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News and Events

News

Please read the December 2011 issue of our quarterly newsletter, The Portal Periodical.

The Utah Symphony | Utah Opera's annual concert for children with special needs and their families will take place on Thursday, January 26, 2012. This concert is FREE but registration is required: 2012 Utah Symphony - Utah Opera Concert for Children with Special Needs.

The Medical Home Portal was highlighted in the January 2011 of International Innovation magazine (page 36), Education at Your Fingertips.

Download a Medical Home Portal Brochure 2011 ( 4.4 MB) for information on the Portal's mission, goals, supporters, and how to become a Portal collaborator.

Events

Family Events
Find news about CYSHCN, parent training events, conferences for families, or other events for youth, young adults and families.

Professional Events
Find news, conferences, and events for professionals including primary care physicians, allied health professionals, teachers, and service providers.

Authors

Compiled and edited by:

Mindy Tueller, 12/2011

Content Last Updated:

12/2011