Join award winning author and speaker Rick Daynes as he shares the top insights from his recently released book, “Keep It Together Man” For Dads with a Special Kid. Everyday battles take their toll on any parent. Throw a kid with special needs into that mix, and it is an entirely different ball game. DO NOT FEAR jumping into the batter’s box. We own this game! The world of special needs is to be embraced and loved through all the challenges and changes. We will implement the most important habits every parent needs to be happy. We will cut out the fat and eliminate anything slowing you down. All parents will be reminded who they are, what are most important, and the future is brilliant!

 

Married? In a relationship? Didn’t work out? Sometimes, it just ain’t easy. What matters most in marriage are often times forgotten by both parties to it. Plus you have extra circumstances! We dive into the real nuts and bolts of relationships and what makes them grow. Communication, balance, antecedents, priorities, POG’s (Parents Only Getaway), and much more! This program offers life changing solutions to all parents who want to empower their marriage and shape the brightest future for their family.

 

Every parent at some point has had that moment when they thought they knew what they were doing, only to find out they didn’t know “jack squat.” This interactive session will cause you to take a good look at…wait for it… YOU! You are a unique parent with a special needs kid. We will assess the framework, the environment, and the grind of your day. By combining group discussion with sharing of promising practices, this presentation will explore techniques that will bring a renewed attitude and effort to your home. Consequently, participants will leave armed with tools, renewed spirits, and an action plan for progress.

 

One of the greatest accomplishments for an educator is to see a child succeed. The IEP is where you lay the groundwork for that success. Equip your IEP team with the best tools, structure, information, and communication to get that student to his destination. There are 10 principles that will help you create and maintain a successful, goal oriented IEP from start to finish! In this session, learn those 10 principles as well as all the ins and outs, the do’s and don’ts, everything you need and nothing you won’t. It is all spelled out in this profound and entertaining seminar. Take it from the man sitting across from you at the IEP table, this program will save you countless hours, district dollars, and produce successful kids!

 

 

The importance of an IEP meeting to all parties, especially parents, cannot be overstated. These are the 10 principles that will help you create and maintain a successful IEP from start to finish! All the In’s and out’s, the Do’s and Don’ts, everything you need and nothing you don’t. It’s all spelled out in an interactive and entertaining seminar. Take it from the man who has trained thousands of parents and has three current IEP meetings of his own, this program will give your child the best possible chance of success.

 

“The Club” refers to the millions of people who have a connection to the world of special needs. The initiation, dues paid, hurdles overcome, rewards earned, and super powers obtained are all part of membership in The Club. Emotions run high as we consider how our hearts have been changed and bonds strengthened as we connect and serve special people and special families. The Club knows no boundaries or limitations, and neither does this program.

 

What matters most in a marriage is often times forgotten by both parties to it. We dive into the real nuts and bolts of relationships in a humorous and non-sugar coated approach. Communication, antecedents, priorities, POG’s (Parents Only Getaways), and sex, are stimulated with real growth examples. This program offers life changing solutions to all parents who want to empower their marriage and shape the brightest future for their family.

 

POG is the pinnacle of dating and necessary for all parents, even though many think it impossible. The gateway to the good life is realized as couples come to understand that it transcends all Valentines days, birthdays, and holidays. It supersedes any loving gesture, therapy, or family reunion. We break down the three great excuses, time, money, and sitter, and empower couples to take life by the collar and boldly commit to strengthening their marriage through dates and POGs.