During this short talk, MediSked Advisor and nationally-recognized trainer, Tom Pomeranz, will dive into the vital transformation and cultural shift that is occurring in the I/DD field – that is to transition people from segregated environments to supporting them to have meaningful and productive lives in a fully integrated setting. Tom will explore the two-pronged complex challenge which necessitates that all individuals engage in a meaningful day preferably employed or volunteering and that all individuals experience an inclusive community presence.

Presenter: Dr. Tom Pomeranz is a nationally recognized authority, trainer, clinician, and consultant in the field of services for people with disabilities. Over the last forty-five years, Tom has conducted thousands of seminars and programs throughout the United States and Canada. His audiences praise his ability to combine information, humor, passion, and storytelling into an informative whole that does not just present the information, but really communicates it in a memorable fashion. Tom is a long-time MediSked Advisor who has been on the Council since its inception.

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