Training Resources from Virginia and National Organizations

Mad Hatter Wellness

• Mad Hatter Wellness creates comprehensive sex ed and health curriculum that educates and empowers people with intellectual disabilities and their support systems.
  They work with people of all abilities and specialize in health and sex education for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Mad Hatter Wellness provides training for families, caregivers, educators and direct support professionals.
• “Sexuality for All Abilities” Curriculum and online curriculum training
• Versions for school and adults and modified lessons for learners with high or complex needs”
• “Open Conversations” Curriculum for PreK-3rd grade about bodies, boundaries, consent, safety, and healthy relationships
• “Power of Me” Curriculum to support social emotional learning, wellness, and connection
• Self-paced courses for people with IDD on sexual health topics
• Self-paced courses for direct support professionals
• Free parent and educator support calls

Elevatus

• Elevatus offers evidence and trauma informed curriculum, online training, in-services and workshops to help professionals, educators, self-advocates and parents skillfully and confidently navigate the topic of sexuality.
• “Sexuality Education for People with Developmental Disabilities” Curriculum and online curriculum training
• Professional development and workshops
• Self-study courses for staff and parents
• Self-paced courses for people with IDD on sexual health topics
• In-service trainings