New in the Library

Hello, June! What's new? Warmer weather is one, for sure! But if you're wondering what's new in the library, hop on over to CeDIR's What's New page at http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/?pageId=2317. Once a month, we update this page with new items we received during the previous month, from books on Autism spectrum disorders, to Down syndrome, to Education, and more!

The ADHD Workbook for Teens

Got a teenager with ADHD who needs help handling school and/or projects? How about one who needs help making and keeping friends? The ADHD Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Gain Motivation and Confidence can help your teens learn the skills they need to do that and more. By first identifying your teens' strengths and interests, they can then use this information to come up with strategies for overcoming the ADHD-related issues they face.

Interested? Send us an email at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title. Or try using worldcat.org to find this book in a library near you.

Library Hours

In observance of Memorial Day, CeDIR will be closed on Monday, May 30th. We will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 31st. Have a safe and happy Memorial Day!

Wrightslaw: All about IEPs

Got questions about IEPs? Need some answers about special education law? Pick up Wrightslaw: All about IEPs. In an easy-to-read, question-and-answer format, the authors have put together everything you want to know about special ed law and IEPs. Written for parents, educators, professionals, and administrators, this book addresses IEP teams and meetings, parental rights and consent, placement, transition, assistive technology and more.

Send us an email at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this book, or try worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

CeDIR closing early today

CeDIR will be closing at 2:00 p.m. today in advance of the severe weather that is predicted for our area. We will re-open at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow morning.

The Complete IEP Guide

Looking for a guide to help write an IEP for your child? The complete IEP guide: How to advocate for your special ed child can help! Written in layman's terms, this guide offers practical advice to guide you through the whole IEP process. People have used words like "indispensable," "godsend," "sanity-saver," "essential," "the MOST informative," and more when reviewing this book. Along with a copy of the law, IDEA 1997, there are letters and forms that can be used as is or amended before using.

Interested? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu to check out this title. Not an Indiana resident? No worries! Use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

City of Bloomington Special Needs Registry

The City of Bloomington and Monroe County are promoting the voluntary registration of information from people with disabilities for use by first responders. The initiative coincides with May 23 through 29 being designated "Special Needs Registry Sign-Up Week." The "Special Needs Registry for First Responders" provides first responders immediate access to disability-specific information for use in emergency situations. Residents with disabilities are encouraged to sign up.

In the event of an emergency, information provided by residents lets emergency personnel know about visual, hearing, mobility impairments, dementia and developmental disabilities for those who have signed up with the registry.

"Anything that can help emergency personnel provide the highest level of care as quickly as possible is a big win for everyone," said Mayor Mark Kruzan. "This really is a great initiative that can affect the community in a positive way."

Individuals with disabilities or family members who would like to be included may register at http://bloomington.in.gov/specialneedsdispatch.

The registration form may be printed from the website, completed and mailed to Bloomington/Monroe County Special Needs Registry, 220 E. 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47401. Alternative formats of the registration form are also available; paper, large print, Braille and Spanish language forms may be obtained by calling 349-3429 or e-mailing human.rights@bloomington.in.gov. Anyone needing assistance in completing the form may use the same contact information.

After registration, a City representative will contact registrants every six months to ensure the information is up to date.

"This registry is an extremely important step toward improving effective emergency preparedness for individuals with disabilities in Monroe County," said Katie Herron, Chair of the City of Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility. "Information gathered will allow first responders to maximize the effectiveness and quality of care provided. Having disability-specific information prior to arriving at the scene of an emergency could mean the difference between life and death."

For more information, contact Craig Brenner at 349-3471 or brennerc@bloomington.in.gov.