Disability Conference Offers Practical Care Advice for Families

The 9th Annual Chronic Illness and Disability conference will explore issues involving the transition from pediatric to adult-based care. The two day conference, which will be held at Baylor College of Medicine in November, is open to families dealing with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.

Parents, teens and young adults can attend the conference to hear leading experts speak about legal, educational and medical issues faced by transitioning disability patients. Topics to be covered include:

• Mental health and family support
• Considerations for young people with developmental disabilities
• Vocational transition services (during and after high school)
• Funding for transition services
• Insurance options and Medicaid appeals
• Political issues and advocacy

To find out more about the conference or to register, visit the Baylor College of Medicine website.