Who is Advocates in Action? - Part 1
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On this first episode of Beyond Barriers, we talked with Advocates in Action Rhode Island. Who are they? What do they do? We talk about their upcoming two-day 2024 Self-Advocacy Conference on May 9 and 10, 2024, what to expect, and more. Enjoy!
Learn more about the conference and how to register on their website at: https://www.advocatesinaction.org/2024SAConf.php
Advocates in Action Website: https://www.advocatesinaction.org/index.php
Do you have a question or a future topic for the show? Email unstoppablefutures@ripin.org
To learn more about RIPIN and how they can help you visit https://ripin.org
About RIPIN Founded in 1991, RIPIN is a statewide, 501(c)(3), charitable, nonprofit organization that helps any Rhode Islander, from infants to seniors, access and navigate special education and healthcare systems. RIPIN uses a Peer Professional model—75% of our staff care for a loved one with a special health or education need. RIPIN offers support via a live answer call center, peer-to-peer care management services, Early Intervention parent consultants, a curriculum of workshops on healthcare and special education topics, leadership training for parents, and much more. RIPIN is the federally-designated Parent Training and Information Center (PTIC) for the state of Rhode Island; the official ombudsman for people with Medicare and Medicaid; a Cedar Family Center and the Rhode Island state affiliate of Family Voices, providing support for children with special healthcare needs and their families.
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