Online Publications & Resources
The Sherlock Center offers hundreds of online resources and publications on topics across the lifespan, from early intervention to transition to person-centered thinking, employment and self-determination.
These resources are searchable in the fields below. You can search by a keyword or an exact title in the “Search All Resources” box or you can search by project/service, topic or type – form, online resource or Sherlock Center publication.
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Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR)
JAN's Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR) system is designed to let users explore various accommodation options for people with disabilities in work and educational settings.
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Secure Attachment
This animated video on YouTube describes secure attachment and its impact on students' behaviors.
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See.Touch.Learn. (iOS)
With 4,400 pictures and 2,200 exercises developed by professionals, this free app designed for iPads shows an array of items and the child has to touch the correct one named.
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Self Help for Hard of Hearing People Inc.
Founded in 1979, the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is the nation’s leading organization representing consumers with hearing loss. Its mission is to open the world of communication to people with hearing loss by providing information, education, support and advocacy. HLAA strives to give people the tools they need to live more successfully with hearing loss and to show them they do not have to face hearing loss alone.
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Self-Advocate's Guide to Choosing a Postsecondary Program
The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities, New Jersey's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, offers this guide in English and Spanish for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families who are considering postsecondary education.
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting Recording – April 17, 2024
At this meeting, Victoria Ferrara, M.A., coordinator, Access to Integrated Employment, spoke about the Day and Employment Activities Survey. Kathleen A. Sherlock, Esq., consultant, Sargent Rehabilitation Center’s Regional Resource Center, discussed Supported Decision Making (SDM) and alternatives to guardianship. (Timestamp 42:14)
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting Recording – August 30, 2023
At this meeting, we had a dialogue with Courtney DiDonato from Work Inc., who spoke about employment services/supports, and Jay MacKay from Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, who talked about Targeted Employment Funds and other funding/services available for those who self-direct and are interested in employment. (Timestamp 21:55)
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting Recording – January 24, 2024
This meeting included a dialogue with Brenda DuHumal, associate director for administrative services, Division of Developmental Disabilities, and Keavin Duffy from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Heather Mincey, assistant director, Division of Developmental Disabilities and Jackie Camilloni, Division of Developmental Disabilities. They shared updates and answered questions about Conflict Free Case Management (CFCM).
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting Recording – July 26, 2023
At this meeting, Susan Donovan and Deborah Masland from RIPIN shared about information about their new self-directed program (SDSP).
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting Recording – October 18, 2023
At this meeting, Christine Botts, deputy administrator from Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals, talked about the Access to Independence Program. We also heard from Victoria Ferrara, M.A., coordinator of Access to Integrated Employment from the Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities, who shared about the Day and Employment Activities Survey. (Timestamp 35:40)
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting Recording– February 28, 2024
This meeting featured Jackie Camilloni, coordinator of community planning, and Robin Gannon, clinical training specialist, both from Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospital (BHDDH). The division worked with a panel of family members, community partners/stakeholders and an individual with a disability who receives Developmental Disability (DD) services. They spoke about using Goods and Services, including updates and changes.
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting – April 23, 2025
At this meeting, Vicki Ferrara, Coordinator of Access to Integrated Employment and WIPA Director, discussed the DD (Developmental Disability) Employment and Day Activity survey. Nancy Lewis-Oliver, NCI Survey Specialist, spoke about the NCI (National Core Indicator) Survey.
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting – Aug. 20, 2025
At this meeting, representatives from four fiscal Intermediary (FI) agencies (Rachel Morgan from Perspectives, Anita Fleckensein from ReFocus, Linda Vollaro from Options, Sharon Johnson and Natasha Walker from proPartnerships) shared updates on changes to documentation, payroll, Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) and other related topics.
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting – Aug. 28, 2024
At this meeting, we were joined by Kim M. Einloth, Coordinator of Youth and Adult Initiatives at the Sherlock Center, who will present an overview of the Independent Facilitator/Conflict-Free Case Manager (IF/CFCM) Curriculum and discuss the Rhode Island State Workforce Initiative (RISWI).
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting – Feb. 26, 2025
At this meeting, Melissa Greenlief from Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH), an administrator of community services focused on residential, briefly explained shared living arrangements (SLA) and the eligibility required. Joanne Malise (LCSW, Director) and Cliff Alston (Program Manager) from Living Innovations, Rachel Morgan (Director), and Nicole Prefontaine from Perspectives Corporation spoke about SLA.
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting – June 26, 2024
At this meeting, we spoke with Jackie Camilloni, Coordinator of Self-Directed Supports, and Heather Mincey, Assistant Director, both from Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH). It was a Q&A meeting about the new DSP (Direct Support Professional)/Employee technical bulletin and employee updates. There were many questions that we could not get to; however, any questions from the meeting chat or previously sent have been collected and grouped to be sent to the division to provide answers to.
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting – Oct. 9, 2024
Vicki Ferrara, Coordinator of Access to Integrated Employment and WIPA Director, discussed the DD (Developmental Disability) Employment and Day Activity survey, and Kim M. Einloth, Coordinator of Youth and Adult Services, and Nancy Lewis-Oliver spoke about the NCI (National Core Indicator) Survey.
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Self-Directed Supports Network Meeting – Sept. 25, 2024
At this meeting, Heather Mincey, Assistant Director at the Division of Developmental Disabilities, and DDD consultant Andrew McQuaide joined us. They discussed Independent Facilitation (IF) and how it will be a bridge to Conflict-Free Case Management (CFCM). Kim M. Einloth, Coordinator of Youth and Adult Initiatives at the Sherlock Center, facilitated the meeting.
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Sherlock Center Publication
Self-Directed Supports: Hourly Planning Grid with Examples
This grid includes a sample activity plan and sample staffing plan.
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Self-Employment Business Program, RI Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC)
The DD Council is a source of information and resources on a variety of topics such as self-employment, legislation, self-determination, and advocacy. On the site you will find a directory of businesses that have taken part in the Self-Employment Program.