Parent & Staff Training
Parents, caregivers, educators, and direct support professionals often feel unprepared to talk about sexuality, relationships, and safety—especially when supporting individuals with I/DD. ACES provides training that builds confidence, skills, and consistency across environments.
What We Provide
- Live trainings for schools, day programs, residential homes, and family groups
- Workshops that can be tailored to specific topics
- Coaching sessions to help caregivers apply strategies in real situations
- Training materials including:
- Visuals and scripts
- Public/private teaching tools
- Safety planning templates
- Behavior response guidelines
- Communication supports
Topics include:
- Understanding sexuality in I/DD
- Teaching consent, boundaries, and safety
- Responding appropriately to sexual behaviors
- Supporting healthy friendships and relationships
- Preventing exploitation and recognizing risk
- Aligning home, school, and program messaging
How It Works
Trainings are available:
In-person
Virtual (live webinar or private session)
As single workshops or multi-session series
ACES ensures all participants leave with practical strategies they can implement immediately.
Who It’s For