We heard your feedback and that Thursdays do not work for some of you. This month, we continue to offer 2 separate networking events. If you cannot come to one, you may be able to make it to the other, but feel free to come to both! The same agenda will be used at both meetings.

Come and join other Independent Support Workers to support each other in our work. Register for this meeting here (even if it’s last minute) :)

Tuesday Dec 12, 2023, 9:30 am - 11:00 am register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrcuCtpzIsGtKARl6efdxiw-FG8Ng2Eltc

Thursday, Dec 14, 2023, from 6:30-8 pm - register here :(will be recorded)

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcld-2oqj0jHNPz2L_T88D2HcRBs0UvCKKg

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Agenda:

6:30 pm - 6:45 pm: Welcome and introductions

6:45-6:50 -Tax tip

6:50-7:30 - Hot topic: What are developmental services core competencies, how do we find them, and why should we care? (Applies to anyone, including PSWs)

7:30-7:50- Open Q and A about ISW work, starting up as an ISW/respite worker, or just hearing about what people are doing in their work and what’s going well that others might be interested in.

Guiding Questions:

1) How do we grow in our work and competencies?

2) How do we find mentors to support us?

7:50-8:00 Wrap up.- any last thoughts/ideas/upcoming events to share

We heard your feedback and that Thursdays do not work for some of you. This month and next month, we are offering 2 separate networking events. If you cannot come to one, you may be able to make it to the other, but feel free to come to both! The same agenda will be used at both meetings. (see Nov 16 event for the first one)

Come and join other Independent Support Workers to support each other in our work. Register for this meeting here (even if it’s last-minute ) :)

Tuesday Nov 28, 2023, from 9:00 am - 10:30 am - register here (will be recorded):

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIudeihqzIrG9OHoMeL9XmL8EbTQfvZJKll

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Agenda:

6:30 pm - 6:45 pm: Welcome and introductions

6:45-6:50 -Tax tip

6:50-7:30 - Language is essential. Explore the differences between “Respite work” and “Community participation” support/services.

7:30-7:50- Open Q and A about ISW work, starting up as an ISW/respite worker, or just hearing about what people are doing in their work and what’s going well that others might be interested in.

Guiding Questions:

1) What has worked well for you in starting and managing your ISW employment?

2) What resources have you found helpful for finding “clients”?

7:50-8:00 Wrap up.- any last thoughts/ideas/upcoming events to share

We heard your feedback and that Thursdays do not work for some of you. This month and next month, we are offering 2 separate networking events. If you cannot come to one, you may be able to make it to the other, but feel free to come to both! The same agenda will be used at both meetings.

Come and join other Independent Support Workers to support each other in our work. Register for this meeting here (even if it’s last-minute ) :)

Thursday, Nov 16, 2023, from 6:30-8 pm- register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqdOioqjooEtaS8QiR_GI4Imh88HO0XzTj

Tuesday Nov 28, 2023, from 9 am - 10:30 am - register here (will be recorded):

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIudeihqzIrG9OHoMeL9XmL8EbTQfvZJKll

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Agenda:

6:30 pm - 6:45 pm: Welcome and introductions

6:45-6:50 -Tax tip

6:50-7:30 - Language is essential. Explore the differences between “Respite work” and “Community participation” support/services.

7:30-7:50- Open Q and A about ISW work, starting up as an ISW/respite worker, or just hearing about what people are doing in their work and what’s going well that others might be interested in.

Guiding Questions:

1) What has worked well for you in starting and managing your ISW employment?

2) What resources have you found helpful for finding “clients”?

7:50-8:00 Wrap up.- any last thoughts/ideas/upcoming events to share

Come and join other Independent Support Workers to support each other in our work. Register for this meeting here (even if it’s last minute :):

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpd-2upjkjEtCVuwGtxuaozPV26vq4jEIz

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Agenda:

6:30 pm - 6:45 pm: Welcome and introductions

6:45-6:50 -Tax tip

6:50-7:30 -Open Q and A about ISW work or starting up as an ISW/respite worker or just hearing about what people are doing in their work and whats going well that others might be interested in.

7:30-7:50- We are reviewing our work thus far and would love your input about whats working and whats not working. We will be reviewing results of our polls/surveys and hoping to get more direction from you as members/participants.

Question: What do you want to see offered with the ISWN?

7:50-8:00 Wrap up.- any last thoughts/ideas/upcoming events to share