFor more information contact kristi@helensandersonassociates.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-person-centered-thinking-august-19-28-2025/
CATEGORIES:US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-person-centered-thinking-august-19-28-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20250520T175256Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA - Introduction to Compassionate Communication
DESCRIPTION:HSA USA is hosting an introduction to Compassionate Communication – how speaking and listening without judgement can transform workplace conversations webinar. \n\nDo you wish you could say what’s on your mind and be truly heard?\nDo you want to have conversations that matter with your colleagues?\nDo you want to be more competent and resilient when conversations are challenging?\n\nIn this hour you will: \n\nBe introduced to the OFNR (Observation\, Feelings\, Needs\, Request) process of Compassionate Communication\nThink about how ‘the story I tell myself’ gets in the way of empathy for ourselves and others\nExplore how our feelings point us to what needs have been met or unmet\nConsider how being clearer about our needs enables us to ask for what we need in a way that connects with colleagues\nBe introduced to further resources to find out more\n\nCompassionate Communication is also known as Nonviolent Communication developed by Marshall Rosenberg. \nFor more information contact Holly@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-introduction-to-compassionate-communication-2/
CATEGORIES:Teams and Leaders,US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-introduction-to-compassionate-communication-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20250328T181220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T181842Z
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SUMMARY:Canada- Person-centred approaches
DESCRIPTION:Person-Centred Approaches training is recommended for everyone involved in supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities\, mental health needs\, and others who use long term services and supports. Participants will develop skills in person-centered thinking through a series of remote discussions\, applied stories\, and guided exercises. \nThis remote version of Person-Centred Approaches Training will be instructor-led and interactive\, using Zoom videoconferencing. The course includes five (5) 3-hour modules to be held from 12:30-3:30 EST on May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, 2025. Participants must attend all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. \nFacilitator – Barb Swartz-Biscaro \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \nDescribe the benefits of person-centred planning and one-page profiles. \nPractice person-centred thinking skills with a partner to create your own one-page profile for work. \nApply person-centred thinking practices to make a positive difference in people’s lives. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? Mental Health\, Aging\, Healthcare\, and Intellectual/Developmental Disability professionals and others interested in the practical application of person-centred thinking skills. \nThe cost is $175 per person.
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/canada-person-centred-approaches/
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20250323T203459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T203551Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA Free Webinar: How to support people to find jobs they want in a person-centered way.
DESCRIPTION:Join us! \nWe are excite to spend time with you exploring how to support people to find the jobs that want in a person-centered way. \nDuring our time together we will practice how learning about a person’s gifts\, skills and talents can be a powerful strategy when supporting someone to find work that they love. \nJoin us for this interactive FREE webinar where you’ll learn about how to gather important information about a person that can truly be a guide in identifying opportunities for fulfilling employment. \nDate: March 26\, 2025 \nTime: 1:00 pm PST \nWhere: Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89622765890 \nThis session is perfect for anyone curious about how person-centered practices can be used to help people find employment opportunities. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nFor more information reach out to Julie@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-free-webinar-how-to-support-people-to-find-jobs-they-want-in-a-person-centered-way/
CATEGORIES:Person Centered Approaches,US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-free-webinar-how-to-support-people-to-find-jobs-they-want-in-a-person-centered-way/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20250218T033211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T033212Z
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Person-Centered Conversations for Better Plans and Meaningful IPPs
DESCRIPTION:Are you finding it challenging to navigate the new IPP and gather the right information using person-centered practices? \nJoin us for this interactive FREE webinar where you’ll learn how to structure conversations that lead to stronger\, more meaningful plans. We’ll introduce Person-Centered Planning and share practical strategies to guide discussions that truly support individuals—making the process smoother\, more effective\, and even fun! \nDate: February 26\, 2025 \nTime: 1:00 – 2:00 pm PST \nWhere: Zoom  \nThis session is perfect for anyone curious about how person-centered practices can complement the planning process and is looking to improve their approach to planning. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills and make IPPs more impactful! \nFor more information reach out to Andrea@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/free-webinar-person-centered-conversations-for-better-plans-and-meaningful-ipps/
CATEGORIES:Person Centered Approaches
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/free-webinar-person-centered-conversations-for-better-plans-and-meaningful-ipps/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
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SUMMARY:HSA USA Community Connecting January 27th - March 10th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Community Connecting! \nSix 3-hour sessions to explore HCBS Requirement #1: Access to Community and learn ways to think creatively about people being engaged in their community and how to make it happen. \nTopics to be covered: \nJanuary 27: Community and Belonging\nFebruary 3: Celebrating Who a Person Is\nFebruary 10: Discovering a Person’s Gifts and Capacities\nFebruary 24: Making a Contribution Within Your Community\nMarch 3: Finding the Best Fit\nMarch 10: Sustaining Best Practices  \nWhat is Community Connecting? Community Connecting is centered on fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging people to engage meaningfully within their community. Community Connecting training offers opportunities to discover the connections people seek within their community\, and then creatively identify ways to make those connections happen. These sessions prompt thinking about what else people might do to build resilient networks of support that are not reliant on a service-customer relationship\, supporting HCBS Requirement #1: Access to Community. \nWhat will we do together? In these interactive sessions\, you will be provided with practical tools to use when seeking community connections with people you support\, practice using the tools with your peers\, and develop an action plan to take back to your own communities. During this program participants will: \n\nLearn how to explore the persons gifts\, interests and passions in the community context\nExplore ways to identify what is available in communities\nLearn how to match the person to the available options\nPractice evaluation tools and explore ways to increase the chances of successful and sustainable connections\n\nHow Community Connecting will help people thrive: \n\nSupports people to build resilient networks of support that are outside the traditional framework of services\nEnables people to build authentic\, human connections that matter to them\nReduces the risk of loneliness\nIncreases a person’s sense of agency\, personhood and self\nIdentifies opportunities to contribute\, increasing feelings of self-esteem and wellbeing\n\nWho is this training for? Community Connecting training is recommended for service providers\, people with intellectual/developmental disabilities\, family members\, regional center staff\, and any interested community members. \nHow it works: This Community Connecting series will meet via Zoom for all six modules. Participants must attend all sessions to receive a certificate of completion. \nTo participate in this remote Modules of this course you will want to make sure you have access to the following: \n\nComputer with reliable internet\nWebcam so you can see and be seen by others\nComputer speaker and microphone (headset or earbuds are recommended)\nAbility to access Zoom.us (videoconferencing app)\n\nCommunity Connecting has been developed and compiled by Helen Sanderson Associates and has drawn on information from John O’Brien\, Beth Mount\, The Learning Community for Person Centered Practices\, Patsy Davies\, Claudia Bolton\, and Martin Seligman. \nIf you have questions contact Holly@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-community-connecting-january-27th-march-10th-2025/
CATEGORIES:US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-community-connecting-january-27th-march-10th-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20241122T201302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T171954Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA Free Webinar - Work Histories: How the past can inform the present and future.
DESCRIPTION:Did you know the average person spends over 2\,000 hours at work each year? \nIn that time\, we gain a wealth of knowledge and experience. But how often do we reflect on how this can and does shape our current and future work choices\, approach to leadership\, office culture and career development? \nJoin us for an insightful webinar where we’ll explore the power of understanding your Work History. Introducing you to one of the many ways HSA’s Leadership Development program is supporting people to better understand what it means to bring your whole self to work and why that is important. \nTogether\, we will take a look at how your past work experiences can help you show up with  intention\, build stronger connections with your team\, and support your ongoing professional growth. \nWhether you’re aiming to strengthen your leadership\, improve team dynamics\, or align your career with your personal goals\, this webinar can provide a launching point to reflect\, connect\, and grow! \nTo learn more about HSA’s Leadership Development program contact Alyssa@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-free-webinar-work-histories-how-the-past-can-inform-the-present-and-future/
CATEGORIES:Teams and Leaders,US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-free-webinar-work-histories-how-the-past-can-inform-the-present-and-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20241017T002608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T203050Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA- Community Connecting Free Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how you can support someone to become more involved in their community\, engaged in more of the activities they like doing and be around people who like the same things as them? \nThat is what Community Connecting is all about. We learn how to put some of the different person-centered approaches into action to get to know someone better and then discover places in their community where they can make meaningful contributions. \nHSA USA is excited to invite you to join us for a free 1-hour remote webinar to experience Community Connecting first hand as we explore how the person-centered tool Prescence to Contribution\, informed by other person-centered tools\, can help create a clear path for connection for a person. \nYou can learn more about the Community Connecting program by clicking here. \nIf you have any questions please feel free to contact Julie@helensandersonassociates.com 
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-community-connecting-free-webinar/
CATEGORIES:US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-community-connecting-free-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20241002T183211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T183601Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA- Making Planning FUN!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE webinar with our Planning Live trainers and facilitators to learn about practical\, creative\, person-centered\, and fun ways to come together and create a person’s “plan”. \nPlanning can be a time to celebrate\, acknowledge and inspire! \nWe hope you will join us to learn about how you can make the planning process a PARTY! \nWHEN:\nOctober 7th\, 2024\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm PST Via ZOOM \nLink will be emailed to you when you register. \nIf you have any questions about Planning Live and Planning for a Good Life Training programs please contact Kristi@helensandersonassociates.com
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-making-planning-fun/
CATEGORIES:Person Centered Planning,US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-making-planning-fun/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240903T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240903T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20240822T222621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T003929Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA - Introduction to Compassionate Communication
DESCRIPTION:HSA USA is hosting an introduction to Compassionate Communication – how speaking and listening without judgement can transform workplace conversations webinar. \n\nDo you wish you could say what’s on your mind and be truly heard?\nDo you want to have conversations that matter with your colleagues?\nDo you want to be more competent and resilient when conversations are challenging?\n\nIn this hour you will: \n\nBe introduced to the OFNR (Observation\, Feelings\, Needs\, Request) process of Compassionate Communication\nThink about how ‘the story I tell myself’ gets in the way of empathy for ourselves and others\nExplore how our feelings point us to what needs have been met or unmet\nConsider how being clearer about our needs enables us to ask for what we need in a way that connects with colleagues\nBe introduced to further resources to find out more\n\nCompassionate Communication is also known as Nonviolent Communication developed by Marshall Rosenberg.
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-introduction-to-compassionate-communication/
CATEGORIES:Teams and Leaders,US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-introduction-to-compassionate-communication/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T070221
CREATED:20250612T190257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T190257Z
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SUMMARY:HSA USA- Community Connecting Free Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how you can support someone to become more involved in their community\, engaged in more of the activities they like doing and be around people who like the same things as them? \nThat is what Community Connecting is all about. We learn how to put some of the different person-centered approaches into action to get to know someone better and then discover places in their community where they can make meaningful contributions. \nHSA USA is excited to invite you to join us for a free 1-hour remote webinar to experience Community Connecting first hand as we explore how the person-centered tool Prescence to Contribution\, informed by other person-centered tools\, can help create a clear path for connection for a person. \nYou can learn more about the Community Connecting program by clicking here. \nIf you have any questions please feel free to contact Julie@helensandersonassociates.com 
URL:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-community-connecting-free-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:US
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LOCATION:https://www.helensandersonassociates.com/event/hsa-usa-community-connecting-free-webinar-2/
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