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SUMMARY:Annual Albany Autism Conference - LIVE STREAM EVENT - October 22 and October 23
DESCRIPTION:Center for Autism and Related Disabilities University at Albany’s Annual Autism Conference – LIVE STREAM EVENT \nThis year’s conference consists of four live stream sessions\, with a choice of seven different\npresentations over two days. Registration will be available for each session. The sessions will not be recorded.  https://www.albany.edu/autism/training-and-learning/conferences \nREGISTRATION FEE \nNYS Resident: $5/Session\nOut-of-State Resident: $10/Session \nSCHEDULE \nTHURSDAY\, OCTOBER 22\, 2020\nSession One: 10:30a.m.-11:45a.m.  Choose one. \n1A:  Practical Strategies for Increasing Communication Skills in Young Students with ASD – Marie Martinez\, M.S.\, M.Ed.\, CCC-SLP\, BCBA\, LBA \n\n25 CTLE\, NASP\, NYS Social Work\, LMHC Available\n0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available\n\n1B:  Executive Functioning Redefined – Mariela Varges-Irwin\, Psy.D.\, BCBA-D \n\n25 CTLE\, NASP\, NYS Social Work\, LMHC Available\n0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available\n\nSession Two: 1:00p.m.-2:30p.m.  (Keynote) \n2A:  Facilitating the Learning of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders:  Impact of Inclusion and School Environment – Illene Schwartz\, Ph.D.\, BCBA-D \n\n5 CTLE\, NASP\, NYS Social Work\, LMHC\, ASHA (Pending)\, and BACB AvailableCC\n\nFRIDAY\, OCTOBER 23\, 2020\nSession Three: 10:30a.m.-11:45a.m.  Choose one. \n3A:  Understanding Challenging Behavior – Mara Vanderzell\, Ph.D.\, BCBA-D\, LBA \n\n25 CTLE\, NASP\, NYS Social Work\, LMHC Available\n0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available\n\n3B:  Increasing Independence:  Effective Strategies for Teaching Adaptive Behavior Skills – Frank R. Cicero\, Ph.D.\, BCBA\, LBA \n\n25 CTLE\, NASP\, NYS Social Work\, LMHC Available\n0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available\n\nSession Four: 1:00p.m.-2:15p.m.  Choose one. \n4A:  Achieving Successful Inclusion for Children with Autism in Elementary Schools:  What You Should Know –  Jill Locke\, Ph.D. \n\n25 CTLE\, NASP\, NYS Social Work\, LMHC Available\n0 ASHA (Pending) Available\n\n4B:  Using Visual Supports to Increase Engagement of Students with ASD Throughout the School Day – Marie Martinez\, M.S.\, M.Ed.\, CCC-SLP\, BCBA\, LBA \n\n25 CTLE\, NASP\, NYS Social Work\, LMHC Available\n0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available\n\nContinuing Education Credits Available for an Additional $5 Processing Fee (Per Eligible Session) \nDownload Flyer \nDownload objectives\, presenter bios\, and instructor financial and nonfinancial disclosure statements \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/annual-albany-autism-conference-live-stream-event-october-22-and-october-23/
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T120000
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SUMMARY:Come Ask the Advocate your questions about the CSE/ IEP and 504 processes - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions related to the IEP process that you want answers to? \nDo you know how to request information about your child / student? \nDo you understand your role at a CSE/504 meeting? \nDo you know how to discuss your child’s needs at a CSE/ 504 meeting? \nIf you have questions we have answers for you! \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8064965478251197965 \nIf you have questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/come-ask-the-advocate-your-questions-about-the-cse-iep-and-504-processes-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T093032
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SUMMARY:Region 1 FSS Advisory Council presents Behavior Support - Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the OPWDD Region 1 Family Support Services Advisory Council for a series of virtual events in lieu of their annual conference. Dates and topics are: \n\nOctober 22 ~ Behavior Support: What it is and how to access it\, presented by Shannon Bianco\nNovember 5 ~ Advocacy across Multiple Settings\, presented by Theresa Drum and Kara Georgi\n\nAll sessions run from 2pm to 4pm. \nIf interested in attending one or more sessions\, please register:  https://www.starbridgeinc.org/events.  Link for each event will be sent with registration confirmation. \nQuestions? Please call 585-224-7399 or email registration@starbridgeinc.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/region-1-fss-advisory-council-presents-behavior-support-virtual-event/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T170000
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SUMMARY:What Does it Mean to be 18?
DESCRIPTION:Growing up is a process and there are lots of things to learn about adulting.  Do you know your rights as an eighteen year old?\nThere are laws and responsibilities that fall on to you when you turn eighteen in New York State.\nLearn how the laws impact you\, what some of those responsibilities will look like down the road and start planning for your future.  Knowledge is power! \nPresentation & Discussion with Tonia Weichmann!  Tonia Weichmann is the Transition Coordinator at Parent Network of Western New York.  She has over 20 years experience working with young adults with disabilities\, their families\, and professionals.  Her personal mission is to ensure that all young adults have the skills\, knowledge\, and support to achieve their life goals.  Life is full of opportunity and knowing where to find the resources and supports that are needed is one of the most important steps. \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting.\nRegister in advance for this meeting:  https://zoom.us/meeting/ register/tJcvcO6trTkiH9QN5JizyxXw-sh9Goh7hkay\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-does-it-mean-to-be-18/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T173000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Maryalice Fegeley\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents on A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD. \nThe purpose of this training is to introduce families to the language of service delivery systems and to define and clarify information about services and supports.  Participants will gain an increased awareness and understanding of eligibility criteria and the eligibility determination process.  The training includes an overview of Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services.\nIf you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nLocation:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/860432025697747980 \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T190000
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SUMMARY:BUFFALO PARENT & CAREGIVER CHAT SESSIONS
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our weekly chat sessions to discuss your questions & concerns.  Buffalo Families! We are here to answer your questions and concerns on a wide range of topics including\n• Transitions \n• Meltdowns \n• Time Management \n• Technology Needs \n• Guidance to Resources in Buffalo \n• And Any Other Topics\, General Questions or Concerns! \nABOUT THE HOSTS \nKim Hernandez is a Family Support Specialist at Parent Network of WNY.  She has been working with the families in the city of Buffalo for over 17 years.  Her expertise is supporting families from disadvantaged communities who have children with a variety of disabilities. \nLizarelis Ali is a Family Support Specialist at Parent Network of WNY.  She has been working with the families in the city of Buffalo for over 20 years.  Her expertise is supporting families from disadvantaged communities who have children with autism\, ADHD and learning disabilities. \nJoin Zoom meeting:  https://zoom.us/j/91379417144?pwd=a1BTU3FLMUUyNUFzWHV3WW5KUElZQT09\nMeeting ID: 913 7941 7144\nPasscode: 894050\n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)arent
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/buffalo-parent-caregiver-chat-sessions-10/
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