1. Reflecting Back Looking Forward IDD Membership Meeting December 4, 2014

2. Reflecting Back Membership Meetings – Attendance increased by average of 52% New Individual Members joined Formed Communications Committee Held quarterly CEU training opportunities

3. Reflecting Back Services and programs offered by the Child Study Center Healthcare Considerations for Individuals with IDD Tarrant County Mental Health Diversion Court Understanding Autism: Recognizing and responding to persons with Autism Physical activity intervention for Adults with IDD Project Search – Providing real-life work experience to benefit youth with IDD Healthcare Needs for People with IDD joint ADRC meeting Social media – Having your voice heard / Raising awareness Social Security Work Incentives Planning for the Mental Health Workforce Shortage in Texas Assistive Technology Devices

4. Reflecting Back 20 near Hulen Mall in Fort Worth. December 2014 - Photo: Star Telegram Matt Robison, Child Study Center, fills in on the fly after Grace White after she broke her arm. Scott Evans and Luke Reynard volunteer to demonstrate Assistive Devices Over 150 attended the Autism Awareness training for First Responders. April 2014

5. January 29 – Pre-Event January 30 - Symposium

6. Celebrating Community: Shared Lives. Shared Gifts. Shared Service January 30, 2015 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Riley Center 1701 West Boyce Avenue, Fort Worth 76115 The symposium includes two nationally recognized keynote speakers, a panel of faith representatives and clergy leaders who have lead the way in faith-based inclusion programs, and a panel of self-advocates and families who will share their personal stories of how their lives have been enriched by inclusion within their faith communities. All registered attendees will receive FREE resource books and giveaways. FREE event. Register at www.IDDNeedsTC.org. Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided.www.IDDNeedsTC.org

7. Exceptional Lives: Belonging, Believing and Becoming An informal, interactive discussion with Dr. Rud Turnbull January 29, 2015 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. University Christian Church 2720 S. University Drive, Fort Worth 76109 Dr. Turnbull will share his experience as the father of a son with significant disabilities whose life was exceptional because of his connections within the faith and broader communities. FREE event. Register at www.IDDNeedsTC.org. Refreshments will be served.www.IDDNeedsTC.org

8. You have been Challenged!

9. Increase Awareness Follow us. Like us. Tweet us. Share us. Bookmark us. @IDDNeedsCouncil /IDDNeedsTC www.IDDNeedsTC.org

10. January 8 Next IDD Needs Council Membership Meeting (Due to January 1 Holiday) January 29 & 30 Celebrating Community: Shared Lives. Shared Gifts. Shared Service Symposium Events

11. Unexpected Blessings Diana Kerby, Children's Pastor and Ann Teal, Special Needs Ministry Coordinator Northwood Baptist Church Keller, Texas