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20204 LoneStar LEND Conference: Self-Care: Effective Strategies for Caregivers and Professionals Caring for those with ASD & IDD

20204 LoneStar LEND Conference: Self-Care: Effective Strategies for Caregivers and Professionals Caring for those with ASD & IDD

Thursday, May 30, 2024 - Friday, May 31, 2024

Location: Houston, TX

Format: In-Person

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The LoneStar LEND training program is designed to develop leaders in the field of autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disabilities (ASD/DD) using an interdisciplinary training model focused on leadership, cultural competence, and evidence-based practices.

Objectives:
Upon completion of this conference:

All attendees will be able to Identify self-care challenges specific to their role for individuals with ASD/DD
Professionals and service providers will be able to determine the steps needed to create a healthy work-life balance while continuing to care for and advocate for families.
Families and caregivers will be able to recognize the components of Self-Care for Now and Self-Care for the Future, that most apply to each of them.

View the full program and objectives: go.uth.edu/LEND24

Topics: Emerging Leaders , Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) programs

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