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SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n6/5 and 6/11 Registration  \nDay 1: June 5\, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EDT\nDay 2: June 11\, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EDT
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-68/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n6/20 and 6/26 Registration \nDay 1: June 20\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT\nDay 2: June 26\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-67/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T120000
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SUMMARY:SRV Reading Circle: Dissonance: Valued Roles and Negative Stereotypes
DESCRIPTION:SRV Reading Circle\nDissonance: Valued Roles and Negative Stereotypes\nEach year the SRV Leadership Group and the Keystone Institute host a series of short study sessions aimed at examining the principles of Social Role Valorization in an informal and relaxed learning format. The 2024 series will take the form of a reading circle\, exploring print media\, books\, and articles. Each session will focus on a selected reading which participants will be provided with and have time to read beforehand. We will meet for lively discussion and deep analysis of the material through an SRV lens. \nWe hope you can join the Keystone Institute for the second Reading Circle Session entitled\, “Dissonance: Valued Roles and Negative Stereotypes.” Shane Burcaw is an author\, blogger\, and entrepreneur who tackles assumptions and perceptions of others in his collection of essays\, Strangers Assume My Girlfriend Is My Nurse\, and the Time Person of the Week podcast interview with Eddie Ndopu illuminates assumptions about ability and excellence. This event will explore the themes of Role Expectancy and the Developmental Model through the podcast and select excerpts from this book. \nAs part of the Reading Circle\, we will provide you with Shane Burcaw’s book and the link to the podcast\, give you ample time to read and listen\, and then gather for an enriching discussion on the book and podcast\, specifically focusing on the SRV themes. Join the facilitators Stacy Buchmann\, Victoria Hoshower\, and Courtney Wagner for this participatory learning event. \nDue to the in-depth exploration of SRV topics and themes\, prior attendance to a full 3- or 4-day in-person workshop or 32-hour online workshop is necessary to attend this study session. \nRegister
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/srv-reading-circle-dissonance-valued-roles-and-negative-stereotypes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T123000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n7/17 and 7/23 Registration \nDay 1: July 17\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT\nDay 2: July 23\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-73/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20240513T191709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T191709Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n8/14 and 8/20 Registration \nDay 1: August 14\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT\nDay 2: August 20\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-74/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T133000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
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SUMMARY:SRV Refresher Course
DESCRIPTION:  \nSRV Refresher Course\nHaven’t been to SRV for a while and are looking for a refresher course? Join us as we review the themes of Social Role Valorization and discuss how we have used these ideas over our years of serving others. A series of short presentations will be followed by chances to illustrate\, discuss\, and share ideas and struggles. Join us to learn about the several new themes of SRV\, sharpen your grasp of the principles\, recommit to using and teaching the ideas\, and do it all in a relaxed atmosphere. \nPrior attendance at a 3- or 4-day Introduction to Social Role Valorization workshop is required to register for this event. \nThis workshop will take place virtually on Zoom. You will receive a Zoom link in the confirmation email close to the date of the workshop. \n8/28 and 8/29 Registration \nDay 1 August 28\, 2024 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EDT\nDay 2 August 29\, 2024 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EDT
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/srv-refresher-course-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
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SUMMARY:Distance Introduction to Social Role Valorization
DESCRIPTION:Distance Introduction to Social Role Valorization\nThe Introduction to Social Role Valorization is an intensive workshop which presents the idea of assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. Social Role Valorization is a comprehensive theory which provides insights as to why certain groups of people become devalued in society\, what life experiences are likely to befall people once they have become devalued in the eyes of others\, why valued social roles are a powerful response in combatting the negative life experiences\, and ten essential themes which can guide implementers in pursuing valued social roles by\, with\, and for those practitioners desire to serve. \nThis foundational material is essential to those wishing to serve others in meaningful ways\, and who are impassioned to make a difference in the lives of others. Many participants experience the learning within this event as the most helpful\, inspiring\, and clarifying body of knowledge they have been exposed to in their professional development\, and it assists in long-term understanding and focus on being of service to others in ways that matter. \nThe workshop includes pre-recorded as well as live presentations\, small and large group live reflection and discussion\, online forums and resource materials. Participants should be prepared for significant presentations. \nCourse Schedule: \nWeek 1\nDay 1:  Monday September 9\, 2024:  9:00 am to 12:45 pm Live session with 2 additional hours of independent assignments\nDay 2:  Tuesday September 10\, 2024:  10:00 am to 2:15 pm with 30 additional minutes of independent assignments\nDay 3:  Wednesday September 11\, 2024:  10:00 am to 4:15 pm A combination of live session and independent assignments \nWeek 2\nDay 4:  Monday September 16\, 2024:  3 hours of independent assignments prior to logging on for the live session from 12:00 pm to 3:15 pm\nDay 5:  Tuesday September 17\, 2024:  9:00 am to 2:30 pm Live session with 1-hour independent assignments\nDay 6:  Wednesday September 18\, 2024:  9:00 am to 4:00 pm A combination of live sessions and independent assignments \n*This course will take place entirely online.  Participants must attend every session in order to receive credit for the workshop.* \nRegister
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/distance-introduction-to-social-role-valorization-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T170000
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SUMMARY:Best Part of Me Retreat
DESCRIPTION:  \nBest Part of Me Retreat\n \nThis retreat constitutes one of a series of four two-day retreats. Participants of this reflective retreat are welcome and encouraged to spend the night at the center. The retreat series may be attended individually or as part of a sequential set. \nIn the Best Part of Me\, we will ask “What are the best parts of ourselves which we can bring to the work we do?” We are each unique individuals who bring gifts\, talents\, and interests to the work we do. How do these influence the work we do and what can we draw upon to make our service to others more meaningful and impactful? \nDeep in the discussions comes the principle that personal values are the basis for professional values. \nAll meals are provided during the retreat. \n9/24 and 9/25 Registration \nDay 1 September 24\, 2024 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EDT\nDay 2 September 25\, 2024 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EDT
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/best-part-of-me-retreat/
LOCATION:Temenos Retreat House\, 1564 Telegraph Road\, West Chester\, PA\, 19382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T123000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n10/2 and 10/8 Registration \nDay 1: October 2\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT\nDay 2: October 8\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-75/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
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SUMMARY:SRV Reading Circle: Ghost Boy
DESCRIPTION:SRV Reading Circle: Ghost Boy\n \nGhost Boy chronicles the life of Martin Pistorius\, who lived with “locked-in syndrome” for over 12 years\, a condition which left him unable to communicate or move. While those around him believed him to also be unconscious\, Martin remained fully aware of the enduring indignities and horrific abuse he was subjected to during this time. These wounding life experiences and the impacts they had on Martin are vividly recounted in this book\, as is the restorative nature of valued roles and abiding relationships. \nJoin the Keystone Institute and KHS SRV Leadership members and facilitators Pam Seetoo\, Sudha Anand\, and Shonna Stevens as we delve into this book and mine it for lessons and learning as part of our SRV Reading Circle Study Group Series. All registrants will be provided with the book and will have ample time to read it before joining together on October 9 for discussion and exploration of SRV-related themes. Due to the in-depth knowledge of Social Role Valorization that is required for this discussion\, prior attendance at a full 28-hour in-person or 32-hour online SRV theory course is necessary to attend this event. \n Register
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/srv-reading-circle-ghost-boy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000
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SUMMARY:Job Fair in Sunbury\, PA
DESCRIPTION:We’re holding a job fair in Sunbury\, PA! Visit us to learn more about local available positions!  Become a part of Keystone Human Services\, make a difference\, and change the world. \nView local positions \nAdditional benefits of a job at Keystone Human Services: \n\nComprehensive medical\, dental\, and vision plans for full-time\, part-time\, and casual employees\nGenerous paid time off\nCompetitive pay\nRetirement savings plan with employer match contributions\nTuition reimbursement\nCareer development and advancement\nExtensive training and learning opportunities\nWork environment that offers strong\, positive team connections\nAdditional employee discounts\n\nAlready know a career with Keystone Human Services is for you? Search our open positions and apply today!
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/job-fair-in-sunbury-pa/
LOCATION:Keystone Human Services Sunbury\, 1155 North 4th Street\, Sunbury\, PA\, 17801
CATEGORIES:Job Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
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SUMMARY:SRV Help Desk
DESCRIPTION:SRV Help Desk\n \nThe SRV Help Desk is open! \nJoin the International SRV Association and the KHS SRV Leadership group on October 16 for a “fishbowl” experience as we explore common themes in using Social Role Valorization (SRV) as a framework for access to the good things of life. \nIn each session\, a person or group can present an issue\, a problem\, or situation they are facing in their use of SRV. A tailor-made group of consultants will offer ideas\, reflections and possibilities from their own experience. Get access to experienced and savvy SRV implementers who will be able to offer support to you. To make this a learning experience for ALL\, we will use a “fishbowl” approach where any and all ISRVA members can join the consult\, see and hear the discussion\, and offer insights as well. \nFor this first try at a help desk\, we feature queries from the Keystone Human Services SRV Leadership Group\, who are working across a large organization to weave the ideas into everyday practice within their own purview and across the organization. The Help Desk Team will be long-time SRV implementers Karin Bonesteel from Nemasket Group in Massachusetts\, Miriam Kaye from Etana in Alberta\, and Ric Brown from Community Ventures in Living. All hold senior leadership roles within their organizations and are SRV-savvy in incorporating the ideas in both formal and informal ways. \nRegister
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/srv-help-desk/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241026
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SUMMARY:Introduction to PASSING
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to PASSING\n \nThis five-day workshop is for those who are interested in deepening their knowledge about the principles of Social Role Valorization. This workshop involves learning to use the PASSING assessment tool\, which looks at the realities of Social Role Valorization in practice. It emphasizes the impact of services on the lives of the people being served and provides an opportunity to craft a vision of a good service and the foundation from which to design relevant and effective support\, service\, advocacy\, and assess service quality. The work of PASSING is done in teams\, visiting a residential and a “day” service\, meeting the people being served\, and conducting interviews with service administrators. The workshop involves extensive personal reflection and analysis\, group conciliation\, and thought-provoking discussion. The week’s work is conducted under the guidance of an experienced team leader. \nPrior attendance at a three- or four-day Introduction to a full Social Role Valorization theory course\, either online or in-person\, is required to register for this event. \nThis workshop includes long days and late nights. Participants may check in after 3:00 pm on October 20\, 2024. \nVenue \nCourtyard By Marriot Boston Raynham\n37 Paramount Drive\nRaynham\, MA 02767 United States \nRegister \nPASSING Faculty  \nMarc Tumeinski\, PhD \nMarc Tumeinski\, PhD\, is coordinator of the SRV Implementation Project. He teaches workshops based in Social Role Valorization. As a service worker\, he supported children and adults with mental disorders\, as well as physical and intellectual impairments\, to have valued social roles at home\, school and work. Marc has evaluated a variety of human service programs in North America\, including several Citizen Advocacy programs. He has worked with families and agency staff to think about what might be ideal for someone receiving services\, and has led planning sessions on how to move towards that ideal. Marc has a strong interest in analyzing the problem of violence in services\, and he has written articles critiquing the use of restrictive practices and restraint. He has presented on these topics in the US\, Canada\, Australia\, New Zealand\, and the Netherlands. Marc’s current work with SRV focuses on PASSING and on Model Coherency. He is the founding Editor of The SRV Journal\, and of the later supplement SRV News and Reviews\, which contains original articles\, vignettes\, book and film reviews on topics related to Social Role Valorization and PASSING. He is a member of the North American SRV Training\, Development and Safeguarding Council\, and meets with other SRV teachers from across North America twice a year. He also belongs to the study groups surrounding Wolfensberger’s advanced topics. Marc has presented at several international SRV conferences. He and his wife Jo Massarelli offer their home in downtown Worcester\, Massachusetts (US) providing hospitality for poor and homeless people. \nErica Baker-Tinsley \nErica Baker-Tinsley is a Professor and Coordinator of the Developmental Services Worker Program at Loyalist College in Belleville\, Ontario\, Canada. Before beginning her teaching career\, she worked as a Family Support Coordinator providing support to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. It was through that work that Erica was first introduced to Social Role Valorization. Over the past 25 years\, she has been involved in teaching SRV to service workers\, administrators\, families\, and students at both high school and post-secondary levels. In addition to SRV\, Erica is passionate about community development approaches that build strong communities where all members are welcomed and supported. Through her involvement in various non-profit organizations\, Erica has engaged in advocacy work promoting education\, food security\, and affordable\, secure housing. Erica has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Disability Studies from Ryerson University and a Master of Arts Degree in Community Development from the University of Victoria. She is currently a Board Director of the Southern Ontario Training Group\, and a member of the Social Role Valorization Development\, Training and Safeguarding Council. \nPam Seetoo  \nPam Seetoo has worked to assist people to live rich\, full community lives since 1990. Over the course of her life’s work\, she has assisted people to leave institutions and establish themselves in their communities\, supported children and families within foster care and host home programs\, provided service leadership\, and focused on values-based education and facilitation. \nThroughout her career\, Pam has worked to educate others about the effects of social devaluation of vulnerable populations. She facilitates many presentations at a variety of Social Role Valorization (SRV) and related workshops\, leads small group learning and has been a team leader at PASSING events. She develops and organizes an extraordinary employee development program for the Keystone Institute and serves as a mentor and role model to many others. She has a strong interest in preserving and safeguarding the personal histories of people with disability and has developed workshops around this topic. Pam has been accredited as an SRV teacher by the North American Social Role Valorization Council. \nElizabeth “Betsy” Neuville \nElizabeth “Betsy” Neuville serves dual roles as Executive Director of the Keystone Institute and Director of Keystone Institute India. She has over 30 years of experience as a human service worker\, administrator\, agency director\, evaluator\, educator\, and personal advocate\, as well as extensive experience in designing and developing supports for people with disability\, meaningful quality measurements\, and extraordinary employee development programs. \nShe began her work with people with disability in 1986 as a support worker in a small community home for three men who had recently left an institution\, and has continued her commitment to personal human service ever since. In 1988\, she was hired by Keystone Human Services to help 20 people leave institutions and establish themselves in their home communities in Pennsylvania\, US. She spent her first year with those 20 people and their families planning and envisioning new lives outside the institution\, and she continue to walk alongside them as they entered their new lives and created a positive future. \nBetsy served as Executive Director for KHS’s office in Lancaster\, PA for many years\, designing and directing supports for adults and children with developmental disabilities and/or mental disorders. She has assisted hundreds of people to leave institutions and begin lives as valued and contributing members of their communities. Equally important\, she has been involved with the closure of several large governmental institutions\, and she established the use of person-directed processes to assist people to envision full\, rich community lives. She played an important role in building KHS’s reputation as an organization that will successfully support people whom others have given up on. She has mentored a great number of passionate change agents to carry on this work. \nBetsy has worked extensively with the ideas of Normalization and Social Role Valorization (SRV) and provides training and consultation both nationally and internationally. She is fully accredited by the North American Social Role Valorization Council as a senior trainer of SRV. She has taught SRV and PASSING in Canada\, across the United States\, Ireland\, the UK\, Holland\, Turkey\, India\, Azerbaijan\, Romania\, and the Republic of Moldova. She studied under the mentorship of Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger\, the developer and foremost proponent of Social Role Valorization\, and has\, in turn\, mentored and supported a generation of people committed to personal human service to others. She remains closely connected to people with disability\, and holds particular interest in the historical treatment of people with disabilities. \nShe began using the tools and techniques of Person Directed Planning in 1992 to help people move toward better lives\, and has extensively studied and used the work of Beth Mount in Personal Futures Planning and Jack Pearpoint in PATH and MAPS. She has taught Person Directed Planning techniques across North America\, and in deinstitutionalization projects in Romania\, the Republic of Moldova\, and Azerbaijan. She has developed techniques which merge traditional Person Directed Planning with Social Role Valorization and Model Coherency\, increasing the likelihood that such processes will identify and meet true needs\, as well as incorporate valued social roles. In 2013\, she co-wrote the implementation plan for best practice in Person Directed Planning and positive behavior support for the class action settlement agreement Jensen v State of Minnesota\, and has extensively evaluated current practice in this area for the federal court monitor. \nShe also develops material and teaches on many topics beyond SRV and Person Directed Planning\, including Hospitality\, American Eugenics\, Moral Treatment\, Organizational Values in Action\, and many other areas. She leads the Keystone Institute in their work of developing top quality workshops and events relating to not only what their work is all about\, but why it really matters. \nBetsy divides her time equally between India and the US. \nKarin Bonesteel \nKarin Bonesteel currently works as the Director of Community Living for The Nemasket Group\, Inc.\, in Fairhaven\, Massachusetts (US). Karin has a BA in Psychology and an MA in Social Work. Karin began her work in human services as a direct care worker in northern New York at an Intermediate Care Facility for 12 people. She moved on to work at Rensselaer County ARC in 1986; first as a direct support worker and then as a case manager. It was there that she first began to study the principles of normalization and attended a PASS workshop. She started teaching Wolfensberger’s work while in New York\, and is currently recognized by the North American SRV Council as a Social Role Valorization teacher. \nKarin moved to Massachusetts in 1992 where she went to work for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Mental Retardation as a Program Director\, directly involved in the closing of the Dever Developmental Center and the building of the community system. Karin has studied Citizen Advocacy in depth and was involved with a group of citizens on Cape Cod trying to start a Citizen Advocacy Program. Karin coordinates and teaches workshops for families\, direct support staff and other concerned parties on how to help vulnerable people to have socially valued roles. \nSince beginning at The Nemasket Group in 2012\, Karin has worked to help the people she oversees supports for to have valued social roles and to embed the practice\, language\, and principles of SRV within the day-to-day operational culture of the organization.
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/introduction-to-passing-3/
LOCATION:Courtyard By Marriot Boston Raynham\, 37 Paramount Drive\, Raynham\, MA\, 02767\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20240930T122211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T122211Z
UID:22984-1730811600-1731342600@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n11/5 and 11/11 Registration \nDay 1: November 5\, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST\nDay 2: November 11\, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-76/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20240923T180551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T180551Z
UID:22953-1731405600-1731412800@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:SRV Reading Circle: Native American Boarding School System
DESCRIPTION:SRV Reading Circle: Native American Boarding School System\n \nJoin the Keystone Institute and KHS SRV Leadership members and facilitators as we delve into a book and mine it for lessons and learning as part of our SRV Reading Circle Study Group Series. All registrants will be provided with the book and will have ample time to read it before joining together on November 12 for discussion and exploration of SRV-related themes. \nDue to the in-depth knowledge of Social Role Valorization that is required for this discussion\, prior attendance at a full 28-hour in-person or 32-hour online SRV theory course is necessary to attend this event. \nMore information and registration will be available at a later date.
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/srv-reading-circle-native-american-boarding-school-system/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20240930T122535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T122556Z
UID:22986-1731574800-1731933000@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n11/14 and 11/18 Registration \nDay 1: November 14\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST\nDay 2: November 18\, 2024 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-77/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/19420-e1610993525929.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T133000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20240710T192956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T192956Z
UID:22760-1733130000-1733232600@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:SRV Refresher Course
DESCRIPTION:  \nSRV Refresher Course\nHaven’t been to SRV for a while and are looking for a refresher course? Join us as we review the themes of Social Role Valorization and discuss how we have used these ideas over our years of serving others. A series of short presentations will be followed by chances to illustrate\, discuss\, and share ideas and struggles. Join us to learn about the several new themes of SRV\, sharpen your grasp of the principles\, recommit to using and teaching the ideas\, and do it all in a relaxed atmosphere. \nPrior attendance at a 3- or 4-day Introduction to Social Role Valorization workshop is required to register for this event. \nThis workshop will take place virtually on Zoom. You will receive a Zoom link in the confirmation email close to the date of the workshop. \n12/2 and 12/3 Registration \nDay 1 December 2\, 2024 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EST\nDay 2 December 3\, 2024 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EST
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/srv-refresher-course-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/SRV-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20240930T123522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T123522Z
UID:22993-1733302800-1733319000@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Poverty: An Experiential Learning Event for Gaining Insight and Creating Change
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Poverty: An Experiential Learning Event for Gaining Insight and Creating Change\n \nOver 11% of Americans live in poverty and it’s a reality for many people with disability supported by human service organizations. Poverty is a wound that is often exacted upon people\, that they are even thrust into\, against their will and as a result of being devalued. While it is often viewed as a stand-alone problem\, it is in fact a complex issue that affects people’s physical and mental well-being\, their relationships and social isolation\, cognitive development in children\, the risk of homelessness and violence\, and much more. \nThis simulation allows participants to walk a month in the shoes of someone who is facing poverty and to realize how complex and interconnected issues of poverty really are; it’s a powerful opportunity to gain insight and seek change. Join the Keystone Institute as we welcome Rhiannon Noecker\, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Community Action Partnerships Lancaster for this participatory workshop\, as we examine the harsh realities of poverty and talk about how communities can address the problem and how each one of us can be moved to make a difference. \nContact Matt Nguyen at mnuygen@khs.org for more information. \nRegister
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/understanding-poverty-an-experiential-learning-event-for-gaining-insight-and-creating-change/
LOCATION:TBD\, Lancaster\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/19422-scaled.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20240925T013753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T013858Z
UID:22957-1733824800-1733832000@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:SRV Reading Circle: Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger Festschrift and Pennhurst and the Struggle for Disability Rights
DESCRIPTION:SRV Reading Circle: Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger Festschrift and Pennhurst and the Struggle for Disability Rights\n \nJoin the Keystone Institute and KHS SRV Leadership members and facilitators as we delve into the Festschrift for Dr. Wolfensberger and Pennhurst and the Struggle for Disability Rights as part of our SRV Reading Circle Study Group Series. The Keystone Institute will provide you with a copy of both books. You will have ample time to read them before joining together on December 10 for discussion and exploration of SRV-related themes. \nDue to the in-depth knowledge of Social Role Valorization that is required for this discussion\, prior attendance at a full 28-hour in-person or 32-hour online SRV theory course is necessary to attend this event. \nRegister
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/srv-reading-circle-dr-wolf-wolfensberger-festschrift-and-pennhurst-and-the-struggle-for-disability-rights/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/19422-scaled.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20240930T122856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T122856Z
UID:22991-1733922000-1734539400@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n12/11 and 12/18 Registration \nDay 1: December 11\, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST\nDay 2: December 18\, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-78/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/19420-e1610993525929.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20250102T224021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T224217Z
UID:23286-1735894800-1735905600@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:Ideas That Matter
DESCRIPTION:Ideas That Matter\nIdeas that Matter is a half-day workshop aimed at offering a very brief look into some of Keystone Human Services’ foundational principles. We begin by exploring the history of disability\, including how people with disabilities have been treated and thought about throughout history. We will take time to consider the threads and consequences of historical mindsets on the treatment of people today.  \nLooking forward\, we discuss KHS’s vision statement in a small group format\, sharing insights into how it resonates with and impacts our work individually and collectively. The session ends with a glimpse into the ideas of Social Role Valorization\, a powerful framework for assisting people we serve to gain access to the good things of life.  \nPart of the New Employee Orientation process\, all Keystone Human Services employees are required to attend this core developmental course. Employees should sign up through Relias.
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/ideas-that-matter/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Books-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20241218T010436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T010436Z
UID:23213-1736326800-1736771400@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n1/8 and 1/13 Registration  \nDay 1: January 8\, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST\nDay 2: January 13\, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-82/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/19420-e1610993525929.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20250102T224310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T224310Z
UID:23289-1736499600-1736510400@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:Ideas That Matter
DESCRIPTION:Ideas That Matter\nIdeas that Matter is a half-day workshop aimed at offering a very brief look into some of Keystone Human Services’ foundational principles. We begin by exploring the history of disability\, including how people with disabilities have been treated and thought about throughout history. We will take time to consider the threads and consequences of historical mindsets on the treatment of people today.  \nLooking forward\, we discuss KHS’s vision statement in a small group format\, sharing insights into how it resonates with and impacts our work individually and collectively. The session ends with a glimpse into the ideas of Social Role Valorization\, a powerful framework for assisting people we serve to gain access to the good things of life.  \nPart of the New Employee Orientation process\, all Keystone Human Services employees are required to attend this core developmental course. Employees should sign up through Relias.
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/ideas-that-matter-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Books-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20241218T010643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T010643Z
UID:23215-1737550800-1738081800@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n1/22 and 1/28 Registration  \nDay 1: January 22\, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST\nDay 2: January 28\, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-83/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/19420-e1610993525929.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20250102T224502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T224502Z
UID:23295-1737795600-1737806400@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:Ideas That Matter
DESCRIPTION:Ideas That Matter\nIdeas that Matter is a half-day workshop aimed at offering a very brief look into some of Keystone Human Services’ foundational principles. We begin by exploring the history of disability\, including how people with disabilities have been treated and thought about throughout history. We will take time to consider the threads and consequences of historical mindsets on the treatment of people today.  \nLooking forward\, we discuss KHS’s vision statement in a small group format\, sharing insights into how it resonates with and impacts our work individually and collectively. The session ends with a glimpse into the ideas of Social Role Valorization\, a powerful framework for assisting people we serve to gain access to the good things of life.  \nPart of the New Employee Orientation process\, all Keystone Human Services employees are required to attend this core developmental course. Employees should sign up through Relias.
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/ideas-that-matter-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Books-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20241218T010153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T010153Z
UID:23211-1738746000-1739277000@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n2/5 and 2/11 Registration  \nDay 1: February 5\, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST\nDay 2: February 11\, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-81/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/19420-e1610993525929.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20250102T224548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T224548Z
UID:23297-1738918800-1738929600@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:Ideas That Matter
DESCRIPTION:Ideas That Matter\nIdeas that Matter is a half-day workshop aimed at offering a very brief look into some of Keystone Human Services’ foundational principles. We begin by exploring the history of disability\, including how people with disabilities have been treated and thought about throughout history. We will take time to consider the threads and consequences of historical mindsets on the treatment of people today.  \nLooking forward\, we discuss KHS’s vision statement in a small group format\, sharing insights into how it resonates with and impacts our work individually and collectively. The session ends with a glimpse into the ideas of Social Role Valorization\, a powerful framework for assisting people we serve to gain access to the good things of life.  \nPart of the New Employee Orientation process\, all Keystone Human Services employees are required to attend this core developmental course. Employees should sign up through Relias.
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/ideas-that-matter-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Books-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20250102T224641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T224641Z
UID:23299-1739523600-1739534400@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:Ideas That Matter
DESCRIPTION:Ideas That Matter\nIdeas that Matter is a half-day workshop aimed at offering a very brief look into some of Keystone Human Services’ foundational principles. We begin by exploring the history of disability\, including how people with disabilities have been treated and thought about throughout history. We will take time to consider the threads and consequences of historical mindsets on the treatment of people today.  \nLooking forward\, we discuss KHS’s vision statement in a small group format\, sharing insights into how it resonates with and impacts our work individually and collectively. The session ends with a glimpse into the ideas of Social Role Valorization\, a powerful framework for assisting people we serve to gain access to the good things of life.  \nPart of the New Employee Orientation process\, all Keystone Human Services employees are required to attend this core developmental course. Employees should sign up through Relias.
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/ideas-that-matter-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.khs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Books-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T112240
CREATED:20241112T142827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T142827Z
UID:23135-1739869200-1740672000@www.khs.org
SUMMARY:Distance Introduction to Social Role Valorization
DESCRIPTION:Distance Introduction to Social Role Valorization\nThe Introduction to Social Role Valorization is an intensive workshop which presents the idea of assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. Social Role Valorization is a comprehensive theory which provides insights as to why certain groups of people become devalued in society\, what life experiences are likely to befall people once they have become devalued in the eyes of others\, why valued social roles are a powerful response in combatting the negative life experiences\, and ten essential themes which can guide implementers in pursuing valued social roles by\, with\, and for those practitioners desire to serve. \nThis foundational material is essential to those wishing to serve others in meaningful ways\, and who are impassioned to make a difference in the lives of others. Many participants experience the learning within this event as the most helpful\, inspiring\, and clarifying body of knowledge they have been exposed to in their professional development\, and it assists in long-term understanding and focus on being of service to others in ways that matter. \nThe workshop includes pre-recorded as well as live presentations\, small and large group live reflection and discussion\, online forums and resource materials. Participants should be prepared for significant presentations. \nCourse Schedule: \nWeek 1 \nDay 1:  Tuesday\, February 18\, 2025:  9:00 am to 12:45 pm Live session with 2 additional hours of independent assignments\nDay 2:  Wednesday\, February 19\, 2025:  10:00 am to 2:15 pm with 30 additional minutes of independent assignments\nDay 3:  Thursday\, February 20\, 2025:  10:00 am to 4:15 pm A combination of live session and independent assignments \nWeek 2 \nDay 4:  Tuesday\, February 25\, 2025:  3 hours of independent assignments prior to logging on for the live session from 12:00 pm to 3:15 pm\nDay 5:  Wednesday\, February 26\, 2025:  9:00 am to 2:30 pm Live session with 1-hour independent assignments\nDay 6:  Thursday\, February 27\, 2025:  9:00 am to 4:00 pm A combination of live sessions and independent assignments \n*This course will take place entirely online.  Participants must attend every session in order to receive credit for the workshop.* \nRegister
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/distance-introduction-to-social-role-valorization-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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SUMMARY:The Power of Roles
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Roles\nThis workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion\, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society\, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support. \n*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.* \n3/5 and 3/11 Registration  \nDay 1: March 5\, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST\nDay 2: March 5\, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
URL:https://www.khs.org/event/the-power-of-roles-84/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Keystone Institute
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