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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 12:30pm

Montana Empowerment Center, Inc.

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We are Montana's parent training & information center (PTI) for special education, ages birth to 26. www.mtempowermentcenter.org

The most common questions are about Early Intervention, Special Education, IEPs, Transition from high school, 504 plans and Behavior Intervention Plans. Call Us Today! 1-877-870-1190
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11/02/2026

November 1st is Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS) Awareness Day

Today, we recognize individuals and families living with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), a rare and severe form of epilepsy that often begins in early childhood and can impact nearly every aspect of daily life.

LGS is more than seizures. It can affect learning, communication, mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. Behind every diagnosis is an individual with unique strengths, abilities, dreams, and a family navigating challenges that many may never fully understand.

Let's turn awareness into understanding, understanding into acceptance, and acceptance into action!

10/30/2026

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PARENT CENTER TO EVERY BEAUTIFULLY UNIQUE SOUL…

To the child who cannot say “Trick or treat,” your voice still matters. Your smile, your gestures, and the way you connect with the world speak volumes.

To those who wear an invisible mask every day, hiding their struggles, masking their disability, or trying to fit into a world that doesn’t always understand — you don’t have to hide who you are to be worthy of love and acceptance.

You are not broken. You are not forgotten. You are not less. You belong.

This Halloween, let’s look beyond the costumes, beyond the words spoken or unspoken, and beyond what we see on the outside. Every person deserves to feel included, valued, and celebrated — exactly as they are.

Some masks are worn for one night. Others are worn all year long. Let’s create a world where no one has to hide to belong.

From our Parent Center family to yours, we see you, we celebrate you, and we believe in you!

10/23/2026

Please help improve services for Montanans with disabilities.
Montana Vocational Rehabilitation is seeking feedback from individuals with disabilities who are not currently participating in VR services as part of its statewide needs assessment.

A family member, guardian, or support person may assist with completing the survey if needed.

Please consider sharing your perspective and helping inform future programs and supports across our state.
https://mdphhs.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1U1WzOKKkTt32Ae

10/20/2026

Understanding how schools allocate resources, navigate federal and state requirements, and secure support for students with disabilities.

Patrick Cates, OPI Student Safety & Supports Sr Manager
Kimber Emmons, IDEA Fiscal Program Manager
MT Office of Public Instruction

10/20/2026

INVISIBLE DISABILITIES WEEK | October 18–24, 2026

Not all disabilities are visible, but that doesn’t make them any less real. 💚

This week, we recognize the millions of people living with invisible disabilities, conditions that may not be immediately apparent but can significantly impact daily life.

Invisible disabilities can include autism, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, anxiety, and traumatic brain injuries, among many others.

Here are a few things to remember:
✨ You can’t always see someone’s disability.
✨ Not every disability comes with a wheelchair, mobility aid, or visible sign.
✨ Someone may look fine on the outside while facing significant challenges.
✨ Patience, kindness, understanding, and accommodations can make a meaningful difference.

🌻 Have you heard of the Sunflower Lanyard? It is a symbol used in many places to indicate that someone has a hidden disability and may need extra time, patience, assistance, or understanding.

This week, and every week, let's remember that we never know what someone else may be navigating. Instead of making assumptions, let's lead with compassion, listen without judgment, and help create communities where everyone feels seen, valued, and included.

Invisible doesn't mean insignificant. Every disability deserves understanding.

10/19/2026

In case you missed it, here's our latest newsletter.

10/15/2026

October is Bullying Prevention Month. Students with disabilities are more likely to be bullied.

Legal Protections and Rights
*Section 504 and Title II of the ADA: Schools may violate federal civil rights law when disability-based harassment is sufficiently serious to create a hostile environment and the school fails to respond appropriately.

*IDEA: Bullying can interfere with a student's right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE). Schools must assess the impact on the student's education and address resulting needs when required.

*Investigation and response: The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights says schools with actual or constructive notice of possible disability harassment must take immediate and appropriate steps to investigate. If a hostile environment exists, they must take prompt and effective steps to end it, prevent recurrence, and remedy its effects as appropriate.
**LINK IN COMMENTS*

Check out our 10-min video about bullying!

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Great Falls, MT
59403

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 12:30pm

Website

http://www.mtempowermentcenter.org/

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