Paige Tidwell, AgrAbility vocational specialist, is the president of the Georgia Rehabilitation Association (GRA). GRA is a membership organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities through education and advocacy. GRA members are made up largely of VR counselors from around the state. Paige is heading their statewide conference being held 9/1 - 9/4 in Augusta, GA.
Paige has also been attending a 3-tiered training program for licensed clinicians who serve service members and veterans. The first tier is about military culture, the second goes into specific issues related to sleep disorders, suicidal ideation, brain injuries, PTSD, family issues, ethical considerations, etc. The training is being offered by the Center for Deployment Psychology.
Submitted by Becky Brightwell