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Next meeting of ASPEN South Jersey chapters scheduled for Jan. 23

Michele Leahy will be the guest speaker at this Asperger Autism Spectrum Education Network meeting.

ASPEN’s Camden, Burlington and Gloucester county chapters will have a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 23, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Y.A.L.E. School, 11 Connecticut Avenue, in Cherry Hill.

This month’s guest speaker is Michele Leahy. She will share ways on how to navigate the SSI/SSDI system while mapping out a life plan that encourages independence and achievement.

Leahy will cover the topics and more:

· Is it possible to work and still receive benefits such as medical assistance and federal cash benefits?

· Three person retirement — parents and grandparents, are you planning for that?

· What is a waiver? Are there waivers for those with IQs above 70?

· What is Person Centered Planning, and why is it important?

· What’s the difference between power of attorney and guardianship?

· What are future housing options?

Speaker meetings are free for ASPEN members and only $5 for non-members. To RSVP, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-path-to-independence-tickets-41759997276.

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