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lease join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Health Care Notebook overview. Participants will learn how a Health Care Notebook can assist in organizing medical … Continued

This workshop explores graduation options and outlines the updates to New York State regulations.  Learn about the different kinds of diplomas, and what you as a parent or caregiver can do to help your young adult graduate. Recommended Audience Families … Continued

During this discussion we will talk about the difference between tantrums and meltdowns.  We will discuss strategies that can be used to help prevent meltdowns and interventions that can be used.  We will also discuss recovering after a meltdown and … Continued

As screen time is so alluring, parents need to take concrete steps to create limits and structure. Learn strategies for managing screen time access for young people with ASD and their neurotypical peers. About the speaker: Ben Wahl, MSW, manages … Continued

Please join Trish Washburn, Parent Advocate for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Education Records Organizer. This workshop is where parents, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504 and special education services take their educational … Continued

Please join Dianne O'Connor, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Loss, Grief, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Powerful and intense feelings are natural and common responses to parenting a … Continued

This talk will describe how stress affects a child’s ability to emotionally regulate and what you can do to help. Presentation & Discussion with Cherie Wilkolaski ! ABOUT THE HOST Cherie Wilkolaski is a special educator, professional development specialist and … Continued

Parent to Parent of NYS presents the webinar: Education for Empowerment: School and Teens in Healthcare Transition presented by Lin Perry, Project Director for Family to Family Healthcare Information Center. As our youth with ID/DD or special healthcare needs transition … Continued

Zoom Zoom is the game of EXTREME close-ups. During this Family Fun Hour, our host will zoom in on a variety of familiar images, animals, and objects while the participants have try to guess what it is they are looking … Continued

Please join Sharon Marrella, Regional Coordinator as she presents a webinar on the Health Care Notebook.Participants will learn how a HCN can assist in organizing medical records. They will be given tips on how the notebook can assist with advocacy, … Continued

This workshop is for parents, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities who participate in various meetings with professionals throughout a school year.  Learn tips on how to be prepared and organized for all meetings, both virtual and in person when school … Continued

Tune in to hear Stephen Shore, Ed.D. share insights about growing up with autism, navigating school, and finding his role in education and advocacy. About the speaker: A professor of special education at Adelphi University, Dr. Shore was diagnosed with … Continued

Tips and strategies for parents to help manage space, time, and behaviors while working (and schooling) at home. Participants will receive a Social Skills Story to use with their kids. Presentation & Discussion with Debbie Schutt, MS! ABOUT THE HOST … Continued

Please join Sharon Marrella, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD. The purpose of this training is to introduce families to the … Continued

Participants will need uncooked spaghetti noodle and Cheerios (or other O shaped cereal). During this family fun hour participants will challenge one another in the game of Spaghetti O’s. The objective of the game is to see who can get … Continued

Learn tips and strategies to help enforce limits and expectations related to screen time. Participants will receive a Social Skills Story to use with their kids. Presentation & Discussion with Debbie Schutt, MS! ABOUT THE HOST Debbie Schutt, MS is … Continued

Please join Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Extraordinary parenting responsibilities create extraordinary pressures on parents. At the same time, parenting … Continued

Join us for our family fun hour where we will be making special fortune cookies for dad (or for anyone).  This is a paper craft so the only thing you will need is paper, something to write with, scissors, and … Continued

Please join Sharon Marrella, Regional Coordinator as she presents a webinar on When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit. This presentation provides an overview of the parent’s perspective when planning … Continued

"Everyone has their own likes and dislikes, hobbies and favorite activities.  Having a choice is what Self-Direction is all about.  You will get to pick your own activities, staff and schedule when you self-direct. "Self-Direction may be right for you … Continued

Where did you put that paper?  It’s here somewhere! Participants will learn which papers or documents to keep, organizing tips and understand how having the right paper at your fingertips can lead to a successful education plan. Join from your … Continued

Tips and strategies for parents to help manage space, time, and behaviors while working (and schooling) at home. Participants will receive a Social Skills Story to use with their kids. Presentation & Discussion with Debbie Schutt, MS! ABOUT THE HOST … Continued

People diagnosed with ASD can experience a variety of sleep challenges.  Some individuals may have difficulty falling asleep, waking repeatedly during the night, and/or waking up early and not being able to return to sleep.  During this hour we will … Continued

This workshop explores the different sensory processing disorders and offers parents and caregivers activities, tips and suggestions to help their child manage his/her sensory needs. Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1515359427244822029 After registering, you will receive a confirmation … Continued

People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door.  The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want.  Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which … Continued

This week’s family fun hour is a BINGO game!  This BINGO game will be a “summer fun” theme – so instead of numbers the BINGO cards will have images of items associated with summer. Each participant that is registered will … Continued

No registration required • Need advice on tantrums or meltdowns? • Need help implementing strategies? • Tried everything and need some new ideas? • Experiencing a new or challenging behavior? Click the link or call in to Ask Me Anything … Continued

People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door.  The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want.  Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which … Continued