Educational Opportunities

Upcoming Events

August 26, 2026 – MOD Technology Series

12:30 – 1:30 p.m. CT virtual

Missouri Open Door Benefits Series are free monthly workshops with a specific focus in the realm of technology. This month’s topic area is Adaptive Crafting for All. 

September 9, 2026 – MOD Benefits Series

12:30 – 1:30 p.m. CT virtual

Missouri Open Door Benefits Series are free monthly workshops with a specific focus in the realm of Government Benefits. This month’s topic area is on the Show Me Home Program.  

Peer Mentor Orientation

September 17, 2026 | 12:30 p.m. CT

Are you a parent, family member, or person with a disability who has experience navigating challenges or caring for someone with a disability or special health care need? Want to make a meaningful impact in someone else’s life? Join the Sharing Our Strengths (SOS) program as a Peer Mentor!

Suggested Audience:
Individuals and Families interested in becoming a Peer Mentor

September 22, 2026 – Good Life Group

12:30 – 2 p.m. CT virtual

As parents, caregivers, and supporters, it can be easy to put your own needs last. Join us for a Good Life Group where we will focus on ways to make self-care a more realistic part of everyday life. Together, we’ll look at practical ways to build support, identify what helps you recharge, and create a plan that supports your good life, too.

Suggested Audience:
Families, caregivers, and supporters to those experiencing disability.

August 26, 2026 – MOD Technology Series

12:30 – 1:30 p.m. CT virtual

Missouri Open Door Benefits Series are free monthly workshops with a specific focus in the realm of technology. This month’s topic area is AT for Transitions: Are You Ready?

October 2, 2026 – CtLC in Action

12:30 – 2 p.m. CT virtual

Charting the LifeCourse in Action Meetings are for anyone who is directly applying or implementing CtLC in their organizations or professional roles. It is an interactive peer learning collaborative that allows for hands-on learning, piloting, and identifying strategies for application and implementation. The CtLC in Action meetings are a safe space to talk about successes as well as challenges, where members can share their experiences, ask questions and receive peer coaching on implementing CtLC. The group is also the first to know about new products and provide their valuable feedback to the Nexus team. Meetings are currently held virtually. 

Suggested Audience:
Professionals implementing CtLC in their organizations/roles

Peer Mentor Orientation

October 15, 2026 | 12:30 p.m. CT

Are you a parent, family member, or person with a disability who has experience navigating challenges or caring for someone with a disability or special health care need? Want to make a meaningful impact in someone else’s life? Join the Sharing Our Strengths (SOS) program as a Peer Mentor!

Suggested Audience:
Individuals and Families interested in becoming a Peer Mentor

Peer Mentor Orientation

November 19, 2026 | 6:30 p.m. CT

Are you a parent, family member, or person with a disability who has experience navigating challenges or caring for someone with a disability or special health care need? Want to make a meaningful impact in someone else’s life? Join the Sharing Our Strengths (SOS) program as a Peer Mentor

Suggested Audience:
Individuals and Families interested in becoming a Peer Mentor