Transition Times Virtual Info Sessions

Transition Times Virtual Info Sessions

Transition Times is a monthly virtual information session for families and caregivers of individuals with developmental differences who are transitioning to adult life.  The program offers information on services and resources available in the community that are useful to transitioning youth and their families. Sessions are generally held via Zoom on Wednesdays, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM, once a month.


Wednesday, October 25, 2023 — Modernizing Personal Supports for the Life YOU Want

Presented by Andrea Vincent, District Manager, SafeinHome

There is a greater demand for innovative support than ever before.  Not only are there staffing shortages, but we now realize that over-supporting a person is detrimental to their personal growth, social health, and their quality of life. With Remote Supports (24/7 access to support from a remote location), we use the type of technology most people use every day (like Facetime, Zoom, or even virtual education) to provide accessible and person-centered support, regardless of location. This technology-based support combined with traditional support provides greater autonomy and allows individuals to control the type and frequency of support they want and need… on their terms… in their own voice. TOGETHER, we can look beyond what isn’t working and modernize support.

To register for this Zoom webinar, please click HERE.


September 27, 2023 — Establishing and Managing Trusts for Individuals with Disabilities

Presented by Michelle Hughes, Senior Private Client Advisor, and Debbie Zane, Senior Trust Officer, Sandy Spring Trust

Recording coming soon…


June 21, 2023 — Long-Term Planning: What Do We Do & Where Do We Start?

Presented by Maedi Tanham Carney, Founder & Executive Director of Integrated Living Opportunities.

Click HERE to view the recording of the presentation, with simultaneous ASL interpretation.
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

May 31, 2023 — Residential Opportunities in Montgomery County

Presented by Rebecca Grayson, MSW, Resident Counselor III, Resident Services, and Coordinator, Services for Persons with Disabilities, HOC.

Click HERE To View The Recording Of The Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.

April 26, 2023 — Tips for Living and Thriving on Your Own: A Self-Advocates Panel

Presented by a Self-Advocate Panelist featuring Danielle Bustos from Independence Now and is a special collaboration with the Transition Work Group in Montgomery County.

Click HERE To View The Recording Of The Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.

March 29, 2023 — The Benefits of Self-Directed Services– A Parent Panel

Presented by a Parent Panelist. This was a special collaboration with Down Syndrome Network of Montgomery County (DSNMC).

Click HERE To View The Recording Of The Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.

February 25, 2023 — How Respite Care Can Benefit Your Family

Presented by Julia Abate, Respite Administrator, Respite Coordination, The Arc Montgomery County.

Click HERE to View The Recording Of The Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

January 25, 2023 — The Developmental Disabilities Administration’s Coordinator of Community Services: A Member of Your Team

Presented by Carol Bowman, Director, Coordination of Community Services, Maryland DDA; and Rosemary DiPietro, Coordination of Community Services, Montgomery County Department of Health & Human Services.

Click HERE To View The Recording Of The Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

December 7, 2022 — Part 2: Social Security Disability and Work: Never Work Without a Net

Presented by Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC

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Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.
Click HERE To View Additional Questions About SSI/SSDI.

November 30, 2022 — Part 1: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Work: How to Go to Work, Keep SSI, and Medical Assistance…And Live to Tell About It

Presented by Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC

Click HERE To View The Recording Of The Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.
Click HERE To View Additional Documentation.

October 19, 2022 — Transition Planning – the Transition Years

Presented by Tom Walsh JD, ChSNCTM, Financial Advisor at Walsh Wealth Strategies

Click HERE to View The Recording Of This Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.
Click HERE to View the Presentation Outline.

September 28, 2022 — Introduction to Chute Connect

Presented by David Purvis, Chute Founding Partner and Mark Albus, Chute Founding Partner

Click HERE to View The Recording Of This Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.
Click HERE to View the Presentation Outline.

June 8, 2022 — Maryland  Inclusive Housing Corporation (MIH) Updates and the Changing Look of Residential & Supported Living Services in Maryland for People with IDD

 Presented by Sharonda Huffman, Director of Housing, MIH.

Click HERE To View The Recordings Of This Presentation, with Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

May 18, 2022 — Self-Directed Services

Presented by Tia Henry, Self-Directed Services Lead, Southern Maryland Regional Office, DDA .

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Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

April 13, 2022 — Montgomery College, Developmental Education/Workforce Access Program

Presented by Karla Nabors, Program Director for Developmental Education/Workforce Access .

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Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

March 9, 2022 — How to Access Mental Health Services Across the Lifespan

Presented by Shawn Lattanzio, Program Manager II, Child & Adolescent Coordinator with Montgomery County Local Behavioral Health Authority

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Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

February 9, 2022 — TerpsEXCEED: University of Maryland’s Inclusive Program for Students with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Presented by Meredith Gramlich, Senior Faculty Specialist, Center for Transition and Career Innovation

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Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

January 12, 2022 — ABLE Accounts: A Financial Planning Tool for People with Disabilities and their Families

Presented by Kelly Nelson, Maryland ABLE Outreach & Communications Manager and Lily Nelson, Maryland ABLE account holder

Click HERE To View The Recording Of This Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.
Click HERE To View Additional Questions about ABLE Accounts

December 8, 2021 — Golden Opportunities for Helping Our Family Members and Friends with Disabilities along Their Life and Career Journey

Presented by Dr. George Tilson, Tilson & Diaz Solutions, Inc.

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Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

November 3, 2021–Social Security: Applying for SSI/SSDI Benefits

Presented By Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC.

Click HERE To View the Recording Of This Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.
Click HERE To View SSI/SSDI Comparison Document.
Click HERE To View Additional Questions About SSI/SSDI.

October 27, 2021–Montgomery County Public Schools TIPS Adult Services 2021-2022

Presented by Margie Parrott, Instructional Specialist, Nicole Sheppard, Transitioning Youth Coordinator & Provider Agency Presentations
Click HERE to View The Recording Of This Presentation.
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.
Click HERE To View TIPS Adult Services Handouts

June 23, 2021–Using Medicaid (Medical Assistance) to Qualify Your Transition-Aged Youth for Adult Disability Services

Presented By Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC.
Click HERE To View The Recording Of This Presentation, With Simultaneous ASL Interpretation.
Click HERE To View The Presentation Outline.

May 26, 2021 — New Ways of Having Fun: A Panel Presentation on Recreation Options in Maryland

Presented by Jared Ciner, Spirit Club; Jennene Blakely, Montgomery Parks; Sharon Norcio, Montgomery County Recreation; Jenn Lynn, Upcounty Community Resources; Leah Robinson, ArtStream; and Melissa Wyman, Potomac Community Resources, Inc.
Click HERE to view the recording of this presentation, with simultaneous ASL interpretation.

April 28, 2021 — Disability Rights Maryland: Who We Are & What We Do

Presented by Megan Rusciano, Co-Managing Attorney.  DRM promotes the legal rights of people with disabilities.
Click HERE to view the recording of this presentation, with simultaneous ASL interpretation.
Click HERE to view the presentation outline.

March 24, 2021–MCPS Transition Services in Middle & High School

Featuring Montgomery County Public Schools Professionals Margie Parrott, Instructional Specialist, and Diane T. Flood, Middle School Liaison
Click HERE to view the recording of this presentation, with simultaneous ASL interpretation.
Click HERE to view the presentation outline.

February 24, 2021-– Maryland Inclusive Housing Corporation (MIH), and the Changing Look of Residential and Supported Living Services in Maryland for People with I/DD

Presented by Tim Wiens, Executive Director, MIH.
Click HERE to view the recording of this presentation, with simultaneous ASL interpretation.
Click HERE to view the presentation outline.

May 24, 2023 — Public Options for Housing Opportunities

Learn about the Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC) of Montgomery County. This webinar will be presented by Rebecca Grayson, MSW, Resident Counselor III, Resident Services.

Click HERE to register.


January 27, 2021— Know Your Feelings: Creative Ideas for Expressing Your Feelings

A presentation on tools and resources to effectively manage your feelings during challenging times, led by Jonathan Rhoads, LCSW-C.
Click HERE to view the recording of this presentation, with simultaneous ASL interpretation.
Click HERE to view the presentation outline.
Click HERE to view the associated documents.

November 5, 2020– Simplifying Life with Technology

A presentation by assistive technology specialist Joan Green, M.A., CCC-SLPon how to get more out of your devices to help with social connection, independence, and having fun. To view the presentation outline, please click HERE.


May 22, 2020– Guardianship and Its Alternatives

Legal guardianship and alternatives to guardianship are topics of great interest to our families. To view the video presentation by attorney Ellen A. Callegary, please click HERE. And to view a follow-up Q & A session, please click HERE.


February 12, 2020– An Update from DDA

Please click HERE to view an outline of the presentation by DDA officials Nick Burton, Patricia Sastoque, and Rhonda Workman about DDA-funded services and programs for Maryland children and adults with intellectual disabilities/developmental differences.

Sesiones de información de Transition Times

Transition Times (Tiempos de transición) es una sesión de información virtual mensual para familias y cuidadores de personas que tienen diferencias en el desarrollo y están en la transición a la vida adulta.  El programa brinda información sobre los servicios y recursos disponibles en la comunidad que son útiles para los jóvenes en transición y sus familias.

Para recibir correos electrónicos sobre Transition Times, por favor contacte Melissa Wyman de PCR:  mwyman@pcr-inc.org


21 de Junio de 2023- Planificación a largo plazo

Presented by Maedi Tanham Carney, Founder & Executive Director of Integrated Living Opportunities.

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31 de Mayo de 2023- Oportunidades residenciales en Montgomery County

Presented by Rebecca Grayson, MSW, Resident Counselor III, Resident Services, and Coordinator, Services for Persons with Disabilities, HOC.

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26 de Abril de 2023- Panel de defensores de sí mismos

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29 de Marzo de 2023- Panel de padres

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22 de Febrero de 2023- Coordinación de Relevo

Presentado por Julia Abate, Respite Administrator, Respite Coordination, The Arc Montgomery County.

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25 de Enero de 2023- Coordinación de Los Servicios Comunitarios: un Miembro de su Equipo

Presentado por Carol Bowman, Director, Coordination of Community Services, Maryland DDA; and Rosemary DiPietro, Coordination of Community Services, Montgomery County Department of Health & Human Services.

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7 de Diciembre de 2022- Beneficios del Seguro Social Por Discapacidad Y Trabajo

Presentado por Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC.

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Para ver preguntas adicionales sobre SSI/SSDI, haga clic AQUÍ.

30 de Noviembre de 2022-Seguridad de Ingreso Suplementario (SSI) Y Trabajo

Presentado por Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC.

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19 de Octubre de 2022- Planificación Para Familias con Necesidades Especiales*

Presentado por Tom Walsh, Walsh Wealth Strategies

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28 de Septiembre de 2022- Introducción a Chute Connectar

Presentado por David Purvis y Mark Albus, Chute Founding Partners

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8 de Junio de 2022– Corporación de Vivienda Inclusiva de Maryland (Maryland Inclusive Housing Corporation, MIH) y Cambio de Aspecto de los Servicios Residenciales y de Asistencia para la Vida Diaria en Maryland para las personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo.

Presentado por Sharonda Huffman, Director of Housing, MIH.  

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18 de Mayo de 2022- Administración de Discapacidades en el Desarrollo (Developmental Disabilities Administration, DDA): Modelo de prestación de servicios autodirigidos

Presentado Por: Tia Henry, Self-Directed Services Lead, Southern Maryland Regional Office, DDA .

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13 de Abril de 2022- Montgomery College, Educación para el Desarrollo y Acceso a la Fuerza de Trabajo

Presentado por: Karla Nabors, Program Director for Developmental Education/Workforce Access .

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9 de marzo de 2022- Cómo acceder a servicios de salud mental durante toda la vida

Presentado por: Shawn Lattanzio, Program Manager II, Child & Adolescent Coordinator with Montgomery County Local Behavioral Health Authority

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9 de Febrero de 2022- Educación superior para estudiantes con discapacidad intelectual: 
Universidad de Maryland, College Park

Presentado Por Meredith Gramlich, Senior Faculty Specialist, Center for Transition and Career Innovation

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12 de enero de 2022 – Cómo las Cuentas “ABLE de Maryland” Pueden Ayudar a las Personas con Discapacidades y Sus Familias

Presentado Por Kelly Nelson, Maryland ABLE Outreach & Communications Manager and Lily Nelson, Maryland ABLE account holder

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8 de diciembre de 2021Excelentes Oportunidades Para Ayudar a Nuestros Familiares y Amigos Con Discapacidades a Través de su Vida Personal y Profesional

Presentado por Dr. George Tilson, Tilson & Diaz Solutions, Inc.

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3 de noviembre de 2021 – Seguro Social:  Qué son SSI y SSDI y cómo presentar una solicitud de SSI y SSDI

Presentado por Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC.

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Para ver una comparación de SSI/SSDI, haga clic AQUÍ.        
Para ver preguntas adicionales sobre SSI/SSDI, haga clic AQUÍ.


27 de octubre de 2021 – Información sobre la transición para padres y estudiantes

Presentado por Margie Parrott, Instructional Specialist, Montgomery County Public Schools, y Nicole Sheppard, Transitioning Youth Coordinator, DDA, y representantes de organismos proveedores del DDA.

Para ver los folletos de la presentación, haga clic en los siguientes enlaces. 
Organismos Proveedores del DDAGlosario de términos para jóvenes en transiciónCronología de la juventud en transición       
Hoja informativa de Montgomery County PublicPreguntas sugeridas para los proveedoresServicios diurnos
Coordinadores del servicio comunitario (CCS)Hoja informative de DDALista de espera      
Cómo elijo una agencia coodinadora de servicios comunitarios?La Administración de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Maryland (DDA)

23 de junio de 2021 – Uso de Medicaid (Asistencia Médica) para que su joven en edad de transicíon califique para servicios de discapacidad para adultos

Presentado por Michael Dalto, High Note Consulting, LLC.

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26 de mayo de 2021 – Nuevas Formas de Divertirse: Una Presentación Sobre Opciones de Recreación en Maryland Presentado por Jared Ciner, Spirit Club; Jennene Blakely, Montgomery Parks; Sharon Norcio, Montgomery County Recreation; Jenn Lynn, Upcounty Community Resources; Leah Robinson, ArtStream; y Melissa Wyman, Potomac Community Resources, Inc

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28 de abril de 2021 – Disability Rights Maryland: Quiénes somos y qué hacemos
Presentado por Megan Rusciano, Abogada gerente.  DRM promueve los derechos legales de las personas con discapacidades.

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24 de marzo de 2021 – Una introducción a los servicios de transición de la escuela de enseñanza media a la escuela secundaria y después

Presentado por Montgomery County Public Schools Professionals Margie Parrott, Instructional Specialist, y Diane T. Flood, Middle School Liaison

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24 de febrero de 2021– Corporación de Vivienda Inclusiva de Maryland (Maryland Inclusive Housing Corporation, MIH) y Cambio de Aspecto de los Servicios Residenciales y de Asistencia para la Vida Diaria en Maryland para las personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo.

Presentado por Tim Wiens, Executive Director, MIH.

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27 de enero de 2021–Conoce tus sentimientos: Ideas creativas para expresar tus sentimientos

Presentación sobre herramientas y recursos para gestionar eficazmente tus sentimientos durante los tiempos difíciles, dirigida por Jonathan Rhoads, Licenciado Certificado en Trabajo Social Clínico (Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Certified, LCSW-C).

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To receive information for Transition Times, please contact Melissa Wyman at mwyman@pcr-inc.org.