Workshops and Seminars

You can participate in learning what is happening in the disability field by attending free workshops and seminars offered at MORC. Topics with details, dates, and times are listed on the MORC Events Calendar.

A popular event is the MORC “Navigating the System” seminars. Topics vary, with presentations from experts in the field. Previous seminars have addressed Guardianship and Alternatives, How To Impact The School System, Gentle Teaching, Self-Advocacy, New Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, Understanding Prader Willi Syndrome, as well as other topics.

A monthly presentation on “Ways To Achieve Your Goals Through The Person-Centered Planning Process” is offered at MORC. At the presentation, you will receive a booklet that will assist you as you make choices about your life. The presentation addresses Person-Centered Planning, Self-Determination, and Individual Budgets.

“Gentle Supports for Families” workshops are also held on a regular basis at MORC.

Other agencies and organizations meet at MORC’s office locations and have special presentations for the general public. Some are the Autism & Behavioral Support Center; Autism Society of America, Oakland County Chapter; Association for the Macomb-Oakland Regional Center (AMORC); the Macomb County Regional Interagency Consumer Committee (RICC), etc.

For more information about Workshops and Seminars offered, please check the MORC Events Calendar.